Events and Workshops

Upcoming Events

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The Basic Needs Center offers workshops on nutrition, housing, money management and general well-being. Learn more about each workshop and submit a request below.Ìý

Basic Needs Center Overview

This presentation covers a brief history of the Basic Needs Center (BNC). We will share an overview of what the center does and the services it provides, and education on food and housing insecurity. It also includes a tour of the Buff Pantry.Ìý

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes

Attendees will leave knowing:Ìý

  • What the BNC is
  • Services the center provides
  • How to refer a student
  • Where the Buff Pantry is
  • What food and housing insecurity are and what that may look like for college studentsÌý

ÌýÌý Length of event: 60 minutesÌý

ÌýÌý Intended audiences: Students, student leaders, staff and facultyÌý

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 10-100Ìý

Introduction to Managing Finances

This presentation will cover basic information for students new to finance. This will include budgeting basics, banking and credit information, savings, managing debt, and financial tools and resources.Ìý

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes:ÌýAttendees will walk away with a basic understanding of financial management and resources, so they feel comfortable navigating these subjects moving forward.

Topics include:Ìý

  • Budgeting
  • Saving
  • Banking
  • Managing debtÌý

ÌýÌý Length of event:Ìý75ÌýminutesÌý

ÌýÌý Intended audiences: Students

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 10-100Ìý

How to Approach and Manage Debts

This presentation will introduce approaching and managing debts including student loans, credit cards and loans.Ìý

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes:ÌýAttendees will walk away with an understanding of how to create a debt management plan and have knowledge of other helpful resources.ÌýÌý

ÌýÌý Length of event:Ìý60 minutesÌý

ÌýÌý Intended audiences: Students

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 10-100Ìý

Nutrition for Students

Attendees will walk away with a basic understanding of nutrition including how to eat healthily on a tight schedule and budget.Ìý

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes:ÌýAttendees will walk away with knowledge on how to cook a meal from scratch using basic cooking techniques.

ÌýÌý Length of event:Ìý60 minutesÌý

ÌýÌý Intended audiences: Students

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 10-100Ìý

Mindful Eating and General Nutrition

This presentation will provide basic information on overall nutrition including a balanced diet, macro and micronutrients, and mindful eating habits.Ìý

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes:Ìý

Attendees will walk away with an understanding of mindful eating and basic nutritional information including:Ìý

  • Elements of a balanced diet
  • Micro and macronutrients
  • How to navigate common nutritional challengesÌý

ÌýÌý Length of event:Ìý60 minutesÌý

ÌýÌý Intended audiences: Students

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 10-100Ìý

Introduction to Meal Prepping

This presentation will share tips for students who are interested in meal prepping.ÌýÌýÌý

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes:

Attendees will walk away knowing how to begin meal prepping including:Ìý

  • Finding a recipe
  • Making a customized meal plan
  • Effectively maintaining a meal planÌý

ÌýÌý Length of event:Ìý60 minutesÌý

ÌýÌý Intended audiences: Students

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 10-100Ìý

Volunteer Event

This event will include a brief presentation of the Basic Needs Center followed by a service event, typically involving building food or self care kits for the Buff Pantry.

ÌýÌýLearning outcomes

Attendees will leave with an understanding of basic needs and what services the Basic Needs Center provides. Attendees will also walk away having made a meaningful impact on campus basic needs insecurity.

ÌýÌý Length of event: ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ 120 minutes (length varies)

ÌýÌý Intended audiences:Student organizations and groupsÌý

ÌýÌý Min/max attendees: 15-30