Events

  • Feb 13

    From Seed to Sovereignty: Incubator Workshop for Student-Led Food & Social Change Projects

    Michigan League 5:00pm – 7:00pm

    Have you ever imagined a community pizza oven behind your residence hall? Or wanted to start your own line of tomato sauce with your grandma's recipe? The UM Sustainable Food Program (UMSFP) wants to help bring your idea to campus!

    We are excited to be hosting a two-part incubator workshop series aimed at helping students create projects that further food sovereignty movements on campus!

    UMSFP nourishes a community of students working for a food sovereign campus. One way UMSFP does this is through the Student Food Empowerment Fund, a grant for student organizations to purchase meaningful materials for events and develop long-term projects that support food sovereignty at U-M.

    Student food sovereignty is the right of students to eat, grow, build community, and experience joy with culturally relevant and sustainably and equitably produced food. UMSFP seeks to empower students to challenge and reshape campus food systems, shaped by systems of oppression, with its grants. UMSFP’s approach to food student food sovereignty emphasizes supporting student agency within the unique dynamics of a college environment, drawing inspiration from grassroots movements for food justice while seeking to build an alternative food system led by and for students.

    Join us to brainstorm some cool student-led projects (like the farm stand!), while enjoying time with other like-minded students and, of course, food!

    Registration is encouraged but not required!

  • Feb 13

    Seed to Sovereignty: UMSFP Grant Incubator Workshops

    UM Sustainable Food Program
    Michigan League – Room 4 5:00pm – 7:00pm

    February 6 & 13

    5-7pm

    Michigan League, Room D (Day 1) & 4 (Day 2)

    Free Snacks!

    This event is only open to enrolled students.

    Have you ever imagined a community pizza oven behind your residence hall? Or wanted to start your own line of tomato sauce with your grandma's recipe? The UM Sustainable Food Program (UMSFP) wants to help bring your idea to campus!

    We are excited to be hosting a two-part incubator workshop series aimed at helping students create projects that further food sovereignty movements on campus!

    UMSFP nourishes a community of students working for a food sovereign campus. One way UMSFP does this is through the Student Food Empowerment Fund, a grant for student organizations to purchase meaningful materials for events and develop long-term projects that support food sovereignty at U-M.

    Student food sovereignty is the right of students to eat, grow, build community, and experience joy with culturally relevant and sustainably and equitably produced food. UMSFP seeks to empower students to challenge and reshape campus food systems, shaped by systems of oppression, with its grants. UMSFP’s approach to food student food sovereignty emphasizes supporting student agency within the unique dynamics of a college environment, drawing inspiration from grassroots movements for food justice while seeking to build an alternative food system led by and for students.

    Join us to brainstorm some cool student-led projects (like the farm stand!), while enjoying time with other like-minded students and, of course, food!

    *Please register using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXpnBq6oT_IbYMIrD95oJ6JvDVWVpDNff3Z-fJlP1e7OCzaw/viewform?usp=sf_link

  • Feb 14

    Valentine's Day Dinner

    4:00pm – 8:00pm

    Happy Valentine's Day! Stop in the dining halls anytime on February 14th to celebrate the day of love! Whether you come by yourself, with friends, or with that special someone, the pink and red decor and themed food are sure to lift your spirits.

    This event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.

  • Feb 20

    Rooting for Change Cafe

    Weaving Workshop
    6:00pm – 8:00pm

    The U-M Sustainable Food Program (UMSFP) invites you to attend our annual Rooting for Change Event Series!

    To kick off our semester of student food-centered events, we will be hosting two Rooting for Change Cafés. These workshops are opportunities for students to come together, eat yummy food cooked by UMSFP, and learn a new skill! Below are the dates and details for our two Cafés:

    Weaving Workshop
    Thursday, February 20th, 6-8pm in Palmer Commons
    We will be using scrap fabric to weave our own placemats while enjoying a variety of dishes including tamales, braided bread, and yuca con mojo!

    Book Binding Workshop
    Thursday, March 20th, 6-8pm in Palmer Commons
    Learn how to make your own recipe book using mushroom leather and paper scraps while enjoying food from our café including stir fry, dolmas, and pie!

    Please indicate your interest in these events by filling out the registration linked on this page. Keep in mind that these events are first come first serve, so try to arrive on time! Check out our instagram (@umsustainablefood) for more information leading up to the workshops and feel free to reach out with any questions to [email protected]

  • Feb 24

    Behind the Zines

    UM Sustainable Food Program
    Betsy Barbour House – Maize and Blue Cupboard Food Lab 5:00pm – 6:00pm

    The Underground is a paper-only student publication focusing on advancing food justice through art and community. Join the editorial board of The Underground, Behind the Zines, to create & compile art which will be featured in the 8th edition of the zine! No artistic or food justice experience needed, come learn alongside us as we build community and create! We meet biweekly on Mondays, starting February 10, from 5-6pm in the Maize & Blue Cupboard's Food Lab, located in the basement of Betsy Barbour residence hall and accessed via Maynard St. If you have any questions, reach out to the zine's editor at [email protected] or to UMSFP staff at [email protected].

  • Mar 4

    Mardi Gras Dinner

    4:00pm – 8:00pm

    It’s Mardi Gras! The dining halls will have an amazing dinner menu to celebrate this event!

    This event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.

  • Mar 10

    Behind the Zines

    UM Sustainable Food Program
    Betsy Barbour House – Maize and Blue Cupboard Food Lab 5:00pm – 6:00pm

    The Underground is a paper-only student publication focusing on advancing food justice through art and community. Join the editorial board of The Underground, Behind the Zines, to create & compile art which will be featured in the 8th edition of the zine! No artistic or food justice experience needed, come learn alongside us as we build community and create! We meet biweekly on Mondays, starting February 10, from 5-6pm in the Maize & Blue Cupboard's Food Lab, located in the basement of Betsy Barbour residence hall and accessed via Maynard St. If you have any questions, reach out to the zine's editor at [email protected] or to UMSFP staff at [email protected].

  • Mar 14

    Pi Day

    10:00am – 8:00pm

    Pi day is almost here! On 3/14, assorted pies will be served at dining halls throughout the day as a way to celebrate this iconic number.

    This event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.

  • Mar 17

    St. Patrick's Day Dinner

    4:00pm – 8:00pm

    This March 17th, stop by any of the dining halls for a St. Patty’s Day feast, complete with festive decor and Irish-inspired cuisine!

    This event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.

  • Mar 24

    Behind the Zines

    UM Sustainable Food Program
    Betsy Barbour House – Maize and Blue Cupboard Food Lab 5:00pm – 6:00pm

    The Underground is a paper-only student publication focusing on advancing food justice through art and community. Join the editorial board of The Underground, Behind the Zines, to create & compile art which will be featured in the 8th edition of the zine! No artistic or food justice experience needed, come learn alongside us as we build community and create! We meet biweekly on Mondays, starting February 10, from 5-6pm in the Maize & Blue Cupboard's Food Lab, located in the basement of Betsy Barbour residence hall and accessed via Maynard St. If you have any questions, reach out to the zine's editor at [email protected] or to UMSFP staff at [email protected].

  • Apr 4

    Opening Day

    10:00am – 4:00pm

    Calling all baseball fans! Opening day is coming up, and MDining could not be more excited. Visit the dining halls during lunch for some ballpark favorites, including a hot dog cart! This event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.

  • Apr 17

    Finale Dinner

    4:00pm – 8:00pm

    The end of the year is near! To celebrate the work that our amazing team has done this year, stop by any of the dining halls for dinner. Desserts and entrees will be carefully chosen to highlight all the talent of our chefs, so it is sure to be an exquisite meal.

    This event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.