CDS86
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This is going to be a touchy subject, but I'm interested in getting the opinion of some of the board members regarding college students/student athletes using food stamps.
I have read on various twitter accounts (specifically those of some UC student athletes) about how some are making use of food stamps to supplement their income. Should a student athlete receiving upwards of a $40,000 per year scholarship be eligible for food stamps? I was under the impression (could be mistaken here) that they receive a monthly stipend for food/rent if they live off campus, and have memberships to the campus' dining facilities.
When I was in undergrad, I was fortunate enough to have two years of meal plan paid for. The last 2.5 years I paid for food/tuition/rent etc. via multiple jobs, coaching and student loans. I think you can figure out where I side on the issue.
Google "college students and food stamps" for some information on the general student population using food stamps; my question is more in regards to student athletes I suppose.
Anyway, your thoughts? I'm not trying to stir the pot here, I just thought it was an interesting topic.
I have read on various twitter accounts (specifically those of some UC student athletes) about how some are making use of food stamps to supplement their income. Should a student athlete receiving upwards of a $40,000 per year scholarship be eligible for food stamps? I was under the impression (could be mistaken here) that they receive a monthly stipend for food/rent if they live off campus, and have memberships to the campus' dining facilities.
When I was in undergrad, I was fortunate enough to have two years of meal plan paid for. The last 2.5 years I paid for food/tuition/rent etc. via multiple jobs, coaching and student loans. I think you can figure out where I side on the issue.
Google "college students and food stamps" for some information on the general student population using food stamps; my question is more in regards to student athletes I suppose.
Anyway, your thoughts? I'm not trying to stir the pot here, I just thought it was an interesting topic.