COVID-19 Resources

We know this is a difficult time for the students, faculty, and staff of the University of Iowa. As you may be feeling stressed, worried, or disappointed, we as the Office of Sustainability and the Environment are here to offer support and resources that may be helpful during this time. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or comments at sustainability@uiowa.edu.

Wellness

• UI Student Wellness online resources during COVID-19
• Find campus resources at Mental Health at Iowa
• Find sustainability organizations near you that may have volunteer or learning opportunities
• Find other organizations near you that may have volunteer opportunities
• Three ways to stay calm, go green while spending time at home, Iowa Environmental Focus
• Stay connected with nature via these live nature cams

Food Security

• Learn about the Food Pantry at Iowa
• Locate your nearest Iowa Food Pantry by using the Iowa Waste Reduction Center's interactive map
• Johnson County Area Free Meal Map
• Keep produce fresh longer by storing according to the optimal storage conditions
• Public drinking water safe to drink, DNR press release

Financial

• Students may apply for financial assistance through the UI Student Life Emergency Fund
• Find information about local, state, and federal financial assistance programs

Donations

• The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are in critical need personal protective equipment (PPE).  Check their website for an up-to-date list of what is needed.
• If you are able, consider donating blood
  • DeGowin Blood Center
  • American Red Cross
• If you are able, consider donating to the UI Student Life Emergency Fund

Community Resources

• Comprehensive list from WRAC about local community resources
• UI Campus Coronavirus Updates
• COVID-19 in Iowa