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Area of Science:

  • Higher Education
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Food insecurity is a growing concern among college students, exacerbated by changing student demographics.
  • This issue disproportionately affects first-generation, nontraditional, and minority students.
  • Unmet food needs negatively impact student well-being and academic outcomes, including degree completion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical role of university administrators in addressing student food insecurity.
  • To advocate for the development and sustainability of campus food security initiatives.
  • To identify actionable steps for institutional support and policy advocacy.

Main Methods:

  • This is a viewpoint article, not an empirical study.
  • It synthesizes existing knowledge and expert opinion on college student food insecurity.
  • It proposes administrative and policy-level strategies.

Main Results:

  • Food security is an essential basic need for college students.
  • Lack of food security increases the risk of poor academic performance and attrition.
  • Institutional commitment is crucial for effective food security programs.

Conclusions:

  • Universities must prioritize and resource food security initiatives.
  • Administrators should foster equitable campus cultures and advocate for supportive policies.
  • Addressing food insecurity is vital for student success and educational equity.