Department of Educational Administration
ORCID IDs
Crystal Eufemia Garcia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6572-0541
Date of this Version
9-4-2022
Citation
Garcia, C. E. (2022). Conversations about food insecurity: Examining college campus climates. Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice. Online first publication. doi: 10.1177/15210251221124244
Abstract
This qualitative critical narrative inquiry study explored the experiences of 19 students within four universities in a single Southern state that used campus food aid resources such as a food pantry. Using Hurtado et al.’s Multicontextual Model for Diverse Learning Environments (MMDLE), this paper sheds light on how participants discussed the campus climate for students experiencing food insecurity within their respective campuses. Findings unpack students’ reflections on a lack of awareness and discussion about food insecurity and food aid resources within the campus community, the role that stigmas played in participants’ perceptions and use of campus food aid resources, and doubts they had in accessing these resources. Implications for practice and future research are discussed.
Comments
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