2018 Hunger and Homelessness Week

Fact vs Fiction Info Table
Hall of Governors at 10am-12pm
GSU community will be educated on the statistics on hunger, homelessness, and how they can make a change. Information will be provided about services offered by GSU4U and Student Life. Ribbons will be distributed as well.

GSU Sleep Out: An Hour Without a Home
Patio behind Hall of Governors at 3p-5p
Join the Student Activities Council to gain a better understanding of the experiences of homelessness. Blankets will be provided and refreshments will be served in Lakeside Lounge after the demonstration and discussion.

GSU4U Ambassador Training Program
C3380 at 12pm
Registration Required. Bring your lunch!

GSU4U Ambassador is a training program for faculty and staff designed to raise awareness about food and housing insecurity on campus. Ambassadors will learn how this issue impacts student success and gain information about campus and community resources to support students experiencing basic needs insecurity.

Space is limited, participants must RSVP at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/gsu4u.
Contact GSU4U@govst.edu or visit govst.edu/gsu4u to learn more.

Friendsgiving
Lakeside Lounge at 12pm-3pm
Join the Student Activities Council for “Friendsgiving,” a student-led potluck that will celebrate the cultural diversity of our GSU population. Students will share what they are thankful for and play fun games.

Global Spotlight: Hunger & Homelessness in Costa Rica
Hall of Governors at 12pm-4pm
Come learn about poverty in Costa Rica and support the Community Service Council Bake Sale Fundraiser for their Alternative Spring Break service trip to Costa Rica. American and Costa Rican desserts will be sold.

Fact vs Fiction Info Table
Hall of Governors at 10am-12pm
GSU community will be educated on the statistics on hunger, homelessness, and how they can make a change. Information will be provided about services offered by GSU4U and Student Life. Ribbons will be distributed as well.

Operation Healthy
Hall of Governors at 3pm-4:30pm
Free fruits and vegetables will be distributed. 

Movie & Discussion: Homestretch
Facilitator: Dr. Maristela Zell
Jaguar Den at 5pm-7pm
The Homestretch follows three homeless teens as they fight to stay in school, graduate, and create a new life.

Civic Engagement Volunteer Recruitment Fair
Hall of Governors at 10am-2pm
Sign-up for community service volunteer opportunities with organizations in the Chicagoland area.

Mystery Food Banquet
Jaguar Den 3p-4:30p
Informative demonstration on the stereotypes and misconceptions about poverty and homelessness and a discussion of the experience of not knowing where your next meal is coming from.
Sign-up to attend at https://govst.campuslabs.com/engage/

Fact vs Fiction Info Table
Hall of Governors at 10am -12pm
GSU community will be educated on the statistics on hunger, homelessness, and how they can make a change.
Information will be provided about services offered by GSU4U and Student Life. Ribbons will be distributed as well.

Community Service Day 12pm-3pm
(Transportation provided by GSU). Reserve your spot by emailing civicengagement@govst.edu