The Central Pantry at the University of Central Oklahoma is working to ensure that students facing food insecurity have access to essential items with its two locations on campus, where students can shop once a week for supplemental food and hygiene items.
To gain access, students must complete a client form that can be found on UCORE each school year. The form requires basic information such as name and household size, which helps the pantry track how many people are being served. Students, faculty, and staff are eligible to use the service with a valid UCO ID.
The Central Pantry offers a wide range of products, including canned meats, beans, vegetables, fruit, peanut butter, pasta, rice, ready-to-eat meals, snacks, drinks, condiments, and hygiene items. While the pantry strives to keep its shelves stocked, availability depends on donations.
In addition to offering food, the Central Pantry also provides opportunities for student involvement. Volunteers are recruited at the start of each semester, with applications for spring 2026 opening at the end of this fall…