Student Life Helps with Housing and Food
Written by Tyler Blackburn
The University of Sioux Falls has been providing an excellent education
and inclusive student life for years. The staff and student body are full of hard-working, caring individuals that want what is best for all of the USF Cougars. USF has created several programs that are meant for students that need assistance both inside and outside of school. One such program is Emergency Student Housing. This program was made for off-campus students who need a place to stay if they are in between residences. Allan Idjao, the Associate Director of Student Life says, “The Emergency Housing Program helps guide USF students to find a more stable living situation.” Students who need somewhere to stay are put into designated residence halls until they are able to find another place to live.
Anyone interested in what this program provides is encouraged to contact the Student Senate at studentsenate@usiouxfalls.edu or the Student Body President, Kristin Kotas at her school email kristin.kotas@usiouxfalls.edu. In addition to the housing program, the University of Sioux Falls offers an opportunity for students to donate a portion of their meal ticket to their fellow peers. For those who are food insecure, USF students can donate ten percent of their swipe to a fund that helps these individuals get proper meals at the school.
All students are able to take part in this donation process by reaching out to the members of Student Life at student.life@usiouxfalls.edu. Students can also visit the Student Life office located on the second floor of the McDonald Center. It is on the south side of the building and is located in the same area as Cooper’s Café. With a simple walk-in or email, students at USF can help their peers get the proper nutrition they deserve and improve their overall experience during their time at the university. The staff and students at the University of Sioux Falls have worked diligently to make sure programs such as Emergency Student Housing and Meal Ticket Donation are readily available for those in need. They also encourage the USF community to help in any way possible to ensure that all students are provided with a stable environment to live and to learn.
Photos courtesy of Tyler Blackburn
