White student ID badge with photo, lost near York Minster
Description
Hey, I lost my white plastic student ID card yesterday around 3pm near York Minster, specifically on Deangate by the Post Office and the Shambles Market entrance. It's the University of York student ID with my photo on the front, where I'm wearing a navy hoodie, and a thin red stripe along the top edge. The card is a bit worn and there's a noticeable scratch on the bottom left corner. It has my name, Priya Patel, and my student ID number printed on it. It matters to me a lot because I use it to get library access and building entry; it also has sentimental value since it was given by the department last year. If found, I'd really appreciate a quick ping—text or email—and I can meet to collect it.
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