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A Healthy Side Dish of Art with Your Meal

In a creative collaboration during Wellness Week (April 21st-25th), Dining Services and Scarlet Arts Rx offered free mini paint palettes to students engaging with a ScarletWell-focused nutrition booth in campus dining facilities. This partnership aimed to highlight the parallel benefits of a balanced diet and artistic engagement, both shown to decrease stress and improve academic outcomes. Scarlet Arts Rx is a program supported by the Rutgers NB Chancellor Office - MGSA x GSAPP.

Multi-site Study on College Student Diet Diversity

Rutgers Dining Services is joining a multi-site study on college student diet diversity, supported by a $10,000 grant from the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative. This research project will identify opportunities and test interventions to increase students' knowledge and acceptance of healthy eating, specifically promoting a greater variety of plant-based options.

Nourishing Wellness: A New Initiative to Empower Rutgers Students

In partnership with Rutgers' Healthy Dining Team, Carys Neill has secured a $600 grant from the Scarlet Wellness Initiative to launch a groundbreaking project: Nourishing Wellness. This innovative program aims to inspire Rutgers students to embrace holistic health by exploring physical, social, environmental, and emotional well-being.

During the Spring 2025 semester, five interactive booths will pop up in campus dining halls, offering students a fun and engaging way to learn about the various dimensions of wellness. Through interactive activities, exciting prizes, and educational resources, students will be encouraged to reflect on their lifestyle choices and how they impact their overall health.

The Healthy Dining Team is committed to creating a supportive campus environment where students can thrive. By empowering students to make informed decisions about their health and well-being, we hope to foster a healthier and happier Rutgers community. We're excited to collaborate with ScarletWell to bring this initiative to life and positively impact the lives of Rutgers students.

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