University students experience high rates of food insecurity
A recent survey found that 66% of students, faculty, and staff at schools in New Mexico experienced basic needs insecurity, including 52% who were food insecure. The University of New Mexico and other institutions are working to address the issue through food pantries and other initiatives.
Many college students, faculty, and staff in the US face food insecurity. A 2023 survey in New Mexico found 52% of respondents were food insecure. The University of New Mexico is addressing the issue. Food pantries are being set up on campuses. The UNM Basic Needs Project is working to reduce basic needs insecurity. The project found that 58% of students and 36% of faculty and staff were food insecure. Many experienced disruptions in eating patterns. Institutions are working together to provide support.
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