Mission
The Basic Needs Hub provides students with one place to stop for all concerns related to providing for basic needs support. Our mission is to connect PSU students to resources in the moment of need so students can focus on academics, career goals, and interpersonal relationships.
Resources and Support Services
Emergency Funds
Information about the General Student Emergency Fund, as well as various student hardship funds throughout the university
Food Assistance
Information about on and off campus resources to support food security. Details include the PSU Food Pantry, Free Food Market, "Swipe It Forward" program, emergency meal vouchers, and SNAP assistance
Housing Services
Information about emergency housing, the Affordable Rent for College Students (ARCS) program, and the Utility Bill Grant Program
STEP Program
Information about the SNAP Training and Employment Program (STEP), which works with students receiving SNAP to develop a personalized success plan to help guide their educational and career goals (monthly stipend can vary)
Health & Wellbeing
Information about on and off campus resources to support physical and mental wellbeing
Child & Family Assistance
The Resource Center for Students with Children offers integrated services that support students’ goals to be effective parents while succeeding in their academic pursuits
Location
The Basic Needs Hub is located in Smith Memorial Student Union, Suite 435.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (Short drop-in inquiries)
Appointments are required for Oregon Energy Fund applications, SNAP application assistance, emergency housing coordination, and longer one on one support around on and off campus resources.
Contact Information
- General Questions
- Email: basicneedshub@noemitires.net
- Phone: (503) 725-6762
- Walk-Ins: Smith Memorial Student Union, Suite 435
- Off-campus Resources
- Visit http://211.org
Support the Hub
- Donate essential items (food, toothbrush kits, laundry detergent, feminine hygiene products, etc.)
- Monetary donations to the Basic Needs Hub Fund or the General Student Emergency Fund
- Spread the word of our services and/or request a presentation from the Basic Needs Navigator