| Source | Columbia Chronicle |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | May 7, 2026, 5 p.m. |
| Last Updated | May 7, 2026, 5 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://columbiachronicle.com/campus/columbias-graduation-gowns-come-with-an-environmental-price-tag/ |
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### THE SUSTAINABILITY ISSUE
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As graduation season approaches, millions of college students across the U.S.
will wear polyester gowns that are used once and often discarded, raising
questions about sustainability and cost in higher education ceremonies.
At Columbia, where caps and gowns are...