Basic Needs - The University of Utah

Basic Needs Collective

The Basic Needs Collective has Combined Forces with the Center for Campus Wellness

The Basic Needs Collective (BNC) has officially transitioned to be managed by the Center for Campus Wellness (CCW), marking a new chapter in student-centered support at the U.

The BNC will remain in the basement of the A. Ray Olpin Student Union, however the CCW is exploring satellite locations as a way to expand reach for students. The CCW also has plans to bring over some of their additional services to the BNC’s Union location.

Let's get you what you need.

The Basic Needs Collective is a coordinated resource referral hub. We educate and connect students to campus and community resources to help them meet their basic needs.

Basic Needs Resource Session

Our team is dedicated to supporting you. To get started, please schedule with us. During this session, we will carefully curate resources that cater to your unique needs. Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes, so we can fully address your needs.

We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Thursdays, 9 am to 4 pm. You can drop into our office in the Union basement or schedule an in-person or virtual visit.

Schedule with us

After selecting the day/time, you must provide your UMail address (ex. u0000000@utah.edu) as your email address within the bookings appointment to receive the meeting confirmation.

Basic Needs Self-Service Form

Life can be overwhelming, but our resources can help. Not sure what you need or where to start? Complete this form and we'll send basic needs resources directly to your UMail.

Self-Service Form

Basic Needs Referral Form

Complete this form to refer a student or peer, and a basic needs team member will conduct outreach to the student within 48 hours (weekend days excluded). The average contact time is the same day.

Student Referral Form