Magister's Fund
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The Magister's Fund is a way for Will Ricers to privately request financial assistance for any matters related to
their social lives and wellbeing while at Rice. It is managed by the Magisters.
Examples of what to use the Magister's fund for:
- Merchandise items, like sweatshirts
- Dinner with friends
- Travel assistance, such as bus or plane tickets
Access & Opportunity Portal
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The Access & Opportunity Portal (AOP) supports students with any purchases related to academics while at Rice. It is
a campus-wide source of support and should not be used for any emergencies (see the Emergency fund below). Examples
of what to use the AOP's fund for:
- Textbooks for a class
- Application fees for graduate or medical school
- Laptop repairs
Emergency Funding
Access AOP emergency funding here and access Rice Mutual Aid here
Emergency funding is available for students needing immediate financial assistance for urgent matters. There are two types
of emergency funding: the AOP emergency funding and Rice Mutual Aid. AOP emergency funding is made
directly to the Dean of Undergraduates office after confirming that other methods of support are not the best choices.
Examples of what to use AOP emergency funding for:
- Rent needed immediately
- Medical fees
The Pantry
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Although not a financial resource, the SSI's pantry is open to anyone experiencing food and/or hygiene insecurity at Rice. It is
open 9-5 pm on every weekday, available for walk-ins. Visit the cloisters in the RMC to receive a variety of food, such as
soup, cereal, and pasta, as well as hygiene products like toothpaste and menstrual products.