Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
ASI Cougar Pantry
Our Mission
The ASI Cougar Pantry serves all CSUSM students in an effort to decrease food insecurity on campus. The pantry stocks a variety of dry and canned goods, limited produce, milk, toiletries, and diapers. A service and initiative of the ASI Board of Directors, the ASI Cougar Pantry is managed by a team of students, interns, volunteers, and staff.
Each currently enrolled CSUSM student can visit the ASI Cougar Pantry in Commons 104 to shop once a week for free groceries!
ATTENTION: The ASI Cougar Pantry will be closing early at 3:30pm on Thursday, December 12th. We will be closed December 16th - January 20th for Winter Break. We will reopen first day of spring 2025 class on Tuesday, January 21st.
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Location: Commons 104
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Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday | 10:00am - 5:00pm
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- For additional resources:
- Utilize 211
- Visit San Diego Food Bank Locator Map
- Email cougarpantry@csusm.edu for emergency assistance
- For additional resources:
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Cougar Pantry On-The-Go
In an effort to serve students all across campus, ASI Cougar Pantry is offering additional snacks and produce in 10 spaces on campus.
Pick up produce and snacks from one of our convenient mini fridge locations!
Through a grant, ASI was able to purchase several mini fridges and place them throughout campus, providing students with access to produce and snacks outside of the ASI Cougar Pantry space.
Locations
- CAMP, ELB 248
- Dean of Students Office, Administrative Building 1200
- Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS), Lobby
- Kellogg Library, 2nd floor break room - Avaliable past normal business hours
- Student Leadership & Involvement Center (SLIC) Office , University Student Union 3600
- EOP/TRIO SSS, Administration Building 4100
- ACE Scholars, Administration Building 3400
- Clarke Field House, Lobby - Avaliable past normal business hours
- Epstein Family Veterans Center, Lobby
- PASS Office, Kellogg 1103
For CSUSM Students only. Please take only what you will use.
Questions?
Contact us at: cougarpantry@csusm.edu or (760) 750-6019
FAQ
- What is the ASI Cougar Pantry?The ASI Cougar Pantry serves all CSUSM students in an effort to decrease food insecurity on campus. The pantry stocks a variety of dry and canned goods, limited produce, milk, toiletries, and diapers.
- Where is the ASI Cougar Pantry located?The ASI Cougar Pantry is now located in Commons 104, right next to the University Bookstore.
- Are there free parking spots for students shopping at the ASI Cougar Pantry?The ASI Cougar Pantry has two 30-minute parking spots in Lot E that student shoppers are more than welcome to use.
- What are the hours of operation?
ATTENTION: The ASI Cougar Pantry will be closing early at 3:30pm on Thursday, December 12th.
We will be closed December 16th - January 20th for Winter Break. We will reopen first day of spring 2025 class on Tuesday, January 21st.
- Location: Commons 104
- Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday | 10:00am - 5:00pm
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- If you are in need of additional food resources, you can
- Utilize 211
- Visit San Diego Food Bank Locator Map
- Email cougarpantry@csusm.edu for emergency assistance
- If you are in need of additional food resources, you can
- What do I need in order to shop at the ASI Cougar Pantry?In order to shop, you will need a reusable bag and a current CSUSM student ID number!
- Do we have to pay for the food that the ASI Cougar Pantry provides?No, the ASI Cougar Pantry provides free food for currently enrolled CSUSM students. The pantry is funded through student fees that students are required to pay at registration.
- How many times can I go to the ASI Cougar Pantry?Each CSUSM enrolled student can visit the pantry once a week.
ATTENTION: The ASI Cougar Pantry will be closing early at 3:30pm on Thursday, December 12th.
We will be closed December 16th - January 20th for Winter Break. We will reopen first day of spring 2025 class on Tuesday, January 21st.
Location: Commons 104
- Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday | 10:00am - 5:00pm
-
- If you are in need of additional food resources, you can
- Utilize 211
- Visit San Diego Food Bank Locator Map
- Email cougarpantry@csusm.edu for emergency assistance
- If you are in need of additional food resources, you can