- The document is a collection of messages promoting Meatless Mondays at Agnes Scott College from February 22 to December 12. - It encourages skipping meat one day a week for health, environmental, and ethical reasons. - Various events and opportunities are advertised such as presentations on sustainable nutrition, ethics lectures on farmed animal suffering, and a position for Meatless Monday campus ambassadors.

1. Monday, February 22
Happy Meatless Monday Scotties! By reducing and substituting meat with beans, fruits,
vegetables, nuts and whole grains, you significantly improve your health and well-being.
Each serving of fruits and vegetables, may reduce your risk of heart disease by 5%. Not
only is skipping meat one meal a week good for the planet, it is also good for you! You and
your health deserve it! For more information visit:
http://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/heart-health.
Monday, February 29th
Headline: Happy Meatless Monday
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March marks the beginning of National Nutrition Month (NNM). This year’s theme is to
“Savor the Flavor of Eating Right” to encourage others to find a balance between foods they
like and those that provide the nutrition that we need. Since eating more plant-based meals
with your favorite foods is one way to improve your overall health, Meatless Mondays are a
great way to celebrate National Nutrition Month with your friends and family. Savor the
taste and enjoy good health for this Meatless Monday! To find out more information on
NNM, please visit this link: http://www.eatright.org/resources/national-nutrition-month
Monday, March 21st, 2016

2. Headline: Happy Meatless Monday!
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Looking to eat some healthy, protein-packed, sustainable foods for this Meatless Monday?
The Food & Agriculture of the United Nations has named 2016 the International Year of the
Pulses (IYP) in order to promote more nutritious diets and sustainable agricultural
practices. According to the UN, pulses include beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas, all of
which are readily available in Evans Dining Hall all days of the week. Stack up on your
pulses today and enjoy being good to yourself and the environment! To find out more
information about IYP, please visit this link.
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Monday, April 4th 2016

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Happy Meatless Monday!
In 2015, the United Nations developed 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030,
one of which includes ending world hunger through specific measurable means. According
the experts in UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization, one of the best ways to fight world
hunger is to reduce global meat consumption. As we speak, there are about 70 billion grain-
eating livestock raised for food each year. This system is both unsustainable and water-
depleting, and represents an inequity in food distribution, which could be directed toward
malnourished children instead. By committing to a meatless day, you are not only
improving your health and protecting the environment, but also impacting the global food
system. To read more information on this subject, please visit this link.
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Monday, April 11th, 2016
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4. Happy Meatless Monday!
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April is National Garden Month, which is dedicated to promoting sustainability initiatives
such as recycling and reduction of waste. It also serves to encourage us to reap the benefits
of healthy eating and remind us of the effects food choices can have on the environment.
According to the Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, there are things which you
can do celebrate this month that do not involve getting your hands dirty. One of the listed
ways is to have a Meatless Monday in order to decrease fossil fuel usage, conserve water,
and reduce greenhouse gases as well as replace foods high in saturated fat with fiber, rich
plant-based foods. This small change can make a huge difference for both the environment
and your health. To find out about more ways to celebrate this month and incorporate
sustainability initiatives into your lifestyle, please see this link. Thank you, and enjoy being
eating green today!
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Monday, April 25th, 2016
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5. Happy Meatless Monday!
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Although Earth Day has passed, there are still plenty of ways to continue to fight against
the growing problem of climate change. To learn more about how simple, small changes in
your plate can have a tremendous impact, please come down to Lower Evans at 5:00 p.m.
to listen to a presentation on sustainable nutrition by two special guest speakers. In the
meanwhile, enjoy your Meatless Monday and feeling more healthy and green!
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Monday, May 2nd, 2016
Headline:
Happy Meatless Monday!

6. Body:
The connection between nutrition, health, and sustainability continues to grow stronger
with each new study. According to a recent TIME article, a reduction in meat intake and
movement toward a more plant-based diet can both save trillions of dollars in health care
costs and decrease Greenhouse Gas Emissions by at least 63%. By practicing Meatless
Mondays, you will be a part of this movement toward a healthier, more greener world. To
see this original article, please see this link: http://time.com/4266874/vegetarian-diet-
climate-change/
In case you were unable to attend the Sustainable Nutrition event last Monday, which
discussed this connection further in length, you may view the presentation at this link:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fKOunUIdUj3bDCYXn_VJz4ZSXQqEP6qieuxS6tk
424Y/edit
Monday, May 9th, 2016
Headline:
Happy Meatless Monday!
Body:
According to many polls and reports, more students are looking for more meatless,
plant-strong options at their local dining services. A poll by Technomic found that 21% of
U.S. college and university students regularly ate meatless meals. This dietary trend
towards the meatless spectrum continues to increase both in the U.S. and globally.
Currently, 35 countries representing 6 continents and 23 languages actively participate in
Meatless Mondays programs. Enjoy being a part of the growing movement towards
improved health and environmental protection. For more information on this trend, please
read this article here.
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7. Monday, September 19th
Headline: Happy Meatless Monday!
Today marks another day Evans Dining Hall pledged to participate in the Meatless
Mondays Global Campaign for each dinner. By this small change, we are not also promoting
health on-campus, but also supporting food programs that strive to reduce overall
greenhouse emissions, with animal agriculture being the largest contributor. To learn more
about how this movement relates to the this year’s Summit Global topic, Diet for a Hot
Planet, please watch this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqXdmm2yFaA.
Enjoy your day of being more green!
Monday, October 3rd, 2016
Headline: Win $250 on This Meatless Monday!
Want to promote your health, protect the environment and save animals lives while being
entered to win $250 for going meatless one day? Well, then you have some good luck! To
celebrate Vegetarian Awareness Month, the North American Vegetarian Society is having a
random drawing of non-vegetarians who participate in meatless days during October. One-
day pledgers can win $250 while those who pledge for one week can win $500. Please see
details and submit a pledge at this link, and may the odds be ever in your favor!

8. Monday, October 17th, 2016
Heading: Happy Meatless Monday!
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The Meatless Mondays Global Campaign not only serves to promote health and
environmental sustainability, but also to help protect the lives and reduce the suffering of
10 billion animals raised for food each year by encouraging more plant-filled meals. If you
would like to learn more about this important topic, then attend the Kirk Fund and
SUMMIT co-sponsored Ethics Lecture, titled “Effective Altruism and the End of Farmed
Animal Suffering” this Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in Graves Auditorium. For more

9. information, please see the speaker, Jacy Reese’s website at this link:
http://jacyreese.com/.
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Monday, October 31st, 2016
Headline: Happy Spooktacular Meatless Monday!
Although this Monday marks the last day for Vegtoberfest, small snacking swaps for
more nutrient-rich and environmentally-protective options could continue to be made
throughout this cool Fall. I mean, what could be better than some garlic-flavored
hummus with salt-seasoned pita chips? If you are looking for last-minute, health-
centered candy or dessert ideas for this spooktacular Monday, then try some quick
recipes at this link: http://kblog.lunchboxbunch.com/2011/10/meatless-monday-
recipe-round-up-1024.html. Enjoy your Monday and don’t get too spookified!
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10. Monday, November 14th
Headline: Happy Meatless Monday!
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Want to learn more about the politics and environmental effects behind global food
systems, critical issues which underlie the Global Meatless Mondays Campaign? The
Center for Global Learning is co-sponsoring a Cowspiracy screening & discussion on
Wednesday, November 16th at 6:00 p.m. in Buttrick G-4. Rebecca Portman, Food
and Nutrition Coordinator at the Humane Society of the United States, and Lorena
Mucke, CEO of Ethical Food Choices, will be the co-facilitators of the event to
moderate the discussions and provide expert insight.
Students classified as first-years can receive extra-credit by attending this event. The
event is also free and open to the public.
Please come and share along, and I look forward to seeing you there!
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11. Monday, November 21st, 2016
Headline: Thanks for Meatless Mondays!

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With the all food feasts for the Thanksgiving holidays are on way, thank goodness
there are there plenty of delicious, plant-strong and sustainable options available that
are easy-to-make! If you are interested in trying some new tasty meals with your
families and friends, go to this experienced chef’s blog:
http://cookieandkate.com/2016/20-vegetarian-thanksgiving-recipes/. Gobble up, and
have a wonderful, satisfyingly sustainable Thanksgiving!
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13. Monday, December 12th
Headline: Apply to Become a Meatless Mondays Campus Ambassador!
Body:
Happy Meatless Mondays, Scotties! Now that finals have finally came to a close and the break
has arrived, we can all take a big breather.
Starting in January 2016 out of a health and sustainability initiative, the campus Meatless
Mondays Campaign is looking for 2-4 student ambassadors for next semester to promote the
campaign and its sustainability. If you are interested in food, nutrition, animal rights, and/or
environmental issues and gaining more experience in communication and social media, then this
would be a great position for you. Long-term opportunities may be available.
The deadline to apply is Monday, January 2nd and applicants will be notified about their
application on Monday, January 9th. Please go to this form to apply, and email the Center for
Sustainability at sustainability@agnesscott.edu if you have any questions. Thank you, and we
look forward to reviewing your applications!
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