The Campus Life Discretionary Fund enables the vice president to support student and staff initiatives not provided for by the annual budget and to meet unanticipated equipment, facility, and program needs.

The fund also assists students who have short term financial needs of up to $100. Loan repayment is expected in 2-4 weeks. Loans are available to any full time AU student whose request is endorsed by a Campus Life staff member. Typical requests are for assistance in paying for books or food until a deposit clears an account or a paycheck is received.