Roughly 35% of Madison College students are food insecure. The Cupboard is working hard to address that need. The Truax Campus Food Pantry is located in the Health Education Building Room 122 and is open to all students with a valid OneCard who are currently enrolled in at least one degree credit course. The food pantry is well-stocked with non-perishable items bought through Second Harvest. Students enrolled in Scholars of Promise and the Madison College baseball team have all volunteered at the Cupboard. Occupational Therapy Students do meal preps, educate students on healthy eating and develop recipes. Since its opening in September, more than 300 students have visited the Cupboard!
The Cupboard Hours are:
Tuesdays from noon – 2 p.m.
Wednesdays from 9 – 11 a.m.
Melinda Gustafson Gervasi
A Madison native, Attorney Melinda Gustafson Gervasi resides on the west side of Madison with her husband and two children. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, a Masters of Public Administration from the University of Southern California, and a Law Degree from The University of Wisconsin Law School. Melinda, founded Gustafson Gervasi Law Office, LLC in 2005. Her current practice focuses on estate planning and probate. Melinda is author of the book Middle Class Philanthropist: How Anyone Can Leave a Legacy, and was released in 2013. The Madison College Foundation welcomes her!
Deb Lange
Deb holds a Juris Degree from Marquette University, a Masters Degree from Northwestern University and a Doctorate from Marquette University. Previously, Deb was Senior Counsel in Intellectual Property at Foley & Lardner LLP. Deb currently runs Lange Consulting where she advises firms and nonprofits on business strategy, business/resource development and operations. Welcome Deb!
Tim O’Brien
Tim is a retired Colonel for the Wisconsin Air National Guard and United States Air Force where he flew F-16 and A-10 fighter jets. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Notre Dame, a Master of Arts from Webster University and Master of Business Administration from University of Chicago. Tim is a Principal and the Director of Research for SVA Wealth Management. He provides ongoing comprehensive wealth management strategies and financial guidance. In addition, Tim serves as the President of the Village of Maple Bluff. Welcome Tim!