GSU4U

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We are here to assist the GovState community!

GSU4U is an initiative to strengthen support for student success. GSU4U connects students facing personal difficulties, such as food and housing insecurity, to campus and community resources. We are dedicated to assisting all students, no matter how serious or small the situation may seem.

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Program Coordinator

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What we do:

• • Assist students in navigating campus resources to strengthen their academic journey


• • Connect students to community resources that assist with housing, food, clothing, and financial support


• • Assist students with applications for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food purchasing benefits, as well as assist with operations for the GovState Food Pantry


• • Assist students with applications for CCAMPIS federal grant funds to provide free or discounted childcare at GovState Child Development Center


• • Facilitate workshops that raise awareness about basic needs insecurities and the impact on student success


• • Provide GSU4U personal hygiene care bags

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What students say:

"GSU4U has been the bridge to help me to succeed here at GovState. Being a student without a stable place to live is extremely difficult especially when you do not have a family support system. GSU4U has given me access to resources and stability that will help me to succeed in my program and to continue toward graduation. I believe in GSU4U." - Anonymous Student

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Students Experiencing Homelessness or Housing Insecurity

If you are experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity or basic needs insecurity, the Counseling and Wellness team is here to connect you with support and resources. Please fill out the Student Self-Referral Form for Housing and Basic Needs Support. Your information will be kept confidential.

Email: studentcounseling@govst.edu
Office Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

If this is an emergency, please call the GovState Department of Public Safety at 708-534-4900 or local police at 911.

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Refer Students Experiencing Homelessness or Housing Insecurity

If you are aware of a student who may be experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, or basic needs challenges, please complete the Student Referral Form for Housing and Basic Needs Support. Your referral will help connect them with essential resources through the Counseling and Wellness Center’s GSU4U program and HOUSE Task Force.

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