
CMU News
As food insecurity continues to rise across Isabella County, Central Michigan University’s Social Work Program is stepping forward with a clear message: hunger is not just a community issue—it’s a campus issue, too. Through collaborative teaching, student engagement, and partnerships with local agencies, CMU social work faculty and students are leading efforts to strengthen food access, raise awareness, and support local families affected by the recent pause in SNAP benefits. Above: Social Work faculty member Valerie Austin speaks to community members