 Many people across the state experience barriers to meeting basic needs. Due to a history of marginalization, some populations have less access to resources necessary for meeting such needs. As a result, access to food, housing, transportation, health care, and dependent care are barriers that many WTCS students face. Students who experience barriers to meeting their basic needs often report lower energy levels. Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Such barriers also affect the students' ability to achieve academically and reach their career goals. Many colleges have resources to address these needs. For example, colleges may provide bus passes or shuttles, campus food pantries, and health care clinics, and support for students applying for public benefits or emergency assistance. As the people who interact with students most regularly, faculty play an important role in helping students access these important resources when needed. Use the following strategies to make a difference for your students. Educate yourself about barriers students face in your community. Know the campus and community resources available to your students. Integrate resources into your class. For example, some WTCS faculty include information in their syllabi. Share flyers, make announcements, and invite student services or community resource providers to talk to their class. Build flexibility into your course policies to support a variety of student needs. Check in with students individually when you have concerns and connect them to relevant resources. By addressing these barriers, faculty can help students stay healthy and achieve their academic goals and objectives. Now more than ever, it is crucial for each WTCS employee to understand resources and be able to share them with students when they need them. Are you aware of all the resources available in your community and on your campus?