Beyond the “Freshman 15”: Understanding Weight Gain in Hispanic First-Year Students
Journal of Hispanic Higher Education
Published online on May 19, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Hispanic Higher Education, Ahead of Print.
The transition to college is a critical period for Hispanic students, often accompanied by disrupted health habits and the risk of the “freshman 15.” Using data from students at a Hispanic-Serving Institution, this study investigated factors associated ...
The transition to college is a critical period for Hispanic students, often accompanied by disrupted health habits and the risk of the “freshman 15.” Using data from students at a Hispanic-Serving Institution, this study investigated factors associated ...