The Intersection of Food Access and Quality of Life among College of Agriculture Students: 'I Eat Less Because I Do Not Have Consistent Access to Food, and This Decreases My Quality of Life'
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| Title: | The Intersection of Food Access and Quality of Life among College of Agriculture Students: 'I Eat Less Because I Do Not Have Consistent Access to Food, and This Decreases My Quality of Life' |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Lana Petrie, Rick Rudd, Sarah Misyak, Karen Eley Sanders, Van Crowder |
| Source: | NACTA Journal. 2025 69:151-163. |
| Availability: | North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture. 1014 6th Avenue, Huntington, WV 25701. Tel: 208-957-7001; e-mail: support@nacta.org; Web site: https://nactateachers.org/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 13 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Agricultural Colleges, College Students, Quality of Life, Food, Hunger |
| Geographic Terms: | Virginia |
| ISSN: | 0149-4910 |
| Abstract: | Food access is a multidimensional issue that involves various factors such as accessibility, availability, affordability, and awareness. Inadequate access to food can significantly impact one's Quality of Life (QoL), especially for college students who face unique challenges. This qualitative study aimed to explore the influence of food access factors on the QoL of college students, with a specific focus on individuals in the College of Agriculture at Virginia Tech. The study revealed that some students were unaware of the available resources and programs. Furthermore, physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and environmental factors impacted food access and perceived QoL. The findings of this study provide valuable insights that can help inform initiatives to support college students experiencing food access problems and promote a more equitable food access system within higher education. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1486733 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Food access is a multidimensional issue that involves various factors such as accessibility, availability, affordability, and awareness. Inadequate access to food can significantly impact one's Quality of Life (QoL), especially for college students who face unique challenges. This qualitative study aimed to explore the influence of food access factors on the QoL of college students, with a specific focus on individuals in the College of Agriculture at Virginia Tech. The study revealed that some students were unaware of the available resources and programs. Furthermore, physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and environmental factors impacted food access and perceived QoL. The findings of this study provide valuable insights that can help inform initiatives to support college students experiencing food access problems and promote a more equitable food access system within higher education. |
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| ISSN: | 0149-4910 |
