“Meatless Mondays” that sparked more debates than lectures.
MEATLESS MONDAYS” THAT SPARKED MORE DEBATES THAN LECTURES.
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Remember those 'Meatless Mondays'? They weren't just about opting for the tofu stir-fry instead of the mystery meatloaf. Oh no. They were a weekly institution, a culinary experiment that invariably ignited more passionate discussion than any assigned reading. The announcement itself usually dropped like a philosophical treatise on the dining hall website, sparking immediate, spirited discourse in group chats and dining lines.
Was it a noble step towards sustainability, a forward-thinking move befitting our institutions? Or an unwelcome intrusion on hallowed culinary traditions, a betrayal of the weekend’s carnivorous indulgence? We debated the ethics of factory farming over lukewarm lentil soup, dissected the carbon footprint of a beef patty while eyeing the quinoa salad, and questioned the very concept of "choice" in a mandatory meal plan. The sheer intellectual fervor applied to a relatively simple dietary change was, in retrospect, uniquely 'us'.
These weren’t trivial arguments; they were a microcosm of the very critical thinking we were meant to cultivate. Friendships were forged over shared exasperation or mutual enthusiasm for a new vegetarian dish. Future policy-makers honed their persuasive rhetoric defending the campus’s dietary direction. Future entrepreneurs analyzed the supply chain implications. The cafeteria, often just a place for fuel, transformed into an impromptu forum, a vibrant marketplace of ideas where even the humble black bean burger had an opinion attached.
Looking back, these aren't just memories of meals; they're snapshots of a shared journey. The cafeteria wasn't merely a place to eat; it was where we learned to articulate, to challenge, and to compromise, even if it was just about whether the veggie chili actually tasted like chili. It was another facet of our Ivy experience, a quiet yet profound lesson in the art of discourse, served daily.
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