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• Monday - 10/11

  IFAS Food Systems Institute Event | FSI SNAP Challenge

  • Virtual Event
  • Take the SNAP Challenge living on $4/day (Florida) or $2/day (global) to experience poverty. SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and aims to help low-income people buy nutritious food. You can share your experience on Thursday! #SNAPChallenge
  • Resources: Meal Planning, Shopping, and Budgeting | SNAP-Ed Recipes
  • Full Event Schedule

  Food Week Kick Off Celebration

  • North Lawn at Marston | 9:30AM - 1PM
  • Visit the Food Week 2021 information booth on the North Lawn @ Marston to learn about planned activities.  Join the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department and Student Organization in a week long event of food-related demonstrations, research, community service, and food.
  • FREE promotional items when you sign up for the scavenger hunt.

  FREE Coffee Bar and Roasting Demonstrations

  • Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN Bldg #475) | 9AM - 12PM
  • What better than FREE morning COFFEE  to start your day!  Stop by the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department (FSN Bldg #475 on the campus map) to explore the science of coffee roasting while sampling your choice of light and dark roast options.  Share your taste preferences in our sensory analysis and review real time data of the people's choice.

• Tuesday - 10/12

  IFAS Food Systems Institute Event | FSI Poverty Simulation

  • Virtual Event
  • Unfortunately, poverty is a real issue faced by many, locally and globally. It is difficult to understand the issues associated with poverty if you have never experienced it. We encourage all participants to use the SPENT poverty simulator at http://playspent.org to gain a better understanding of the harsh realities of poverty. You can share your experiences via social media on Thursday! #PlaySpent
  • Full Event Schedule

  FREE Coffee Bar

  • Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN Bldg #475) | 8:30AM - 11AM
  • What better than FREE morning COFFEE  to start your day! Stop by the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department (FSN Bldg #475 on the campus map) to explore the science of coffee roasting while sampling your choice of light and dark roast options. Share your taste preferences in our sensory analysis and review real time data of the people's choice.

  FREE Samples - Taste Panel

  • Aquatic Food Product Building #120 | 10AM - 2:30PM
  • Visit the Food Science Sensory Panel and try FREE food samples while learning the importance of sensory analysis in the food production and distribution process.

  FREE Samples - Kombucha 

  • North Lawn at Marston | 11:30AM - 2PM
  • Learn the science involved in creating kombucha, a fermented and sweetened tea. Enjoy FREE samples, share your taste preferences in our sensory analysis and review real time data of the people’s choices. 

• Wednesday - 10/13

  IFAS Food Systems Institute Event | FSI Hidden Hunger Event

  • Reitz Union Room G-310/Virtual | 9AM - 10:30AM
  • Today the focus will be on local to global hunger, obvious and hidden, along with the Food System Institute's efforts to address and reduce these problems. The event will take place 9-10:30am in Room G-310 at the Reitz Union. Speakers: Karla Shelnutt, Dina Liebowitz, Juan Andrade, Sarah McKune.
  • Presentation recordings available here (first week of October)
  • Full Event Schedule

  FREE Samples - Gator Bubbly Beverage 

  • Reitz Union Breezeway | 9AM - 2PM
  • Join us at the Reitz Union Breezeway for a FREE refreshing drink developed in the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department:  Beverage Research Unit. Share your taste preferences in our sensory analysis and review real time data of the people's choice.

  UF Majors & Minors Fair 

  • Reitz Union - Career Connections Center | 9AM - 2PM
  • Meet us at the UF Majors & Minors fair in the Reitz Union to speak with a department adviser about your future academic and professional opportunities in Dietetics, Food Science, or Nutritional Sciences.

  Ask a Dietitian Nutritionist - Panel Discussion 

  • Reitz Union Room G310 | 11:45AM - 12:35PM
  • AVAILABLE ON CAMPUS! What is a Dietitian Nutritionist?  Join the panel discussion to learn how these health professionals provide specialized dietary guidance and what services are provided on campus. Topics will include: nutrition services offered on campus, pathways into dietetics, body image, popular/fad diets, social media (influencers/health coaches vs dietitians), healthful eating on campus, nutrition and preventative health. Questions will be strongly encouraged!

  Research Chefs Association - Student Association

       

  • Reitz Union Breezeway | 9AM - 2PM
  • Stop by the RCA Information Booth to learn more about their Student Association and Career Options.
  • The Research Chefs Association has made its name as the premier source of culinary and technical information for the food industry, with members ranging from award-winning chefs to acclaimed food scientists. The common denominator lies within their mission: mold the future of food research and development. The RCA aims to bridge the gap between food science and the culinary arts to expand the realm of product innovation. To facilitate this movement, the organization offers numerous opportunities for students to network with industry professionals, receive mentorship, earn scholarships, and collaborate with like-minded individuals from around the world.

• Thursday - 10/14

  IFAS Food Systems Institute Event | FSI Share SNAP Challenge And Poverty Simulation Experiences

  • Virtual Activity 
  • Today is the day to share experiences taking the SNAP Challenge and the Poverty Simulator. These experiences can be shared on TikTok and social media via video, images and text using hashtag #GatorsGiveandServe2021
  • Full Event Schedule 

  FREE Coffee Bar

  • Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN Bldg #475) | 8:30AM - 11:00AM
  • What better than FREE morning COFFEE  to start your day!  Stop by the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department (FSN Bldg #475 on the campus map) to explore the science of coffee roasting while sampling your choice of light and dark roast options. Share your taste preferences in our sensory analysis and review real time data of the people's choice.

  Farmers Market-Gator Dining @ Broward

  • Fresh Food Co. @ Broward Dining | 11AM - 3PM

  Master Chef Cooking Competition 

  • Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN Bldg #475) | 2PM - 5PM (Cooking 3PM - 4PM)
  • Have you ever wanted to channel your inner Food Network Chef?  Grab a partner and submit your entry for a chance at Team Master Chef Glory…with a twist. Teams will showcase their culinary brilliance with items from the Field & Fork Pantry in this one hour cooking competition. Spectators are welcome at the FSHN Pilot Plant (FSN Bldg #475 on the campus map)
  • DIRECTIONS FOR ENTRY

• Friday - 10/15

  IFAS Food Systems Institute Event | FSI Gators Give and Serve - Day of Action 

  • Today is the day to volunteer with or give to local charities such as food banks and pantries.  We would also greatly appreciate donations to the Food Systems Institute in support of research, education and extension initiatives aiming to reduce  hunger locally to globally.
  • Volunteer and/or give to local charities or to the Food Systems Institute in support of research, education and extension initiatives.
  • Organizations we are highlighting during this: Day Of Action
  • Full Event Schedule

  Dietetics Program Q&A

  • In Person: McCarty D G001 | Zoom - Password: 309215 | 9:35AM - 10:25AM
  • Join University of Florida's Dr. Beth Gankofski (Director - Undergraduate Dietetics Program) and Mrs.  Kohrine Hazim (Dietetics Program Coordinator) to explore the discipline and learn what it takes to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).  Please watch the prerecorded presentation prior to attending this live and virtual Q&A session.

  C/O 2021 Dietetic Internship Matches…where they are now!

  Student Club Fair and Community Tabling Event

  • Aquatics Food Product Building #120 Lawn at Newell Drive | 11AM - 2PM
  • GET INVOLVED!  Come explore student and local organizations related to food, nutrition, and culinary that support sustainable food systems through agriculture and community awareness.

  Research Chefs Association - Student Association

  

  • Aquatics Food Product Building #120 Lawn at Newell Drive | 11AM - 2PM
  • Stop by the RCA Information Booth to learn more about their Student Association and Career Options.
  • The Research Chefs Association has made its name as the premier source of culinary and technical information for the food industry, with members ranging from award-winning chefs to acclaimed food scientists. The common denominator lies within their mission: mold the future of food research and development. The RCA aims to bridge the gap between food science and the culinary arts to expand the realm of product innovation. To facilitate this movement, the organization offers numerous opportunities for students to network with industry professionals, receive mentorship, earn scholarships, and collaborate with like-minded individuals from around the world.

  Chili Cook Off and Lunch (FSHN Club Fundraiser)

  • Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN Bldg #475) Courtyard | 11:45AM - 2PM (Chili Cookoff Winner Announced at 12:15)
  • Come show off your best chili recipe or come ready for lunch. This FSHN Student Organization Fundraiser will be showcasing chili recipes. Feel free to participate as a contestant or purchase a bowl of delicious chili for $5, or chili dog for $2, once the judging is completed.  25% of all proceeds will be donated to The Children's Table in Bronson, FL.  The Children's Table is a not for profit organization serving North Central Florida with free emergency food as well as sharing the cost of food for low-income families.
  • Entry Form: Complete and return the entry form to FSHNAdvising@ifas.ufl.edu, subject: Chili Cookoff Entry, by Wednesday, Oct 13.
  • Judges Scoring Rubric

  FREE Hot Dog/Veggie Dog Cookout 

  • Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN Bldg #475) Courtyard | 11:45AM - 2PM
  • What better way to put the Dog Days of summer heat behind us, than a FREE hot dog cook out in October. Join the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department for a FREE hot dog and drink. Add chili to your dog for $2. 25% of all proceeds will be donated to The Children's Table in Bronson, FL. The Children's Table is a not for profit organization serving North Central Florida with free emergency food as well as sharing the cost of food for low-income families.

• Saturday - 10/16

  IFAS Food Systems Institute Event | World Food Day 

  • October 16, 2021 is WORLD FOOD DAY!
  • World Food Day is held annually on October 16 to raise awareness of the issues surrounding hunger and poverty. Although more than enough food is produced each year to feed the global population, as many as 811 million people go hungry. An additional 70-161 million people are likely to experience hunger as a result of the pandemic.
  • United Nations - End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
  • Full Event Schedule

• Additional Resources
  • FSHN Club Meeting Flyer
  • Course Curriculums
    • Dietetic Curriculum
    • Food Science Curriculum
    • Nutritional Sciences Curriculum
    • Minor Curriculum