It’s the end of the line for graduating seniors. Most are worrying about their impending careers and passing their last classes. After graduation, however, a whole new slew of problems will arise. Leases end, houses and apartments empty and roommates leave. Depending on what the “real world” consists of for the new graduates, furniture and old household appliances will also have to be disposed of or sold.
“I would sell my furniture, but I don’t think anyone would really want most of it,” senior Jayson Martell said.
For those who don’t want to take their “college furniture” with them when they leave the academic world, there are options. Goodwill Industries of Lane County has a pick-up program, and people interested in a Goodwill pick-up can call the store nearest them and ask about delivery. Sooner is better, because the month of June is one of the busiest times of the year. Items donated to Goodwill can be used as tax write-offs.
Those who can’t stand to part with their possessions without getting some cash in return can contact Eugene Liquidators at 689-3973.
“We take mostly items that are made of wood, but it all depends on what we need at the time,” spokeswoman Esther Borchers said. “
Another option for new graduates is to hold a garage sale. The City of Eugene allows two garage/yard sales per year without having to apply for a permit. Those who do need a permit can call the Land Use Applications office at 682-5377.
While disposing of possessions can be a hassle, Martell and Blakely pointed out that there is a positive side.
“College furniture is good for one thing: college,” Martell said. “I can’t wait to start from scratch and have furniture that isn’t broken.”
Blakely agreed.
“It will be nice to have stuff that isn’t all mismatched and crappy,” he said. “It will be nice to have plates and silverware that aren’t from different random places.”