Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Community Building Rotation #2: North Carrick Hall

I had the pleasure of attending a community builder on nutrition presented by Ross Johnson of North Carrick Hall last night.

Ross provided a very informative presentation on the impact that nutrition can have on finals performance and overall feelings of well-being. I think one of the most useful parts of the presentation were the guidelines presented for eating at campus establishments. For instance, when eating at PCB, good meal options include a large spinach salad piled with boiled eggs, kidney beans, sunflower seeds, and many of the other yummy toppings provided. If salad is not your thing, consider making a sandwich on the panini press or try the fish option! For dessert, opt for a bowl of cereal or a yogurt, granola, and fruit parfait instead of the cobblers or cookies. One of the most useful tidbits of information for me was the tip for Einsteins. Being a business student, I spend quite a bit of time in the Haslam Business Building. I run to Einsteins for a quick afternoon snack every now and then, but I always find it difficult to find a healthy option there [they're usually out of the fresh fruit by the afternoon]. Ross suggested a whole wheat bagel thin with light cream cheese spread. I didn't even know they had bagel thins! I know what my go-to snack will be from now on!
 

Enjoy the pictures below, and congratulations to Ross on a successful community builder!

Residents listening intently as Ross outlines some nutrition guidelines.

Pre-presentation chatter.

Until next time,
Chelsea Oliver
WAGA

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