Voices of Student Success podcast: Addressing student basic needs crisis
Briefly

Rising costs of living and increasing student housing rates have placed an overwhelming strain on students, with many facing basic needs insecurity that jeopardizes their college experience.
A lack of essential resources like food, housing, and clothing significantly affects student retention, as financial strains are leading factors in students' decisions to leave college.
The University of Houston created the Center for Student Advocacy and Community to combat issues of basic needs insecurity, ensuring students have access to vital resources for their success.
The collaboration within the Center aims not just to provide immediate assistance, but also to address systemic issues leading to basic needs insecurity among the student body.
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