USU's SNAC Earns National Recognition for Food Recovery Efforts

Utah State University sites use cookies. By continuing to use this site you accept our privacy and cookie policy . I agree Skip to content Business & Society Full Size × Download Close Download LOGAN, Utah — Utah State University's Student Nutrition Access Center (SNAC) and Center for Community Engagements Harvest Rescue team have been recognized as the No. 3-ranked student chapter in the nation by the nonprofit Food Recovery Network, the largest student-led movement dedicated to recovering surplus food and ending hunger in the United States. SNAC and Harvest Rescue have diverted more than 318,000 pounds of good food from entering landfills. Those efforts have provided the equivalent of more than 264,000 meals to students experiencing food insecurity while also reducing food waste across campus and Logan. According to Giselle Bandley, the Center for Community Engagement Student Leadership & Development Coordinator who oversees the Harvest Rescue team, many local gardens and fruit trees have more produce than can be picked. “USU Harvest Rescue picks surplus produce with volunteers and donates it to local organizations, including SNAC,” Bandley said. SNAC’s food donations also come through several on-campus dining locations and local bakeries and restaurants. “The biggest factor in our program's success is being part of a supportive community, both on and off campus,” said Program Coordinator Jonathon Walters. “We couldn’t do it without the support of dining services, local businesses, and our volunteers.” USU's ranking among Food Recovery Network's top student chapters highlights commitment to addressing hunger and promoting sustainability. As food insecurity continues to impact college students nationwide, SNAC and Harvest Rescue remain committed to ensuring Aggies have access to nutritious food so they can focus on their education and achieve their goals. Full Size × Download Close Download CONTACT Shelby Black Student Media Program Coordinator Division of Student Affairs shelby.black@aggiemail.usu.edu TOPICS Community 558 stories Food 221 stories SHARE Comments and questions regarding this article may be directed to the contact person listed on this page. Next Story in Business & Society The Shingo Institute has named Jacob Raymer as its next executive director, effective Sept. 15. Read the Story See Also The Utah State University Utah Women & Leadership Project has released a new research and policy brief, "How Higher Education Strengthens Individual, Family and Community Well-Being." Trending on Utah State Today Read the Story LAND & ENVIRONMENT Read the Story SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Watch the Video CAMPUS LIFE Read the Story BUSINESS & SOCIETY