Stephanie Brescia

Stephanie Brescia is an Assistant Professor of Practice and Program Coordinator for the College Student Affairs Ed.M. Dr. Brescia’s research focuses on using data and assessment to not only understand basic needs insecurity among college students, but to develop and evaluate innovative approaches aimed at alleviating student food and housing insecurity. Her work has been used to influence policy, practice, and the creation of equitable and lasting solutions to address student hunger. Prior to joining Rutgers, she worked as a Research Project Manager for the Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice where she studied student basic needs insecurity at the national level. She received her Ph.D. in Higher Education from Rutgers University, her Ed.M. in College Student Affairs from Rutgers University, and a B.A in Psychology and Italian from Villanova University.