White cage-like doors, dim lighting and narrow walkways that made students feel trapped in a corner — that was the Cal Poly Food Pantry before April 2019. “It was literally just a cage, storage closet that was converted into a…
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Hungry and Homeless: New survey shows some Cal Poly students lack basic living necessities
Video by Sydney Brandt A study conducted by California State University (CSU) systems in January 2018 found that 41.6 percent of students reported food insecurity and 10.9 percent reported homelessness. These results are also reflected in a recent survey of…
CalFresh program tackles food insecurity at Cal Poly
Cal Poly’s CalFresh outreach program has so far helped about 230 students apply, with more than 100 in Fall 2017.
Study shows one in four CSU students are food insecure
Several resources are available to Cal Poly students who struggle with food insecurity
Easing hunger pains: The Cal Poly Hunger Program
Vouchers are given out on campus and can be redeemed at 19 Metro Station.
Cal Poly’s food pantry is fully stocked
Any hungry Cal Poly student can go to the PULSE office and ask for food from the food pantry.