Nutrition Lounge
For questions or more information, please contact our staff
- Dr. Ina A. Ramos, Nutrition Lounge AmeriCorps VISTA Supervisor
iramos@bowiestate.edu - Shanelle O'Connor, Nutrition Lounge Coordinator
soconnor@bowiestate.edu - Asia Fortune, Nutrition Lounge AmeriCorps VISTA Member
afashinafortune@bowiestate.edu
Connect with us online
nutritionlounge@bowiestate.edu
Visit us in person
- Hours: Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location: Thurgood Marshall Library, ground floor near the front entrance elevator
- Capital Area Food Bank
- Food Lion
- HBCU Food Pantry Network*
- Maryland SNAP-Ed*
- Greater Mount Nebo AME Church*
- Zion Church*
- AmeriCorps VISTA*
- Jack and Jill of America - Greater Suburban Maryland Chapter Associate Jewels*
- Project Success*
- Transform Mid Atlantic*
*Active Partners
Established in 2019 with a donation from Food Lion Feeds, the Bowie State University Nutrition Lounge provides a place for students to relax, study and have a place to access and enjoy free healthy foods.
The university is committed to providing students with wraparound support to empower them to reach their full potential through academic success and personal well-being. The innovative Nutrition Lounge provides a place for students to gather between classes for healthy snacks and tips on healthy eating.
The Bowie State Nutrition Lounge works with partner organizations to ensure the lounge is stocked regularly and abides by strict food safety standards.
Donate Items
Bowie State welcomes donations of non-perishable foods and personal care items. See the list below for the types of items we need.
Non-Perishable Food
- Rice/rice mixes
- Dry noodles
- Oatmeal/hot cereal mixes
- Granola bars
- Canned tuna
- Pasta and grains
- Canned food except vegetables
- Drinks
- Snacks
Personal Care
- Feminine hygiene products
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Hand soap
- Detergent
- Razors/shaving cream
- Deodorant
- Toothpaste/toothbrush
- Body wash
- Lotion
- Floss
- Tide pods
Other Resources