Food Trucks, The Pantry, Student Discounts and more

We are finishing the first week of the quarter, and I hope you have experienced a good beginning. There is much to explore at the university, like the Makerspace, Husky Commons lounge, and the University Y. The campus community is committed to enriching the student experience, and I want to introduce you to several services.

Food Truck Tuesday

Food trucks will roll through campus every Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to bring you the best local eats. Accepted payment options are cash, debit, credit, and Apple Pay.

The Pantry

The Pantry is open! Now located on the ground floor of William Philip Hall (WPH 010), it provides food and other essentials to students with immediate food needs.

Nourish Mobile Food Truck

Another resource for free groceries operates every Thursday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The Nourish Mobile Food Bank is a large semi-truck that offers a grocery-style setting in the parking lot across from Tacoma Paper & Stationery (TPS).

Safety and Wellbeing

Are you concerned about your well-being or the well-being of others? Counselors at Psychological and Wellness Services (PAWS) and TELUS Health (24/7 mental health and crisis support in multiple languages) can provide individual consultations. Additional resources include the Office of Student Advocacy and Support, and the Health Promotion Specialist. Quiet space is available in the Center for Equity and Inclusion Meditation Room and the UW Y Reflection Room. Individuals who have experienced or observed a bias incident may report it by filing a report.

Student Discounts

Many small businesses near the campus offer discounts, so it's a good idea to ask about student deals when visiting places like Anthem Coffee, Indochine Asian Dining Lounge, Tim’s Kitchen, and the UW Tacoma Shop.

Student Legal Services (SLS)

Student Legal Services provides free 40-minute consultation sessions on legal matters via Zoom or in person at the SLS office on the UW Seattle campus. SLS also offers low-cost legal representation for students.

All of us in Student Affairs and our colleagues across campus are rooting for your success. Multiple resources are available for first-generation students, students with disabilities, veterans and military-connected families, finding childcare, and so much more. Feel free to contact our offices for assistance, and if you see me around campus, please say hello — I will do the same.

P.S. Be sure to obtain your Husky ID Card and check your UW Tacoma email account regularly. The ID is needed to access certain buildings, and the University will use UW email to communicate with you through your years on campus.