With midterms starting and the semester kicking into full gear, crafting a nutritious, well-balanced diet is often the last thing on Washington University students’ minds.

You can’t eat ice cream for dinner” is one of the phrases many hear growing up regarding our eating habits and how they should be balanced and nutritious. Coming to college marks the first time most people have the opportunity to fully control their diet, unless you go to Washington University.

“Donnie’s Choice is mostly gonna be, you know, big plates of salted meats and cheese. The kiddies are gonna love it,” Mascarpone said.

Ensuring that such healthy options are available in all walks of the student dining experience—most relevantly, including grab-n-go the selection for students in a rush to eat between classes—is still a step that Dining Services needs to take.

Eating healthy at Bear’s Den just got easier or, at the very least, cheaper. Several members of Dining Services reported that a new, healthier meal option will be available in the Danforth University Center and the Village later this month and is already available in Bear’s Den.

Although Washington University might seem to be overwhelmed by the half-and-half craze that dominates the late-night snack scene, there is actually a bevy of healthy dining options on campus. Follow this guide to make smarter choices that will leave you feeling healthier and happier!

Between the late-night study snacks, carbohydrate-loaded parties and general ramen noodle budget, it is no wonder incoming college students often fear the “Freshman 15.

Another school year is winding down. Wash. U. has made progress, to be sure, but we still have a few bones to pick. Here are our suggestions for making Wash. U. better. Sahil Patel, Editor-in-Chief 1. A sports fanbase—We have some remarkable student-athletes at Wash. U. who are doing outstanding things on and off the field; they deserve some support. 2.

Heart health may seem like a faraway issue for college students, but it turns out that the time to start watching your diet may be sooner than you think.

Making healthy choices at Washington University is not necessarily becoming easier, despite the newly instituted “Connie’s Choice” program. The small circular label with the text “Connie’s Choice” has appeared across campus, though many students find the symbol confusing and the purpose inconsequential. “I have no idea which foods are Connie’s Choice.