Physical Health - IHE

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Higher Education

Physical health at institutions of higher education (IHEs) refers to the physical well-being of members of the campus community. Campus environments that enhance college student learning require attention to the physical health and safety needs of the entire IHE community. Research demonstrates that academic achievement improves on campuses where students are physically healthy and feel safe.

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New Federal Data Confirm That College Students Face Significant—and Unacceptable—Basic Needs Insecurity

For the first time in its 36-year history, the federal government released data on students experiencing food insecurity and homelessness as part of the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS). As a result, the 2019-20 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS:20) contains the first nationally representative data on food insecurity and homelessness among undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in postsecondary education in the United States. The newly released statistics confirm that colleges and universities of all types serve undergraduate and graduate students

Food Insecurity in Tennessee Higher Education

This report explores food insecurity across public institutions of higher education in Tennessee and the strategies and interventions used to mitigate student hunger on their campuses. To produce this report, THEC conducted a comprehensive literature review; convened a statewide meeting of practitioners, researchers, and policy advocates on food insecurity in higher education; and surveyed campus administrators across the state on current initiatives.

Menstrual Products Facts

This brief highlights the equity issues and potential negative consequences related to a lack of access to menstrual products at U.S. institutions of higher education (IHEs). It also describes promising strategies and practices that IHEs can implement to increase access to menstrual products.

Black title page stating Engaging Men Part 2: Measuring Attitudes and Behaviors

Presents information on how to engage male identifying college students in sexual assault prevention on campus.

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