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Resources

Resources & Services

While some of the resources we offer in partnership with other offices/groups are open to all students, other services available through Breaking Barriers are primarily for students registered with our program.

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Laptop Loaner Program

Students may request to check-out a laptop for more than 1 week by having either the Dean for Student Support & Belonging or your Advising Dean submit a request to the library on their behalf. This resource is available to all students.

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Calculator Loaner Program

Students may request to check-out a scientific calculator for at most one full academic year and expected to return the calculator before leaving for winter or summer break. If you need a calculator for an additional semester, you will be asked to complete another Request Form at the start of the new semester.

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Meal Pass Request

Meal passes to Bryn Mawr's Dining Halls are offered to Bryn Mawr students who are not part of the unlimited meal plan.

Regardless of whether you are enrolled in a partial meal plan or no meal plan at all, we understand that there may be moments when you may find yourself either low on meals and/or funds. That said, this service is meant to be utilized on an on occasion basis.

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Storage Transportation Service

Round-trip transportation to storage facilities during campus move-in and move-out are offered to students who are unable to set up their own accommodations due to affordability and/or access. Additionally, students are encouraged to attend one of our Storage Workshops held during the spring semester.

Image of student helping transport storage boxes to campus

Storage Boxes

In partnership with Bryn Mawr's Student Government Association, we are excited to offer students free storage boxes to store their belongings in time for move-out. Students are granted at most 6 medium-sized 21 in. L x 15 in. W x 16 in. D cardboard boxes by Home Depot. This resource is available to all students.

This photo features our Student Government Association President Ananya Hindocha'23 assisting with delivering storage boxes to campus to distribute to students!

image of Dean Leslie Castrejon with students managing the Dorm Essentials Pick-Up for first-year students

Dorm Essentials Request

Primarily for first-year students who need dorm materials for personal use. All items available through this service have been generously donated from current students as well as students who recently graduated from Bryn Mawr College. Items are thoroughly washed and stored in sealed vacuum storage bags.

Where to Go to Find Help

The deans help students to navigate resources and access emergency funds. If students have a brief question that any dean can answer or a time-sensitive issue that requires a quick reply, there is a walk-in hour every day of the week from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Dean's Student Assistance Fund

Through the support of a generous donor and the College's commitment, funds are available to support students who are experiencing financial hardship due to an unanticipated event or emergency. Learn more.

Visit Undergraduate Dean's Office

The Impact Center, home of Breaking Barriers, implements programs and activities that address issues of diversity, power, and privilege, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, country of origin, class, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and disability to improve the campus climate and enhance community life at Bryn Mawr College.

Family Weekend Alternatives

Special events for those whose families are unable to attend in person. Past examples have included a virtual family photo shoot.

Visit The Impact Center

The Career & Civic Engagement Center serves as the hub for professional skills development. Students expand their horizons while engaging with their communities, building on academic experiences through experiential learning, fieldwork, and volunteering. Alumnae/i, as well as students, benefit from support and expertise in the areas of career planning and professional development.

Some of the resources offered through Career & Civic include:

Career & Civic Engagement's Student Funding & Resources: Funding and information available for students seeking internships, research, graduate school test materials, and more. Learn more.

Career Closet: Professional attire for students to borrow for upcoming interviews, conferences, internships, etc.

Visit the Career & Civic Engagement Center

Through quality integrated wellness services and programs, the Health and Wellness Center (HWC) provides holistic health and wellness care that is student-centered and encompasses every aspect of the human experience - mind, body, spirit, and community.

Wellness Center Hours

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-2pm

Medical Services - Students can access services in-person or by appointment. Please call 610-526-7360 to schedule an appointment.
Counseling Services - Students can access services through the Patient Portal (click on the "Appts" tab in the portal).

Visit The Health & Wellness Center

Bryn Mawr approaches global learning with a commitment to integrating study, action and reflection. Bryn Mawr’s curriculum and community — inside and outside of the classroom — seek to engage with the complexity, specificity and interdependence of global experience.

The Passport Fund

This funding is in the form of a fellowship and can be used to fund U.S. passport applications only. Students applying for a U.S. passport for the first-time or renewing their U.S. passport may apply. Learn more.

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