1 in 5 college students face food insecurity: Two Connecticut students tell their story

Where We Live · Jul 1, 2025 · 48m

Nearly 4 million college students have experienced food insecurity.

Here in Connecticut, several colleges have food pantries and programs working to address food insecurity on campus.

But addressing this issue goes beyond giving out canned goods. It’s about giving students access to quality foods, and addressing the root causes of food insecurity.

Today, we hear from students and those working build better food security in higher education.

GUESTS:

Nelly Birmingham: undergraduate student at Southern Connecticut State University

Rakeria Thomas: graduate student at Southern Connecticut…