The Basic Needs Resource Center (BNRC) strives to support students through support services addressing students’ basic needs, including short-term emergency aid. The BNRC team connects students with on- and off-campus resources and services in areas such as housing, food, clothing, pregnancy and parenting support and financial assistance.

Our Resources and Services

Temoc's Closet: Clothes For Comets

Temoc’s Closet, an on-campus closet for free clothing and hygiene products.

  • Menstrual access across the UT Dallas campus.
  • Support for pregnant and parenting Comets.
  • Emergency aid resources for in-need students.
  • And more!

All enrolled students including undergraduate, graduate and international students are eligible for services offered by the Basic Needs Resources Center. Pregnant and parenting resources are available to both students and university employees.

Helpful Links


AccessAbility Resource Center

In an emergency, dial 911 immediately.

In non-emergency situations, dial 972-883-2222 for UT Dallas Police.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

988 – 988 Lifeline Chat and Text connects you with caring crisis counselors for emotional support.

If you are in crisis and need to speak to a mental health professional, call UTD TALK (972-883-8255).

Check out our Resource Hub for more on and off-campus resources and services!