Loyola Marymount University boasts a strong reputation as a "green school," consistently winning awards for their initiatives in recycling, energy conservation, and LEED certifications. The composting program on campus, however, is often overlooked -- even by students. LMU senior AnaMichele describes her experience with LMU's residence hall composting program, including the challenges she faces as a student with a desire to make an impact.

Composting Challenges: A LMU Student Perspective

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I heard rumors of a composting program on Loyola Marymount University's campus, but never was sure if it really existed. So I decided to investigate. In this episode, we find out exactly where all the LMU's food waste ends up -- and why its final destination is so important. This is On the Rails, the podcast where I dive into the hidden processes and unknown individuals that keep our everyday lives running smoothly.

On The Rails: Following the Food Scraps

When students at Loyola Marymount University returned to campus this fall, some new friendly faces were there to greet them: a fleet of food-delivery robots called Kiwibots. These come as part of a pilot program rolled out by LMU’s dining service, Sodexo, and the Kiwibot company. These cute robots have already made a cultural impact among the student body, but the school has faced challenges to getting more students to use the service. Alyssa Bobich has the story.

Composting Challenges: A LMU Student Perspective

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