It's your school, make it better

Like every publically-funded community college in California and many California State University campuses, Citrus College is a commuter school.

As such, students might express less school pride than they would if they were residents on a four-year campus. If we had the choice, many of us would be at a UC, CSU, or private schools. But we’re not.

Nevertheless, we are lucky to be enrolled at such a great institution as Citrus College, where we can pursue an affordable education to better prepare us for the four-year experience.

Taking this into consideration, here are some responsible ways students can take better care of our campus.

First reduce waste. This can be accomplished on two different levels. The first is decreasing consumption, and the second is through recycling.

Reducing waste can be accomplished by printing and copying less, and turning the faucet off after we wash our hands.

Instead of throwing bottles and cans into trashcans when we are finished using them, look for a recycling bin while you walk across campus.

Next, carpool. We all know how bad the parking situation is. We gripe and complain, yet fail to utilize one of the most effective solutions: carpooling with friends. Joining a carpool could reduce the numbers of cars in our parking lots, making it easier to park and to get to class on time.

Lastly don’t litter.

Trashcans are located all across campus. Make the effort to walk the few steps to throw your trash away instead of dropping it on the ground.

For those of you who smoke, be responsible and find an ashtray. Don’t just drop cigarette butts on the ground.

Take pride in your campus. Remember, it is yours. Do your part and help to make Citrus College a little bit better than it already is.