Students For Students

Hi there, my name is Maryam Wattoo and I am in Public Health (Bachelors of Health Science). I started off as a work2learn student in the Spring 2024 semester but then became the Lead Coordinator until my last semester in the Winter of 2025. I expanded the Food For Thought Initiative to help as many students in need as possible. My role included being apart of the grand opening of the bodega, coordinating my own food literacy events, involving many other students in this initiative, and making Food For Thought known for what it is today. Public Health is all about working with vulnerable populations and helping them achieve the best possible health outcomes, and that is exactly what Food For Thought has taught me to do. I will carry all these beautiful memories of helping students, building a community, and meeting my wonderful Food For Thought team with me for the rest of my life.  

Hello, my name is Steven Sztraube (B.Sc. Major in Environmental Science, Minor in General Music Studies). I first heard of Food for Thought by getting involved with the Campus Roots Community Garden during the summer of 2024. I quickly found myself dedicating more and more time to this organization, helping carry out fresh produce events and building a strong sense of community by volunteering at the Bodega. I was privileged to become the Food Literacy Program Coordinator in the Fall 2024 semester, providing entertaining, yet educational workshops that seek to provide a better understanding of nutrition and food systems.

Hello, my name is Madison Bronk (B.Sc. Biochemistry). After being introduced to the Campus Roots Community Garden in the Summer of 2023, I continued working with the initiative as a Work2Learn student during the Summer 2024 term. I assisted with growing and distributing fresh produce to further support both the Fresh Food Box program and the Food For Thought Bodega. This initiative allows me to apply my passion for cooking, nutrition, and gardening, all while observing plant development discussed in my biology classes. I believe that gardening is for everyone, and it plays an important part towards both the physical and mental wellbeing of students.

Hey there my name is Huda. I was a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Public Health) student at the University of Lethbridge Calgary Campus. I was the Food for Thought Calgary Coordinator, where I managed the Food Literacy Program and worked to expand the Food for Thought initiative on the Calgary campus.Through this role, I supported students by coordinating access to nutritious food, organizing Food Literacy events, and fostering partnerships with student volunteers and external organizations. My work allowed me to apply my public health knowledge in a real-world setting, ensuring students facing food insecurity have the resources they need. I am passionate about health equity and community support, and I strive to make a lasting impact on student well-being by expanding Food For Thought at the Calgary campus.

Hello, I am Hiwot Mulugeta, (Bachelor of Management in Finance and Bachelor of Science in Biology). As a Work2Learn student at the Calgary Campus during the Summer 2024 semester, I had the opportunity to actively engage in reaching out to donors to support our campus food pantry and manage its operations. Additionally, I worked on planning and organizing events for campus students. This experience enabled me to apply my academic knowledge to real-world situations, contributing to my community and making a meaningful impact.

Hi, I'm Bryanne Wandler (B.Sc. Geography), I started as an applied studies student in spring 2023 then reapplied to be a Work2Learn student from May 2023 to April 2024. Over the year and a half I was involved I organized the Growing Students Wellbeing Fair, stocked the Little Library Pantries, managed the community garden initiative, organized/facilitated LPIRG Free Produce drop dates, and designed/operated the opening of the Bodega. My involvement within this initiative led me to research student food insecurity for my undergraduate honour's thesis and I will be forever grateful for these experiences.

Hi, I’m Alexandra Lennox (B.Mgt. Human Resources & Labour Relations). I was the Work2Learn student at the Calgary Campus in the Spring 2024 semester. During this semester, I promoted various initiatives and events and approached prospective community partners and donors. I also coordinated a workshop on food insecurity and healthy eating. This role allowed me to apply my business knowledge to a real-world setting.

Hello, I am Jason Funkhouser (B.HSc, Public Health) and I completed an applied study with Food for Thought in the fall of 2023. I filled the campus food pantries every week, and am contributing to the Food Literacy Program, where I develop and facilitate workshops regarding barriers and solutions to food insecurity among post-secondary students. This opportunity has been a catalyst to my desire for a career in health promotion and health education.

Hi, I’m Sara Hutchinson (BA Archaeology) and I was a work2learn student with Food for Thought in the summer of 2023. I assisted in updating the website and creating promotional material. This position inspired me to go on and be more involved with addressing food insecurity in my community and volunteer at our local food bank.

Hi, my name is Myla Sept and I graduated with a BA. In Psychology in the spring of 2023. I conducted a research project with Food for Thought surrounding student food insecurity.