Snacks for Scholars is a semesterly event that began in the fall of 2021. It is held on campus for two days each semester shortly before finals -- one day on the Academic Walk on the "lower" half of campus, and one day on Scholars Lane, near the library. During those days, all UC Merced students from first year students to graduate students are invited to stop by and grab a snack on their way to study for finals! They will find a wide variety from fresh fruit to salty snacks to heatable treats like popcorn, varying each day.
On December 10 and 11, 2024, we fed approximately 1400 students over the two days and provided donated toothbrushes and toothpaste to boot! UFC members are invited to volunteer for this event each semester. Come interact with the wonderful UC Merced students! Our next Snacks for Scholars will be Tuesday and Wednesday, May 6 and 7, 2025. Email cluna@ucmerced.edu if you are interested. If you are a UC Merced student and would like information about UFC scholarships and awards, click here.
