SNEB position paper highlights food and nutrition insecurity among college students (2023)

Action is needed to make measurable differences in food and nutrition security for collegiates. Based on the best evidence currently available, recommendations include, but are not limited to: High quality research on food insecurity assessment measures and screening tools. Ongoing national surveillance of food insecurity for college students. More rigorous research for inference on how it impacts health and other outcomes over time. Intervention for subpopulations that are consistently underserved. Improved collaboration across disciplines supporting college students. Investments to scale food assistance programs for those who need them. Improved awareness of existing resources available to students who experience food insecurity. More emphasis on the unique needs of emerging adult health.