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Hunger In College Is No Laughing Matter

What happens when students don't even have enough to eat ramen noodles.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — It's almost seen as a right of passage. College students run out of money and have to eat those struggle meals.
Snacks like popcorn, mac and cheese, and you can't forget the ramen noodles.

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But the situation is much worse for some. A recent study followed 86,000 college students across 24 states. They found that 45% are food insecure, meaning they have limited access to food. Now, some colleges are adapting to the problem.

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Hundreds of food banks have opened at colleges and universities across the country. Our local universities are included. NCA&T has the AggieSource food pantry. It's available to all registered students. Click here for more information.

UNCG offers a similar program. It's the "Partners Assisting The Homeless And Hungry Spartan Program" or PATHS. Click here for more information.

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