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Show CAMPUS 11 The few, the brave, the food forum RODNEY GLORE HANNAH BAYBUTT STAFF REPORTER o Change, sustainability and price were the major topics discussed at the food forum on Feb. 12. students out of the total Westminster attended at 2, 900 the forum. Bon Appetit, Westminsters food service provider of prepared meals, quick snacks and other conveniences for students, demonstrated its willingness to hear voiced opinions by hosting the food forum and answering student questions. Doug Powell, general manager of Bon Appetit, and Six m O m Beth Lafond, executive chef for Bon Appetit, took note of what students had to say and spoke of other changes that are soon to come. Students called out food favorites they wanted more of: chili cheese fries, macaroni and cheese, a global bar, vegetarian dishes and more. Matthew Scheafer, first-yestudent, said to stop making wrap sandwiches and have a burrito bar instead. Ive heard of other Bon Appetit locations having them, Scheafer said. Why not us? Collin Wallace, staff member of residence life, said there should be a baja Tuesday with a burrito bar day. Both Powell and Lafond said it could be a possibility. Katelyn limber, first-yestudent, is looking for comfort ar pre-ma- de build-your-o- build-your-o- Girls raced down the track on Feb. 7 at National and Women in Sports Day. Other activities that Westminster offered included soccer, lacrosse, rock climbing, kayaking, hip-ho- p dancing and yoga. Girls ar To encourage female participation in sports, Westminster held activities to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) on Feb. 7. Its a chance for girls to get out and participate in sports that are coached and taught by female role models, said Traci Siriprathane, director of fitness, wellness and recreation at Westminster. Women and girls need positive role models. NGWSD began in 1987 in remembrance of Olympic volleyball player Flo Hyman, according to the Womens Sports Foundation. Hyman is recognized for her athletic achievements and her promotion of equality for womens sports. She died of Marfans Syndrome in 1986 while competing in a volleyball tournament in Japan. NGWSD acknowledges past accomplishments of female athletes and recognizes current sports achievements. It also addresses the continuing struggle for equality and access for women in sports. This year marked the sixth annual celebration of NGWSD at Westminster that Siriprathane has been spearheading since June of 2009. This years event included 16 activities taught by female students, athletes and volunteers to 218 girls, ages ranging from six to 14. This was the largest turnout Westminster has had for NGWSD, Siriprathane said. Ellsi Iiardcastle, a and first time participant, enjoyed track and field, as well as rock climbing. Having girls participate in sports is a self-estee- m booster, according to Trevor Hardcastle, Ellsis father, who attended the event to support his daughter. This event helps girls keep an open mind to sports and fitness," Hardcastle said. It gives them things they like to compete in. n STAFF REPORTER food options like chicken noodle meals. soup or home-styl- e One topic of unanimous concern among students was how expensive meals and beverages are. Bon Appetit sees things differently. If you actually look at the food that you get here and compare it to the same thing downtown, you cant touch what we do for twice the price, Powell said. Bon Appetit is known for its high-en- d quality food and use of local produce. This comes at a price, Powell said. One thing that could help with lowering high costs would be if students used more of the containers. Powell said they are working on a plan to have return tubs placed around campus so they can be recollected after use. Each o paper container costs 50 cents when its pennies to wash and reuse the more eco-friend- i i v - ly to-g- durable containers. Powell told students they could look forward to such things as a small farmers market set up, more protein bulk items for purchase and other main entree dishes that will be a pay-byweig- ht for those students looking for larger portions. Suggestions are always welcomed, Powell said. You dont have to wait until the April meeting when we can change something now. - f said assistant coaches Kaciee Beal and Brooke Shinaberry. Sports help women and as well girls build as the understanding of the importance of being strong and fit, Shinaberry said. rl The stigma is often present in the world of sports when girls are compared to boys. rl as People use said. But derogatory, Harding women and men are different in their build If women want to go into a weight room and learn to lift as men do, they can, but it may take more work because of the different builds of male and female bodies, according to Harding. If its something they want to do, they can, Harding said, limitations are not really there. Girls put them on themselves. Hannah Abbott, a first-ye- ar biology major, has been involved with sports and outdoor activities her entire life. self-estee- m, like-a-gi- like-a-gi- Frodsham, an was a second-yea- r participant who attended the Ellie event. Sports are fun and help your body, Frodsham said. Its hard but its fun too, and these activities show girls are strong too like boys. This is a way that Westminster can get involved with a greater community and celebrate being a girl, Siriprathane said. Tracy Hansford, a alumna of Westminster, has volunteered at NGWSD activities for four years. This event gets these girls to try something new in a safe environment without having to compete with boys, Hansford said. Especially sports like rock climbing. Niki Harding has been coaching the womens lacrosse team for seven years. She has coached since the program started and has been head coach for sue years. Sports teach life lessons such as teamwork, integrity and sportsmanship, according to Harding. They also teach time management and persistence, I Focus on having fun, Abbott said. Its about the sport, but its also about what you can do and being strong. Establishing teamwork and building patience - these are life lessons that sports teach people regardless of gender, Abbott said. Even though doing it is intimidating, girls should know that trying hard is cool and that is what NGWSD can help teach, according to Abbott. The more fun youre having, the more likely you are to succeed, Abbott said. likeagirl to get involved in the conversation. 6 - i t J A food forum hosted by Bon Appetit is held twice a month. At the most recent meeting on Feb. 12, topics such as change, sustainability and cost of food were discussed. Six students attended. f 1 I |