The Bear Pantry on Missouri State’s campus has seen massive growth this school year. From usage of resources to an increased interest in supporting our initiative to end food insecurity read for more information on how you can contribute to our mission: 1. Volunteer Sign up to volunteer on GivePulse. Each time slot is 2 hours. Please only sign up for time slots you … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Get Involved with the Bear Pantry
Oats. It’s a shelf-stable, affordable, staple grain found in many households. It can be added to muffins, breads, and cookies; or – as almost anyone knows, as a hot bowl of breakfast cereal. In just ½ cup, this excellent source of grains provides 4 grams of fiber, 5 grams of protein, along with calcium, iron, and potassium. Because of the mild flavor oats carry, it pairs … [Read more...] about Oats: Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
The Bear Pantry serves as a resource for Missouri State students, staff, and faculty who may face food insecurity. In the Fall 2020 semester, more than 5,900 lbs of food and hygiene items were distributed, marking an unprecedented semester. Support from Citizen Bears Generous support from students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members allowed the Bear Pantry to … [Read more...] about Bear Pantry distributed 5900 lbs of goods in Fall 2020
Missouri State's Student Government Association donated 65 lbs of school supplies to the Bear Pantry to begin the Spring 2021 semester. This donation supports the Bear Pantry's mission of student success. The Bear Pantry is available to MSU students, faculty, and staff who may face food insecurity. Open Monday-Friday, 10a.m.-2p.m. in the University Hall basement, the Bear … [Read more...] about SGA donates educational supplies to the Bear Pantry
The Bear Pantry and the Nutrition and Dietetics department are partnering to promote healthy eating choices, while decreasing food insecurity on campus. MSU Dietetic Intern, Kelsey, demonstrated how to put a healthier spin on ramen noodles with ingredients found in the Bear Pantry. Ingredients 1 packet of ramen instant ramen noodles ¼ cup black beans, drained … [Read more...] about Putting a spin on ramen: Southwest ramen noodles