FRESH Components
FRESH exists to engage students and staff on campus through a variety of strategies that address many aspects of the food system. Components of FRESH can be found throughout the Western Campus!
Looking to host an educational session?
FRESH ED sessions can include live cooking demonstrations where our Peer Educators will help you to prepare a delicious, healthy meal from simple ingredients – something you can then do on your own!
*Please try to book events at least 1 month in advance
FRESH Education
FRESH Education consists of student-led, interactive, nutrition sessions where FRESH Peer Educators deliver up-to-date, evidence-based information and peer-reviewed presentations on topics related to food, nutrition, and physical activity.
Healthier 4U Vending Machines
Healthier 4U is a program that offers healthier options in campus vending machines. Look for one of the six Healthier 4U vending machines on campus and know that you are selecting a healthier alternative.
FRESH Healthy Plate
Found at the point-of-purchase in each of the residences, the FRESH Healthy Plate reminds students to make ½ of their plate Vegetables and Fruit, ¼ of their plate Lean Proteins and the other ¼ Whole Grains.
FRESH Rewards Cards
(Temporarily Suspended)
What’s better than being rewarded for healthy eating?
Each time a student purchases a fruit, salad, or dairy product from their residence and/or a campus café, their card will be stamped. After 9 stamps, the student will receive a FREE whole fruit or carton of milk.
FRESH Facts
(Temporarily suspended)
FRESH Facts highlight tidbits of valuable nutrition information. They can be found on the tables in the residence dining halls.
FRESH Eats
FRESH Eats is a video series that mimics our in-person cooking demonstrations. The recipe videos aim to share healthful recipes with Western students and beyond.
FRESH Talks
FRESH Talks is an interactive speaker series that partners with community members to share information about current topics in nutrition, agriculture, and overall health