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As a Catholic and Vincentian university deeply concerned about the health and wellness of our students, St. John’s cares about your basic needs. We recognize that too many of our students struggle with not having reliable access to nutritionally adequate food due to lack of financial resources. As we continue to identify relevant and useful ways to address this need, we encourage any current students struggling with food insecurity to complete the information request form below.
Please note: eligible students will receive Dining Dollars only (HEERF funding is no longer available)
Food Insecurity
Recently, food insecurity among university students has received increasing local and national attention. A student’s inability to consistently obtain nutritious food is a potentially serious health issue.
If you are experiencing food insecurity, or know of a student who is, please refer to the information below for resources available to help support St. John’s University students.
Food Pantries Off-Campus
Go to www.foodpantries.org to find a food pantry near you.
Depaul USA: New York City Dax Program
Visit the Depaul USA website for information regarding this year-round program offering support for college students experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
Student Support Services (SSS)
Click here for information about the free services offered to eligible students and an application to apply to this program offered through the Division of Special and Opportunity Programs.
Meals on Wheels
This nationwide program offers older Americans nutritious meals and safety checks at little to no cost. Click here for more information, including eligibility requirements.
Additional Resource for Internet Service
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program designed to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. More information found here: https://www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit
Additional Resources for NYC Residents
Click here to find additional support near you.
Additional Resources for Non-NYC Residents
Click here to find additional support near you.
Contact Us
Queens Campus
Jackie Lochrie, Acting Dean of Students
718-990-6568
[email protected]
Victoria Santangelo, Associate Vice President for University Ministry
718-990-1363
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Melissa Angelides, Associate Director of Student Services, Law School
718-990-6463
[email protected]
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Staten Island Campus
David Gachigo, Associate Dean for Student Affairs
718-390-4345
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Tri Duong, C.M., Director of Campus Ministry, Staten Island
718-390-4305
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