Members of the Student Veterans Organization (SVO) at 麻豆传媒 are banding together to help the Hurricane Harvey relief effort in the Houston area.
A collection point for survivors and first responders is being set up in the Student Military and Veteran Center in Grace Wilkie Hall, Room 105.
The is communicating with the local region liaison from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regarding what is needed.
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At this time, nonperishable food items 鈥� excluding water bottles 鈥� are being requested.
Needs may change as time goes on. Go to for updated information.
The Student Government Association has offered to use the free student food and supply locker, also located in Grace Wilkie Hall, as overflow.
Go to to find Grace Wilkie and see where to park. The center is open 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday.
If you have questions, call 316-978-3856 or send a message via the Facebook event.
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