Bonilla shared her story as well as her own views on the issue. She said the situation has worsened for students through the years, as tuition costs have risen sharply and graduate students are often burdened with paying back student debt.

“The increase in tuition has gone up so much and so fast,” Bonilla said. “And when you are out of college most of your income goes to paying off that student loan, which increases your chances of needing affordable housing even more after you graduate. So, you’re in this perpetual situation and there doesn’t seem like there’s any way out.”