Basic Needs

  1. Office of the Dean of Students
  2. Care Team
  3. Basic Needs
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Please check out resources available on campus and off campus below.

On Campus Resources

Seattle University provides several resources related to accessing basic needs.

Seattle University Food Security initiatives 

  • SU Food Pantry: Available to all Seattle University students, faculty, and staff located within OMA (PAVL 180). Please check out The MOSAIC Center  website for operational hours and more information.
  • Emergency Redhawk Dining Card program provides short-term aid for students experiencing unexpected financial emergency and lack access to food.  

Meal Plans

  • Seattle University has on-campus meal plans to offer, along with a variety of on-campus dining options.

Housing & Residence Life

  • Housing for undergraduate, graduate, and international students. 
  • Short-term emergency housing: contact the Office of the Dean of Students at deanofstudents@seattleu.edu 

For more information, see Housing and Dining.

Student Financial Services 

  • Tuition & Bill Payment Concerns
  • Financial Aid
  • FAFSA

For more information see Financial Aid & Scholarships.

Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA)

For more information, see Have you filled out your FASFA or WASFA?

Financial Aid

Emergency Funds

Student & Campus Life may provide, on a funds-available basis, emergency financial assistance for students experiencing a one-time, non-tuition-related financial emergency. Learn more about this resource, eligibility requirements, and apply for assistance on the Emergency Financial Assistance Request Form. Contact the Office of the Dean of Students at deanofstudents@seattleu.edu if you have any questions.

Office of Wellness and Health Promotion

  • Physical Wellness
  • Mental Wellness
  • Healthy Relationships
  • Alcohol & Drugs
  • Green Dot Training

For more information, see Wellness and Health Promotion.

Student Health Center

  • Immunizations
  • Medical Services
  • Mental Health Evaluation & Treatment

For more information, see Student Health Center.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

  • Individual Counseling Appointments
  • Group Counseling and Support Groups
  • Mental Health Screenings 
  • Referral to Off-Campus Services

For more information, see Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). 

Campus Ministry

  • Exploring Faith and Spirituality
  • Interfaith Programming
  • Retreats
  • Grief Support

For more information, see Campus Ministry.

Disability Services 

  • Evaluation for Reasonable Classroom, Program, and Service Accommodations
  • Testing Services

For more information, see Disability Services .

University Recreation

  • Fitness Programs
  • Personal Training
  • Group Fitness Classes
  • Aquatics
  • Sports clubs
  • Intramural sports

For more information, see University Recreation. 

Off Campus Resources

Check out some of the resources that may be available to assist Seattle University students in the greater Seattle area below. Please note that these programs and organizations are not affiliated with Seattle University and that access to these resources is not guaranteed. If you know about additional resources that we should consider including on this list, send a tip to deanofstudents@seattleu.edu.

The Pacific Northwest is home to an array of groups working to grow nutritious food, reduce hunger, and promote sustainability, including nonprofits, foundations, university centers, and more! Food Tank has developed a a list of 34 organizations to watch.

  • Tilth is a great, broad resource with information on how to unite sustainability and food from gardening tips to cooking classes! Get involved and check with Tilth for more information.
  • CSA (community supported agriculture) connects community members to farmers with a curated box of fresh seasonal produce! Sign up for your own box with Tilth. 
  • PCC (Puget Consumers Co-op) is a local co-op dedicated to bringing delicious and local food to it's members! There are many locations around Seattle. Find the closest to you .
  • Food Action is an advocacy group with a big goal to reform our food system so that all people have access to GOOD FOOD, that is, food that is affordable, clean, healthy, delicious, and ecologically and socially regenerative. 
  • Central Co-Op is a grocery co-op specializing in natural foods, organic produce, sustainable meats, and local, Fair Trade, and non-GMO! And it's open until midnight everyday!
  • Seattle Farmers Markets are a great way to shop and support local farmers and Capitol Hill, right down the block, is one of three open all year round! A huge variety of veggies, bread, flowers, and more come from local farmers.

For more information, visit the Center for Environmental Justice and Sustainability's food and campus sustainability page.

TimelyCare (Virtual/Online)

Available 24/7

Seattle University offers access to 24/7 medical and mental health virtual care for enrolled students from anywhere in the United States through our partner, TimelyCare. This service provides a great supplement to our existing on-campus health and wellness services with no out-of-pocket cost or insurance requirement. Access TimelyCare using your Seattle University credentials at timelycare.com/seattleu.

CAPS Community Resources List

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) has compiled a helpful list of community resources related to mental health support, alcohol and drugs, eating disorders, local treatment centers, LGBTQIA+ affirming resources, mindfulness, sexual health, stress management, suicide prevention, and more on the CAPS website.

Sanvello App

All Seattle University students get free, premium access to this helpful mobile app that provides research-based tools for stress, anxiety, and depression alongside a supportive community. The app includes features that are based on cognitive behavioral therapy & mindfulness meditation.

Download Sanvello in the iOS or Android App Store.

King County Crisis Connections (Off-Campus Crisis Line)

988 or 1-866-427-4747 (Available 24/7)

Crisis Connections connects people in King County with physical, emotional and financial crisis to services that will be of help.

King County Crisis Connections website

Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Off-Campus Crisis Line)

1-800-273-8255 (Available 24/7)

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

Suicide Prevention Lifeline website

Crisis Text Line (Off-Campus Crisis Line)

Text HOME to 741741 (Available 24/7)

Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line trains volunteers to support people in crisis.

Crisis Text Line website

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