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Indiana University is a big place. 

We put this page together to help you tackle IU. Below are links about, campus, the community, and a link to searchable tables linking to different resources.

Visit Hoosier Life Links to an external site.. Explore Campus Links to an external site. events , Community events Links to an external site. and Local Festivities Links to an external site.. Interested in Campus Cultural Centers Links to an external site. or Community Cultural Centers Links to an external site.? See below for additional information. Looking for Religious Links to an external site. or Campus Communities Links to an external site.? Searching for Events Links to an external site.? Find Local and International Food Links to an external site. Discovering Bloomington Links to an external site.? Check out Visit Bloomington Links to an external site. International student?  Find information about International student support Links to an external site. the Office of International Services Links to an external site.  and the Office of International Affairs Links to an external site..

    If you do not find what you are looking for  also try the FAQ.

 

Where to Find Help  

General PBS-Related Information

• • Psychological and Brain Sciences (PBS) WebsiteLinks to an external site.: The PBS department home webpage. There’s A LOT of information on the PBS website. You might not find what you’re looking for immediately, so make sure to browse a bit deeper before giving up.
  • PBS Student PortalLinks to an external site.: Part of the PBS Website that is just for you. Go here and click "Undergraduate Students" to find answers to your burning questions about PBS majors, minors, certificates, courses, internships, funding opportunities, honors program, student life and organizations, and more.

Academic Advising Help

• • PBS Academic AdvisorsLinks to an external site.: The advising website for the PBS advisors provides information about each of the advisors as well as how to set-up appointments. They’re a great resource for determining which classes to take to help you keep on track for graduation and reach your career goals.
  • IUB Psychological and Brain Sciences Advising Canvas Page: The Canvas site for advising provides a lot of resources to help you navigate your academic experience throughout your undergraduate career. Particularly helpful are the announcements and discussion board posts, which are a great place to learn about internships, research positions, and job opportunities.

Academic-Related Help

• • Academic Support Center (ASC)Links to an external site.: Private and online tutoring
  • Student Academic Center (SAC)Links to an external site.: One-on-one academic coaching and peer-assisted study sessions
  • Writing Tutorial Services (WTS)Links to an external site.: One-on-one writing help and excellent writing guides.
  • Math Learning CenterLinks to an external site.: Drop-in math tutoring (no appointment needed)
  • IU Library ServicesLinks to an external site.: Research assistance for coursework and learn how to cite sources (to avoid academic dishonesty). This is your place to go when you need help learning how to find scientific journal articles to cite in course papers!

Accessibility and Disability Resources

• • Accessible Educational Services (AES)Links to an external site.: Assisting students with various disabilities to facilitate accommodations and provide you with resources
  • Assistive Technology and Accessibility Centers (ATAC)Links to an external site.: Using technology to provide equal access and an inclusive environment for IU, including alternate media services and technology to alleviate impairments.

Career-Prep Help

• • Walter Center for Career AchievementLinks to an external site.: Your one-stop place for all things career-prep-related. Check out their website for resources such as application material prep help, information sessions, or career fairs.
  • Walter Center Resource LibraryLinks to an external site.: A fantastic library of career-related resources, such as how to find opportunities and resources for students of diverse backgrounds.
  • Career CoachingLinks to an external site.: Through the Walter Center, you can meet with career coaches. Career coaches can help you discover careers that might best fit your values and interests as well as help you prepare for applying to internships and jobs. They can also help further elaborate on different career paths.
  • HandshakeLinks to an external site.: The one-stop app used by Walter Center for things like signing up for internship fairs or learning about job opportunities.

Mental and Emotional Health Services

• • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Links to an external site.: Counseling services in English, sometimes Mandarin, and often Spanish. All IU students get a certain number of free sessions.
  • Counseling and Wellness ClinicLinks to an external site.: The clinic provides support for mild to moderate mental health issues.  A minimal fee is charged for counseling at the Counseling and Wellness Clinic.
  • TimelyCareLinks to an external site.: Indiana students have FREE, 24/7 access to virtual care services with TimelyCare — the virtual health and well-being platform from TimelyCare, designed for college students. Students do not need insurance to access TimelyCare services.
  • Sexual Assault Crisis Service (SACS)Links to an external site.: A special part of CAPS for anyone who has experienced an assault, including providing confidential victim advocates for those in need

Connecting with IU’s cultural centers

While the physical buildings for the IU cultural centers will remain closed during the spring semester, each one will continue to provide support and programs for the IU community. Learn more about how to get connected below.

• The Asian Culture Center Links to an external site. is a place of community, advocacy, and education to promote awareness and understanding of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander cultures, history, and issues.
• Staff members are available Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) via email or 812-856-5361.

 

• The First Nations Educational and Cultural Center (FNECC) Links to an external site. builds a safe, supportive, and inclusive Native community within IU Bloomington.
• Request to join our listserv and follow us on social media Links to an external site. to learn more about our upcoming events and ways to connect with the FNECC.

 

• The Hillel Foundation Links to an external site. is the center for Jewish life and the Jewish home away from home on the IU campus. We offer a warm, welcoming, caring Jewish family that celebrates Jewish life, culture, and community. We are dedicated to assuring that Jewish college students have opportunities to recognize and develop their leadership potential and to express their Jewishness in many creative and traditional ways.
• Email hillel@indiana.edu or call 812-336-3824 for more information.

 

• La Casa Links to an external site. provides programming, support, and opportunities to foster a sense of belonging and pride for Latino students, while assisting in their academic, leadership, professional, and social development.
• Email lacasa@indiana.edu to set up a virtual meeting.

 

• The LGBTQ+ Culture Center Links to an external site. provides students a safe and welcoming learning environment that provides resources and support to help students successfully reach their educational goals. We will be open virtually during Spring 2021.
• Professional staff members are available Monday through Friday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) via glbtserv@indiana.edu or 812-855-4212.

 

• The Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center Links to an external site. is committed to supporting Black students, faculty, and staff at IU.
• While our office is closed, the building is still open for students to access the NMBCC Library and study/seminar rooms on the second floor. All of these areas have been reconfigured to accommodate physical distancing and safety.
• Stay connected by following  Facebook Links to an external site. and Instagram Links to an external site. to learn more about virtual initiatives.

 

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

To schedule an appointment, call 812-855-5711 or schedule it online Links to an external site..

CAPS continues to offer remote services by phone/video for the Spring 2021 semester. In-person visits have been suspended due to the ongoing pandemic. All IU students who have paid the student health fee receive two free CAPS counseling visits each semester. If you’re a first-time client, you’ll also receive one free, 30-minute CAPS Now appointment to connect you to appropriate services.

Several popular CAPS workshops have been recorded and are now available to view Links to an external site.. Each video lasts 30-45 minutes and is full of useful info and strategies you can start using immediately to create change.

"Mindfulness On-Topic" sessions will be held every other Thursday from 5-6 p.m. Learn more. Links to an external site.

Support your Well Being Portal Links to an external site.

 

Other Help:

Ethnomusicology PhD candidate, Suyash Kumar Neupane, created this amazing food resources map! It shows specialty and global markets, farmer’s markets, food pantries, major grocery store chains, etc. He created it as a helpful resource for people who might not know what all is available, especially for new people in town. I thought your departments might find it useful, feel free to share!

Food Systems Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1T8y2QBB_WprQ7fQgt-XtNZLbXNsRtDc&usp=sharing Links to an external site. 

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Food resources available in Bloomington

in case you or another student are searching for assistance. According to the Hope Center in the fall of 2020, 34% of college students experienced food insecurity which means it is likely that we all have a friend that could use this information.

The Crimson Cupboard Links to an external site. offers free food to any IU Bloomington students who cannot otherwise afford it. The Crimson Cupboard operates on the honor system, and they will never ask you for financial information. You can visit the pantry once a week.

The Crimson Cupboard is located in Campus View Apartments at 800 N Union Street. You can contact the pantry at 812-855-1924 or via email at cupboard@indiana.edu. The hours vary throughout the semester, so please visit their website for the most up-to-date hours: https://studentaffairs.indiana.edu/student-support/crimson-cupboard/index.html Links to an external site.​. 

 

Campus Kitchen at IU Links to an external site. offers boxed meals for students who need them. For availability and contact information, connect to: Campus Kitchen at Indiana University Links to an external site.

Community resources:

            Hoosier Hills Food Bank Links to an external site.

            Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard Links to an external site.

           Additional Pantries: Bloomington IN Food Pantries | Bloomington Indiana Food Pantries, Food Banks, Soup Kitchens Links to an external site.

Here are additional help resources, including food and shelter:

• Crimson Cupboard Links to an external site. food assistance, on the IU Bloomington campus.
• Campus Kitchen at Indiana University Links to an external site. recovers leftovers from events and distributes them to reduce student food insecurity
• Free Matzah Ball Soup Delivery Links to an external site., if you're feeling under the weather
• SNAP Food Assistance Links to an external site.: see if you qualify, and if so you can apply online.
• Community Kitchen of Monroe County Links to an external site..
• The Little Free Pantry Links to an external site., food, household, and hygiene items, six blocks from the Sample Gates.
• Family and Social Services Administration Links to an external site.: Medicaid health plans and other resources. The Medicaid information linked from this site is a little difficult to absorb, so you can call FSSA directly with your question 800 403-0864.
• Other food assistance (food banks):
• Monroe County Indiana food banks and pantries Links to an external site.: at least a couple of them are in downtown Bloomington, and others might be on a public bus route Links to an external site..
• Indiana.gov Food Assistance Availability Map Links to an external site..
• Monroe County Mutual Aid Facebook Links to an external site.: a frequently updated list of resources that might otherwise fly under the radar (example: St. Vincent de Paul Bloomington periodically offers a car repair program).
• Monroe County United Ministries Links to an external site.: includes Basic Needs Assistance, help with groceries, and more.
• Monroe County Indiana First Call For Help - 812-334-8393: information about and referrals to local helping services. Free and confidential.
• Another service similar to First Call for Help is Indiana 2-1-1 Services - just dial 211: they offer health and human services information and referrals, including housing, employment, legal aid, counseling, others. Free and confidential.
• City of Bloomington Health & Human Services online directory Links to an external site.: searchable by zip code, with lots of free services and resources.
• If you run into housing issues, some of the above resources can probably help, and here is another Links to an external site..
• The IUB Dean of Students Office Links to an external site. might have a little bit of emergency money available. Feel free to call them and ask, and they should be able to connect you with the appropriate person or online form. Note the help resources in the left menu at that same link, too.
• The Students Advocates Beverly Warren Fund Links to an external site. can sometimes provide a little funding to help with books and other required course materials. You can call them to learn more.

 

 

People's Open Pantry / La Despensa POPular (POP)

Pop runs every Saturday 11 am – 1 pm ET at Artisan Alley, (222 W 2nd Street, Bloomington). POP is stocked weekly with food from Hoosier Hills Food Bank and personal care items donated by the community. All are welcome – no ID or proof of need required.

Area 10 Agency on Aging
630 W. Edgewood Ellettsville	(812) 876-3383	Call about eligibility, delivery services available for people who are homebound or have limited mobility.
Bloomington Township Trustee
924 W. 17th, suite C Bloomington	(812) 336-4976	Monday thru Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m., call first for food list, must reside in township trustee area. Copy of bill or lease/mortgage document to verify residency and social security card
Bobby's Pantry/Perry Township Trustee
1010 S. Walnut Bloomington	(812) 336-3713	Monday thru Friday 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., sign-up sheet, for Perry residents only. Copy of bill or lease/mortgage document to verify residency and social security card
Crestmont Community Food Pantry/Bloomington Housing Authority
1007 N. Summit Bloomington	(812) 339-3491	Thursday 3–4 p.m., pre-bagged groceries
Crimson Cupboard
Campus View Apartments 800 N. Union Street Bloomington	(812) 855-1924	Crimson Cupboard will be open for rest of term and open to both students and residents/community members. Please call ahead.
Feed the Needy at Second Baptist Church
321 N. Rogers Bloomington	(812) 336-5827	Monday, Thursday, Friday 10 a.m.–12 p.m., handing out pre-bagged groceries
First Assembly of God Food Pantry
115 W. Association Street Ellettsville	(812) 876-4334	First Wednesday of month 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
First United Methodist Church Food Pantry
219 E. 4th Street Bloomington	(812) 332-6396	Wednesday 3:30–5:30 p.m., call first, hours/availability subject to change.
Food Assistance Availability Map
Find available food resources near you	https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/5768.htm Links to an external site.
Genesis Church Food Pantry
801 E. Street Road 45/46 Bypass Bloomington	(812) 336-5757	Call for appointment
Grace Center Food Pantry
9206 S. Old SR 37 Harrodsburg	(812) 329-0337	Thursday 3–7 p.m., pre-bagged groceries, must reside in Clear Creek, Indian Creek, or Polk townships. Copy of bill or lease/mortgage document to verify residency.
Highland Faith Assembly of God Food Pantry
4782 W. State Road 48 Bloomington	(812) 332-3707	Monday thru Friday 9 a.m.–1 p.m., call first, hours/availability subject to change.
Hoosier Hills Food Bank
Food bank agencies information.	https://www.hhfoodbank.org/ Links to an external site.
MCCSC Food Distribution
To see all locations for pick-up go to  breakfast/lunch tab on webpage link listed.	https://www.mccsc.edu/Page/4874 Links to an external site.	Breakfast/Lunch pick-up will be at every school 11 a.m.–2 p.m.. Breakfast/lunches will be available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
MCUM Self-Sufficiency Center Food Pantry
827 W. 14th Ct Bloomington	(812) 339-3429	Tuesday/Thursday 12–3 p.m.
Mother Hubbard's Cupboard
1100 W. Allen Street Bloomington	(812) 355-6843	Beginning the week of March 23rd, MHC will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12–2 p.m. and 4–6 p.m., distributing pre-packed boxes of food. All non-essential programming - Kids Cook, garden and nutrition workshops, weekly drop-ins, demos, Coffee Talks - have been canceled until further notice.
Redeemer Community Church Food Pantry
111 S. Kimble Road Bloomington	(812) 269-8975	Tuesday/Thursdays 2–4 p.m. or call for appointment
South Central Indiana – Food pantries and hot meals resources
https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1rcCfLzA9JQE66tkuzc6EMRNBiZVHbCiZ&ll=38.82543843030707%2C-86.60840765&z=9 Links to an external site.
Pantry 279
501 E. Temperance Ellettsville	(812) 606-1524	Monday/Wednesday 4–6 p.m. & Saturday 3–5 p.m., offering drive-up services
Richland Township Trustee
416 S. Park Ellettsville	(812) 876-2509	Monday thru Friday 8 a.m.–2 p.m., call first, hours/availability subject to change, must be Richland township resident. Copy of bill or lease/mortgage document to verify residency.
Salvation Army of Bloomington
111 N. Rogers Bloomington	(812) 336-4310	Wednesday/Friday 9–11:30 a.m. & Tuesday/Thursday 1–3:30 p.m.
Walnut Grove Food Pantry
3100 S. Walnut Street Pike Bloomington	(812) 332-3695	3rd Friday of month 3:45 p.m., call ahead to ensure availability.

Community Kitchen of Monroe County
1515 S. Rogers Street, Bloomington	(812) 332-0999	Monday thru Saturday 4 – 6 p.m., warm carry-out available.
Community Kitchen Express
1100 W. 11th Street, Bloomington	(812) 332-0999	Monday thru Saturday 4 – 6 p.m., warm carry-out available.
Food Train
Free food resources for K-12, locations include: Arlington Valley Mobile Home Park at Classic Lanes, Banneker Community Center, the Crestmont Boys and Girls Club, Countryview Apartments, East Burks Drive (Walnut Springs), the Seminary Square Kroger, Marquise and Lismore intersection, the eastside Bloomington post office at 3210 E. 10th Street, Southcrest Estates & Winslow Plaza.	(812) 855-5431	Tuesday/Thursday, March 24 & 26, 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m., call for logistics information, donations, or volunteering More info, click: here Links to an external site.
IU Food Institute: Emergency Meal Project
In the face of the current pandemic, IU Dining, together with the Food Institute, Campus Kitchen, Food Working Group, Crimson Cupboard and other campus entities, has created an Emergency Meal Project.	https://foodinst.indiana.edu/index.html Links to an external site.	Meals are requested by 10am the previous day at this site Links to an external site. for pick-up at Read Hall 12pm-1pm Monday through Friday (we also offer delivery).
Wheeler Mission
215 S. Westplex Avenue, Bloomington	(812) 333-1905	12 – 1 p.m. & 5 – 6 p.m. 7 days/week