We are very happy to announce that the Campus Pantry will be reopening week commencing 17th March. Our teams in DUSA have worked hard to operationalise this new plan and we will be catering to both the Dundee and Kirkcaldy campuses.
The Dundee Campus Pantry will be open twice a week, from 16:30 to 18:30, on alternating days each week (e.g. Monday and Wednesday, Wednesday and Friday). This will ensure that all students who require support can access the pantry more easily.
Students will be able to use the pantry once per month and can book their slot via the registration link. Registration will go live at 8.30am on Thursday 13th March. Information regarding slots and referral via DUSA advice and support will be available from 13th March.
The Kirkcaldy Campus Pantry will reopen on the 17th March with its operation remaining unchanged from its previous setup, responding to students on a case-by-case basis.
The cost-of-living crisis continues to have a significant impact on students, and this service is here to support those who are experiencing food poverty.
We urge students to use this service, only when necessary as it is crucial to ensure the pantry remains available to students who need it most, for as long as possible.
As part of our commitment to supporting our student community, we want to share an update about the Breakfast Club and Pantry initiative.
Since its inception, our Breakfast Club and Pantry have been a vital lifeline for many of you, helping ease the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis. With the incredible dedication of our volunteers, who have contributed a remarkable 9,539 hours, we have:
Unfortunately, due to the university’s current financial challenges, they have had to withdraw funding for these services. While this is a challenging setback, we are determined to find new ways to support you.
Together with our student executive team and volunteers, we are exploring alternative measures to continue providing support. We want to hear directly from you. What challenges are you facing? What kinds of support would make the biggest difference to you?
Your insights are invaluable in shaping the next steps. We believe that, together, we can find creative solutions to these challenges and continue building a supportive community at Dundee University.
The Wardrobe is a cost-of-living employability initiative based in The Hive to support students in need with suitable clothing for job interviews, placements, and other opportunities. All clothing is free of charge, and can either be kept or returned to The Wardrobe after it has been used.
If you would like to donate some clothes to The Wardrobe, please hand your donations to The Hive during opening hours.
Opening hours:
Monday 1pm-4pm
Tuesday 1pm-4pm
Wednesday 11am-2pm
Thursday 1pm-4pm
Friday 1pm-4pm