Your Student Life: Monda Student Resource Center
November 3, 2026
With the change of seasons from summer to autumn, and autumn to winter, temperatures can drop rapidly. If you find yourself in need of cold-weather attire, the Monda Student Resource Center (MSRC) is here to provide you with the resources you need to stay warm this winter!
The MSRC provides resources and support for Ohio State students’ essential needs in a centralized location. At Ohio State, there are many resources available to support students’ needs, and the MSRC provides an easy entry point to access these resources. Within the center, which is located on the first floor of the Younkin Success Center, students will find resources including the Student Food Pantry, Reid Family Career Closet, Student Support Specialist, and connections to other campus and community resources. All Ohio State students, including students on the regional campuses, are eligible to utilize MSRC resources as long as they are enrolled in at least one credit hour, and students must bring a working BuckID (which can include the digital BuckID) to access services.
Appointments for all services can be made using the MSRC’s online system, PantrySoft. To create an account, students should log in here using their Ohio State credentials by clicking the “login here” button at the top of the page. From there, you can book appointments for the Student Food Pantry to receive free food and hygiene products, the Reid Family Career Closet to receive free business and professional attire and the Student Support Specialist for personalized one-on-one appointments for assistance with navigating challenges and connecting to resources. Students can also drop in to the MSRC to access resources without an appointment during operating hours.
The operations of the MSRC, particularly the Student Food Pantry and Reid Family Career Closet, are supported by student volunteers, including members of the registered student organization Buckeye Food Alliance. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities with the MSRC, please contact us at sl-msrc@osu.edu.
November is a busy time in the Monda Student Resource Center. In addition to professional attire, the Reid Family Career Closet is currently distributing winter gear, including coats, hats, gloves and scarves. Stop by the MSRC to browse our selection! Additionally, the MSRC is participating in Battle Against Hunger, a month-long program planned by Pay it Forward focused on raising awareness of issues related to food insecurity. All food donations made to the MSRC in the month of November will support Ohio State’s fight against the Maize and Blue Cupboard (the student food pantry at That School Up North) in this year’s Battle Against Hunger!
Many students struggle to succeed in classes because their essential needs, such as food, housing or clothing, are not met. Through the Monda Student Resource Center, the Office of Student Life works to address these issues so students can fully engage, learn and thrive. If you have any questions about the Monda Student Resource Center or are in need of connection to resources, please do not hesitate to reach out to sl-msrc@osu.edu.
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