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Student Basic Needs

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Mission

The Student Basic Needs department fosters a culture of holistic well-being by helping to eliminate life barriers such as food, housing, and economic insecurity, that may jeopardize student academic and personal success.  

We support students by developing initiatives, streamlining communication with campus partners, and connecting students to campus and community resources. 

This program is open to all eligible individuals. SBN operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

Vision

Ensuring student well-being through food, housing, and economic security.

Background

Basic Needs Security refers to the food, housing, and economic security of our community. We understand that basic needs have a direct impact on the mental-emotional-physical health, wellness, academic performance, professional development, and holistic success of students.

The quality of life of our students has a major impact on their sense of belonging, persistence, graduation, and overall experience. Therefore, we refuse to accept hunger, malnourishment, and homelessness as part of our Trojan Family.

Student Basic Needs is committed to assisting our students in getting the appropriate resources and support to help them thrive during their time at USC.

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Student Basic Needs
basicneeds@usc.edu

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Trojan Food Pantry Hours

Summer 2025: Thursdays from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM in KOH 103. Please visit our dedicated Trojan Food Pantry page for more details.

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