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Feb
13
From Seed to Sovereignty: Incubator Workshop for Student-Led Food & Social Change Projects
Michigan League 5:00pm – 7:00pmHave 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!
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Feb
13
Seed to Sovereignty: UMSFP Grant Incubator Workshops
UM Sustainable Food Program
Michigan League – Room 4 5:00pm – 7:00pmFebruary 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
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Feb
14
Valentine's Day Dinner
4:00pm – 8:00pmHappy 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.
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Feb
20
Rooting for Change Cafe
Weaving Workshop
6:00pm – 8:00pmThe 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]
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Feb
24
Behind the Zines
UM Sustainable Food Program
Betsy Barbour House – Maize and Blue Cupboard Food Lab 5:00pm – 6:00pmThe 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].
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Mar
4
Mardi Gras Dinner
4:00pm – 8:00pmIt’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.
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Mar
10
Behind the Zines
UM Sustainable Food Program
Betsy Barbour House – Maize and Blue Cupboard Food Lab 5:00pm – 6:00pmThe 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].
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Mar
14
Pi Day
10:00am – 8:00pmPi 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.
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Mar
17
St. Patrick's Day Dinner
4:00pm – 8:00pmThis 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.
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Mar
24
Behind the Zines
UM Sustainable Food Program
Betsy Barbour House – Maize and Blue Cupboard Food Lab 5:00pm – 6:00pmThe 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].
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Apr
4
Opening Day
10:00am – 4:00pmCalling 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.
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Apr
17
Finale Dinner
4:00pm – 8:00pmThe 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.