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Student Affairs NOW

COVID-19, Racial Inequity, and Basic Needs Insecurity

Dec 13, 2023
Dr. Frank Harris, III, Rjaa Ahmed, and Bryce McKibben discuss racial inequities and basic needs insecurity among college students during COVID-19. They emphasize the need for higher education reform, supporting students through advocacy, and creating an inclusive environment. They also discuss concerns about racism, transphobia, homophobia, and the importance of ongoing data collection for policy decisions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Black and indigenous students face alarming rates of food and housing insecurity, as well as high rates of mental illness, highlighting the urgent need for campus leaders and policymakers to address these inequities and make higher education more accessible and supportive for all students.
  • Campus leaders should center student voices and involve them in decision-making processes to inform institutional policy and support services, while also prioritizing student well-being and simplifying the process of accessing essential supports.

Deep dives

Racial inequities in student basic needs highlighted in new report

A recent report from the Hope Center sheds light on the persistent racial inequities in the basic needs and security of college students, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The report, based on a survey of almost 200,000 college students and focus groups, reveals that black and indigenous students face alarming rates of food and housing insecurity, as well as high rates of mental illness. The data also show that students of color, especially women, face intersecting challenges that hinder their ability to succeed in college. The report emphasizes the need for campus leaders and policymakers to take decisive actions to address these inequities and make higher education more accessible and supportive for all students.

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