toilet paper – The Answer Wall

September 11, 2018September 11, 2018

Why does BC only have one-ply toilet paper?

I hope you’re not suggesting that your tuition should go down the toilet. Facilities Management says they have received a few other complaints as well, and are meeting with the vendor to look at better options. Your tuition covers about 62% of the overall BC budget and 70% of it goes to instruction, student aid, and academic/research support. As for seat covers, they don’t protect against germs, and toilet seats generally have fewer germs than the door handle. If you are concerned about germs, the best defense is to wash your hands well and keep your hands away from your mouth and eyes.

March 5, 2018March 5, 2018

Could you please let us know the outcome of Facilities’ meeting with the vendor?

When my assistants hear back from Facilities Management, we will most certainly provide news. In the meantime, patience. Picture the number of restroom stalls here & the quantity of toilet tissue BC consumes daily. IOW, tissues are a big issue.

February 26, 2018March 1, 2018

can you please find whoever bought the ultra fine toilet paper for campus and ask them to stop being so cheap?

TP all over makes the restrooms look filthy when they're not — TP all over makes the restrooms look filthy when they’re not

Facilities Management says they have received a few other complaints as well, and are meeting with the vendor to look at better options.

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