Duke Students Throw Away Thousands in Unused Goods

A writer living in a Durham apartment building populated largely by Duke University students discovered a treasure trove of discarded items during the end-of-year move-out. High-end goods, including a $900 acrylic table, $395 Balenciaga slides, and over $1000 worth of Lululemon clothing, were found in the building's trash room. The author meticulously documented the items, totaling approximately $6000 in value. A comparison of Duke's donation program with other universities revealed comparable donation rates among wealthy private institutions. The story highlights issues of consumerism, waste, and the effectiveness of university donation initiatives.