K-State Dining

How to feel recharged with food for finals.
Presented by: K-State Dining
Berries: Improved Memory
- antioxidants improve memory
- Supports long study sessions
Bananas: Quick Energy
- Natural sugars
- Energy without the crash
Spinach: Clear Focus
- Iron + vitamins support the brain
- Helps with focus and alertness
Eggs: All Day Energy
- Protein + choline supports memory
- Great start to your mornings
Drinks:
- Water: Hydrates your brain, improving focus and memory
- Coffee: Boosts energy and concentration
- Tea: Provides a calm, steady focus with added antioxidants
Snacks at Home
Sweet:
- Dark Chocolate: Boosts focus and mood with a small caffeine kick
Salty:
- Popcorn: Light, whole-grain snack that keeps you energized
Sweet & Salty
- Trail Mix: Long-lasting energy from protein and healthy fats
Example Snack Plate:
Includes a plate of peanut butter toast, broccoli, tomatoes, raisins, and a dressing.

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Student Spotlight! 

Here's Quentin Clotfelter, a junior in High School. He's been working at Derby for about 3 semesters! His favorite thing about working in dining services is the free food he receives as an employee.

Around finals week our schedules can get a little crazy, but your diet shouldn’t suffer! It is especially important to prioritize healthy food during stressful times. Here are some example snack plates using ingredients available every day in both K-State Dining centers from 11:00 a.m. until we close!

Slide #1: This plate has baby carrots, sliced cucumbers, and sliced red bell peppers along with pita bread and a scoop of hummus. It also has apple slices with a scoop of smooth peanut butter.

Slide #2: This plate has a slice of whole wheat bread with crunchy peanut butter on top. It also has raw broccoli and cherry tomatoes with a small side a ranch dressing. Lastly, it has a handful of dried cranberries.

Slide #3: This plate has a serving of raw spinach topped with sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and balsamic vinaigrette. It also has a scoop of sweet potato topped with sunflower seeds. Lastly, it has a serving of cottage cheese.

Slide #4: This plate has baby carrots and sliced cucumbers with a small side of ranch dressing. It also has a scoop of mandarin oranges and a scoop of blueberry yogurt.

Slide 5: This plate has sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, orange wedges, a scoop of cottage cheese, and a handful of dried cranberries.

Student Spotlight!

Here is Anna Grube, a Junior in Elementary Education. She's been working at Derby for about 4 semesters!

Her favorite thing about working in dining services is the people and being able to build relationships with everyone.

Student Employee Spotlight!

Ian is a sophomore studying Advertising and Public Relations.

When asked what his favorite thing about working in dining services is, Ian said “I like all the co-workers that make shifts fun.”

Ian also said, “I have learned a lot about government policies about food safety that I definitely didn’t know.”

foodsafety

Student Spotlight!

Here's Caitlynn Bell, sophomore in Animal Science, Pre-Vet Option. She's been working at Derby for about 2 semesters!

Her favorite thing about working in dining services is the people. She says that everyone is really nice and that it makes things easier for her.

PB&J…but make it a campus event 🥜🍓🥪

National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day is getting an upgrade 👀

We’re bringing a 2-day pop-up with flavors you didn’t see coming (yes…pickles made the cut)

✨ Event lineup:
• PB&J tastings + vote your favorite
• Free giveaways from the National Peanut Board
• “Guess How Many” peanuts for a chance to win
• Student poll to crown the ultimate combo

📍 April 1 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Kramer Dining
📍 April 2 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Derby Dining

Pull up, try them all, and cast your vote—your favorite might take the crown 👇

Shoutout to the for bringing the fun!

Student Employee Spotlight!

Here's Toby Lawless, a freshman in Marketing. He's been working at Derby for over 1 semester!

One of his favorite things about working with dining services is the people he works with. He also gets the opportunity to talk to a lot of different people.