Bulldog Food & Resource Center | SWOSU CLOSE Quick Links Information About SWOSU Campus Map Campus Visit News & Blog SWOSU Directory SWOSU Events SWOSU Jobs Commencement Hazing Prevention Departments Bookstore Campus Police Clothes Closet Bulldog Food & Resource Center Library Stafford Archives Audiences Concurrent Students Current Students Faculty & Staff Future Bulldogs SWOSU Alumni Bulldog Food & Resource Center Campus Life Wellness Center Bulldog Food & Resource Center Bulldog Food & Resource Center Food insecurity has proven to be a quiet and lesser-known issue, yet an increasingly common trend on college campuses across the country. With the opening of the Bulldog Food and Resource Center, the SWOSU community wants to make the message come across loud and clear to those in need: help is here. Thanks to their efforts and the collaboration of multiple departments across campus, SWOSU joins hundreds of college campuses working to provide meal solutions for students on campus in need. “We are here to help with any food insecurities students may face. We hope to always offer access to all students to enough food for an active, healthy life,“ Susan Ellis, the Bulldog Food and Resource Center Director said. “Students should not have to decide between buying a book or buying food for the weekend. That is the purpose of this pantry.” The Bulldog Food and Resource Center is open Monday 8:00-12:00 pm, Wednesday 1:00-4:00 pm, and Friday 8:00-12:00 pm. The Bulldog Food and Resource Center is open to ALL SWOSU students! This service has no requirements other than bringing your Student ID and leaving with food. Our goal is for all students to have enough food throughout the semester. “I want every person on this campus to hear that we are here for you,” Robert Nikkel, Coordinator said. “Your community has your back. We are here to support you.” Frequently Asked Questions How do I donate? Drop your items off at the Wellness Center. Food: Undamaged canned, boxed, dried foods, formula, baby food. Non-food: Tolietry items, feminine hygiene products, cleaning supplies, diapers. How often can I visit the Pantry? A SWOSU student can visit the pantry once per week. Where is Food Pantry located? We are located in the Wellness Center Who can receive assistance from the Food Pantry? Any current student with a current student ID. How much food can a person receive from the Food Pantry? Recommended guidelines are in the Bulldog Food Pantry and are based on family size. Can I donate non-food items? We are currently accepting toiletry items, feminine hygiene products, cleaning supplies and diapers. Donations What we need the most Canned chicken, tuna and ham or hearty, ready-to-go meals like beef stew and chili with meat. Canned vegetables: Potatoes, collard greens, beans, carrots, spinach or peas (especially varieties with no salt added) Canned fruit and individual fruit cups Canned tomatoes & pasta sauce Shelf stable milk and alternatives (rice, soy, etc.) Snack items like juice boxes, applesauce containers, granola bars Single serve macaroni & cheese Low-sugar cereal like plain Cheerios Peanut or other nut butter, especially crunchy Instant oatmeal, instant grits Whole grain pasta, brown rice and quinoa Biscuit or baking mixes (that only require water) What we cannot use Perishable foods Expired food Food without a label Homemade food Food or packaging that’s falling apart or damaged Volunteer Donate Hours Interim Hours Monday  8:00 am - 12:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Friday     8:00 am - 12:00 pm Summer Hours Monday  8:00 am - 12:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Friday     8:00 am - 12:00 pm Regular Hours Monday   8:00 am - 12:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Friday   8:00 am - 12:00 pm Notice The Food Resource Center is closed when the campus is closed. Contact Abagail Walker Wellness Center Director 580.774.3177 Send an Email Wellness Center Mental Health Emergencies Mental Health FAQs Crisis Services 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Wellness Resources Counseling Services Services Offered Community Resources Health & Well-being Resource Directory Intramural Activities Facility Rental Forms & Policies Health & Wellness Blog Health Services Healthy Lifestyle and Eating Well Resources Take a Stretch Break? Immunization Upload Shot Records Fentanyl Fact Sheet Opioid Safety Stimulant Safety Preventing Seasonal Flu/Influenza-CDC Currently Selected Bulldog Food & Resource Center