Catawba Hunger Alliance

The Catawba Hunger Alliance connects students with the resources they need on campus and in our community. We are dedicated to addressing food insecurity by providing food pantry staples, bread, fresh produce, breakfast items, and personal care products.

Featured Resources

Laura's Place Food Resource Center

Supporting Catawba students experiencing temporary food insecurity.

About Laura's Place
Wellness Loft

The place for all things wellness at Catawba.

Coming Soon
2025 NC Hunger Challenge

Catawba is participating in the NC Hunger Challenge September through December - stay tuned for more information!

Our Wishlist:

Food Items

Pasta
Sauce (marinara or alfredo)
Beans
Rice
Tuna
Peanut Butter
Jelly
Mac and Cheese
Soup Varieties
Granola Bars
Oatmeal
Cereal
Shelf-stable Milk - soy, almond, oat
Easy to prepare instant meals
Snacks
Oils, spices and condiments

Personal Care and Feminine Hygiene Products:

Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Shaving items
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body Wash
Soap
Tampons
Pads
Laundry Detergent
Dryer Sheets
Dish Soap
Hand Soap

On-Campus Resources:

Our counselors are trained mental health professionals and are here to support our students' mental wellness through a variety of services. We are a great resource for learning ways to adapt to and manage stress and all services are free and strictly confidential.

Learn about Counseling Services

Catawba’s Health Center offers a wide range of on-site care to get you back on your feet fast, including treatment for routine illnesses and injuries, sexual health, drug and alcohol education, and nutritional education.

Learn about the Health Center

Uwill is the leading mental health and wellness solution for colleges and students, providing increased mental health support including:

teletherapy support for online students
expanded support for in-person students
immediate appointments with licensed mental health counselors based on student needs and preferences
matching students with therapists
direct crisis connection
wellness events
real-time data and support

Learn More about Uwill

We are committed to our students' health, safety, and wellness and work hard to be sure everyone enjoys a healthy and safe learning environment that promotes wellbeing and encourages growth. Catawba students can stay fit, have fun, and be inspired to live a sustainable, healthy and active lifestyle through campus and community engagement.

Health and Wellness at Catawba

Catawba's Student Affairs Office is focused on developing opportunities for you to learn and lead beyond a formal classroom setting. We focus on you and your place in the Catawba community, furthering Catawba’s educational mission through our student-centered approach, exceptional services, engaging programs and activities, and learning opportunities.

Learn about Student Affairs

At Catawba, we care about one another. Many students and employees often talk about how Catawba feels like a family. Our close-knit community of faculty and staff are vested in the successes of everyone on campus, now and in the future. View information below related to current employees, including benefits, available services and resources, holidays, and more.

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Community Resources:

Rowan Helping Ministries gives assistance to clients with emergency needs such as food, utilities, medications, housing, and clothing. Volunteers work with staff to interview clients, assess their needs and eligibility, and determine available resources.

Rowan Helping Ministries Website