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For South Carolina Public Radio, I'm Dr. Rénard Harris from the College of Charleston. This is Teachable Moments, a minute of education for students and parents.
Food insecurity among students of all ages is rising. However, school meal programs face significant funding issues with the national public-school meal debt reaching $176 million annually.
Despite the costs, studies show that school meal programs play a crucial role in supporting students’ well-being and academic success.
To address food insecurity in higher education, nonprofit programs like the Cougar Pantry at the College of Charleston offer complete meals, to-go snacks, breakfast, college staples and household supplies, free of charge to students in need. Providing students of all ages with access to free, nutritious meals benefits society as a whole.
For the College of Charleston, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris.
