Accessibility of Resources for Food Acquisition and Preparation among International Students at USU
Class
Article
Graduation Year
2017
College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
Sociology, Social Work & Anthropology Department
Faculty Mentor
Michelle Grocke
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Abstract
International students at Utah State University come from a variety of different countries such as China, the Dominican Republic, and India. Attending school in a different country requires adjustments in every aspect of life. While learning English and finding buildings on campus may top the list of priorities for international students, dietary adjustments require just as much planning and practice. In this study, we examine the dietary habits of USU international students in order to assess the level of access they have to resources needed to obtain and consume food. With this data, collected using free listing and pile sorts, we identify if students have access to resources they consider especially important. We also provide four case studies of how students from various countries have adapted to the food culture of Cache Valley.Through this research, we hope to help USU programs to better address the needs of the international community, as well as help international students to feel more comfortable during their time at Utah State.
Location
North Atrium
Start Date
4-13-2017 1:30 PM
End Date
4-13-2017 2:45 PM
Accessibility of Resources for Food Acquisition and Preparation among International Students at USU
North Atrium
International students at Utah State University come from a variety of different countries such as China, the Dominican Republic, and India. Attending school in a different country requires adjustments in every aspect of life. While learning English and finding buildings on campus may top the list of priorities for international students, dietary adjustments require just as much planning and practice. In this study, we examine the dietary habits of USU international students in order to assess the level of access they have to resources needed to obtain and consume food. With this data, collected using free listing and pile sorts, we identify if students have access to resources they consider especially important. We also provide four case studies of how students from various countries have adapted to the food culture of Cache Valley.Through this research, we hope to help USU programs to better address the needs of the international community, as well as help international students to feel more comfortable during their time at Utah State.