Basic Needs Support
Purpose
The Basic Needs Support program is designed to provide comprehensive basic needs support and assistance to students. Basic needs are the everyday essentials that every student requires to live and learn well.
Essential needs can include:
- food,
- housing,
- health and wellness,
- financial stability,
- childcare,
- transportation,
- clothing access,
- and more!
The Basic Needs Collective provides case management support to help students learn about and connect with campus and community resources to help them meet their basic needs. We believe that when students’ basic needs are met, they can fully engage in their classes, campus life, and future plans. Our goal is to connect you with the support and resources to make that possible.
The program also plays a crucial role in raising awareness about basic needs and promoting a campus culture that prioritizes accessibility, stability, and holistic wellbeing.
Access Free Essentials on Campus
We host seven Wellness Exchange locations across campus that are self-serve resource spaces designed to make essential wellness items more accessible for students
Learn more about Wellness exchanges
The Basic Needs Collective
We believe in empowering you to make informed decisions around wellbeing to support and meet your basic needs. Our Resource Coordinators will assist you in navigating resources, processes, and/or services that feel relevant and helpful to you.
Get Resources Emailed to You
Life can be overwhelming, but our resources can help you find your next step! If you're not sure what you need or where to start, we recommend completing our Self-Service Form and we'll send basic needs resources based on what you select directly to your UMail.