With compost and recycling bins collecting waste, solar panels lining many a rooftop, and locally-grown organic produce being served up in the cafeteria, USF appears to be on the right track in its quest for environmental responsibility.

USF’s dining services have consistently made strides to be as socially responsible as possible. Whether providing fair trade coffee in the cafeteria or offering biodegradable silverware, Bon Appetit has been on par with environmentally-friendly amenities. The crusade for fair trade coffee on campus began last year when the entirely student-run organization Back to da Roots collaborated [...]