BOONE—Are you a bibliophile? Would you like a chance to add to your collection while advancing sustainability at Appalachian State University?

Belk Library and Information Commons has been culling their stacks, and while the discarded volumes are slated to be recycled, a focus on Appalachian’s commitment to Zero Waste by creating reuse opportunities means the books are available for purchase.

These books contain vast amounts of knowledge on various subjects, and span three centuries of information and growth. They’re perfect for collections, art projects and anything else you can dream up.

Every Friday, the Office of Sustainability in East Hall will receive a new shipment of books. Each lot will be in the office for two weeks before heading to recycling. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to have the best selection, come Friday afternoons or Mondays.

Each book will be one cent, but larger donations are accepted. All funds will go toward the installation of new recycling cabinets in the library. Bring your reusable bag and fill up your brain.

Current books by type:

• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Psychology
• Marketing
• Accounting
• Sociology/Social Psychology
• Political Science
• How-To Books
• Language
• Science/Theory
• Trade/International

About Appalachian State University

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, affordable education for all. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.

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