As the historic federal government shutdown continues, more than 3,600 Sacramento State students face CalFresh delays, according to Sac State officials. Campus resources, like the ASI Food Pantry and Basic Needs Resource Center, are working to meet an expected increase in demand.
Sac State marked the opening of its Basic Needs Resource Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday. The center offers free food, clothing, parenting supplies and hygiene products, along with services such as housing referrals and counseling.
Some students are not eating healthy foods during midterms. The struggle of not eating well during this time can negatively impact mental and physical health.
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen and Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Steve Perez held a virtual town hall meeting Monday, addressing concerns from faculty regarding the university’s...
Nonprofit news organization CalMatters and Spanish-language news outlet La Opinión hosted a Spanish-language virtual event on how Californians and undocumented immigrants can access financial assistance to cover food, housing and rent during the COVID-19 pandemic, Tuesday.
Associated Students, Inc. and University Enterprises, Inc. are planning to implement a new program on campus to help fight against food insecurity among Sacramento State students.
One of ASI’s “strategic...
The ASI Food Pantry on campus has opened its new location in the University Union, room 1246, with a mission to “provide food and basic necessities to Sacramento State students in need at no cost,”...
The old college stereotype about food is well-known; ramen, a lot of take-out, and mandatory attendance at every event that offers free food.
But financial insecurity — including access to food —...
