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Collier Library will be hosting a canned food drive from Nov. 8 to

Dec. 9 to benefit local families in need. Students who have

accumulated fines for overdue materials can have their fines waived

if they donate food items at the circulation desk. 

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 Each food item donated will eliminate one fine, regardless of the

amount. Credit only applies to fines accumulated during the current

semester. Fees for lost materials are not included.

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 The library will accept any non-perishable items, including, but

not limited to soups, canned vegetables, pastas and rice. This is

the first year the library has hosted a food drive.

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 “Our goal is to get at least 100 cans,” said Emily Patterson,

library technical assistant. “We want to focus on Thanksgiving and

holiday foods.”

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 Delinquent fines in the amount of several dollars can potentially

cause students’ records to be put on academic hold, prohibiting

them from registering for classes and accessing other university

services. The drive is a great chance for students who have

accumulated fines that high to clear their charges in a

cost-effective, mutually beneficial way. 

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 “You can help local families, help the library and help yourself,”

said Technical Assistant Grace Simpson. “It’s a win-win

situation.”