Hi Susie:

Thanks for bringing this up to our attention. I would worry if, say, faculty, were taking items from the pantry. However, this bin is for Husker Pantry (https://pantry.unl.edu/). All students, graduate and undergraduate, who may be in need, are welcome to take food from the bin. An estimated 23% of undergraduates and 12% of graduate students experience food insecurity nationwide (https://hope.temple.edu/npsas), so I think we need to be mindful of whom is taking what items and in what amounts. If it's within the students' means to purchase food and personal hygiene articles, then I would hope they are not the ones taking stuff from the bin. Those with families and/or not eligible for food stamps/SNAP benefits (I mean, non-US citizens) should definitively be using Husker Pantry, if in need.

As a reminder to everyone, here are the ways you can donate to Husker Pantry, based on previous emails we got from Julie M. These links are still active.

Drop off donations in the bin located in the 2nd floor lobby area outside the Administration Offices – a list of needed items can be found at https://pantry.unl.edu/donate.
Purchase some items off of the Amazon wish list! They will be shipped directly to the pantry.
Gifts also can be made to the University of Nebraska Foundation, fund #01140700. Online gifts can be made via credit or debit card, and an electronic donation receipt will be emailed to you. Memorial gifts can also be made through the Foundation website.

Thanks,

Byron

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Byron D. Chaves, PhD. (He/Him/His)

Associate Professor & Food Safety Extension Specialist

Department of Food Science and Technology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Phone: (402) 472 2196

byron.chaves-elizondo@unl.edu

From: Susie Fauble <sfauble2@unl.edu>
Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 3:50 PM
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Subject: Food Pantry Food

Hello all,

We would like to remind everyone that the food pantry is a resource dedicated to supporting those in our community who are in need.

It has come to our attention that some individuals may be using the pantry for personal use.

To ensure that we can continue to provide for those who truly need assistance, we kindly ask that you refrain from taking food from the pantry bin.

Your cooperation is essential in helping us maintain this vital service for our community.

Best Regards,

Susie

University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Susie Fauble

Administrative Coordinator

Department of Food Science and Technology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Food Innovation Center, 1901 N 21st St,

Room 232

Lincoln, NE 68588-6205

402-472-2905

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