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Food security as a basic need: College students need greater support from institutional administration
Matthew J Landry1, Mateja R Savoie-Roskos2, Virginia Gray3
1Department of Population Health and Disease Prevention, Program in Public Health, University of California, Irvine, Irvine, California, USA.
Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|March 28, 2024
Summary
Food insecurity impacts college students' well-being and academic success. Universities must implement programs and advocate for policies to ensure student food security.
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.
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