Extra Help for LBCC Students and Staff

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For many students, attending college is a serious financial burden, and here at LBCC there are programs designed to help relieve some of that burden.

The Student Leadership Council (SLC) offers a multitude of services to both students and staff members ranging from food boxes, through the LBCC Lunchbox program, to providing personal care items, and even diapers and wipes. Clothing racks with professional style clothing are ready to be picked through and sent home with those who might need a wardrobe boost for job seeking or work.

The only requirement for these complementary services is to show your LBCC ID card at the SLC office located at the east end of the campus courtyard, and the they will be happy to set you up with what you need. These services are designed to cover students and staff and their immediate families, so don't forget to mention the family and pick up a little extra for them as well.

Those who want to get involved in keeping these programs running are welcome to participate in campus fundraisers, like the current "Can the Dean" food drive, organized by SLC Community Outreach Coordinator Kaela Fuller, or the Thanksgiving food drive in October, headed by Chairwoman Tammi Drury, LBCC Transcript Degree Evaluator. Donations of food, personal care items, or professional style clothing can be dropped off at the SLC office any time the doors are open.

For those who aren't financially able to contribute, volunteers are also much appreciated. Proceeds from the Hot Shot Coffee House help to fund the LBCC Lunchbox program as well, so students in need of a caffeine boost can get their coffee and spread the love at the same time.

This kind of support is a wonderful gift to our campus community and their families, but can more be done?

"The SLC wants to hear from the students and the ideas that they have for offering more help," said Barb Horn, adviser to the SLC.

If anyone has an idea for a new fundraiser or service that could further help our students and staff, ideas are both welcomed and encouraged. Drop in at SLC anytime and get let your ideas meet with people who truly have a heart for building up their community.

At a Glance:

• The LBCC website is www.linnbenton.edu.

• The SLC website is www.linnbenton.edu/current-students/involvement/student-life-and-leadership/student-leadership-council.
• The LBCC Lunchbox website is www.linnbenton.edu/current-students/involvement/student-life-and-leadership/student-resources/lb-lunch-box. 

•  People interested in participating in the Thanksgiving Food drive, or want to sign up for a food box can email Tammi Drury at Tammi.drury@linnbenton.edu. 

• The SLC also offers help to offset the costs of graduation caps and gowns, and even offers loaners. For more information email Barbra Horn at hornb@linnbenton.edu.

• Common supplies needed for distribution at the SLC are canned proteins, veggies and fruits and toothbrushes.