Facilities and Construction

Dumpster Days

Clean and Purge During UToledo Dumpster Days - May 4-11

blue dumpster half filled with boxes and paper trashBring your clutter to dumpsters on Main Campus on the designated day for your building group. Any items you are requesting assistance in getting to the dumpsters will require a work order submitted in advance so we can plan.

UToledo faculty and staff on Main Campus are encouraged to clean and purge their offices, storage areas and labs with UToledo Dumpster Days, scheduled Monday, May 4, through Monday, May 11.

Clutter impacts office and storage safety

Fire risk — posed by clutter and untidy spaces from paper, wood and other combustibles.

Structural integrity — improperly piled items can put immense pressure on walls and floors.

Trips and falls — tripping hazards include loose wires and incorrect placement of items.

Health issue — cluttered materials can provide a nurturing environment for dust, pest, mildew and mold.

Items Not Accepted

Paper, books, journals and other paper products — request a recycling container by submitting a Work Order.

Laptops and computers — submit an IT Help Desk Ticket.

Small electronics and small metal items — submit a Work Order.

Biohazard, infectious, chemical waste, used oil, pharmaceuticals, bulbs, ballasts, rechargeable batteries or fridges — contact Environmental Health andRadiation Safety  at 419.530.3600.

Monday, May 4

  • Carlson Library
  • Memorial Field House
  • Snyder Memorial
  • Thompson Student Union

Dumpster location - between Memorial Field House and Student Union

Tuesday, May 5

  • Rocket Hall
  • Bowman-Oddy
  • Wolfe Hall
  • Center for Performing Arts
  • Law Center
  • Health Education Center

Dumpster locations - Lot 12 in front of Law Center and behind Wolf Hall

Wednesday, May 6

  • Health and Human Services
  • McMaster Hall
  • Ritter Planetarium and Observatory
  • Savage and Associates Business Complex
  • Stranahan Hall

Dumpster location - near parking lot round about from lot 1N

Thursday, May 7

  • Fetterman Training Center
  • Glass Bowl Stadium
  • Larimer Athletic Complex
  • Savage Arena
  • The University Computer Center

Dumpster locations - Lot 10 outside Larimer Athletic Complex, Lot 4 behind Fetterman Trainind Center and Lot 18 behind Computer Center

Friday, May 8

  • University Hall
  • Gillham Hall
  • Nitschke Auditorium
  • North Engineering Building
  • Nitschke Hall
  • Research and Technology Complex 1
  • Research and Technology Complex 2

Dumpster locations - near parking lot round about from lot 1N and Lot 20 in front of Nitschke Hall

Monday, May 11

  • Plant Operations
  • Center for Administrative Support
  • Public Safety Center

Dumpster location - Lot 31 behind University Recycling

Tuesday, May 12

Last call for Main Campus

For more information contact Main Campus facilities at 419.530.1000.

Last Updated: 4/23/26