Mealnifesto: a manifesto for the future of eating

About Mealnifesto

Mealnifesto is an exciting competition inviting student teams to pitch innovative ideas for designing an interactive food nutrition station that makes eating well feel possible through science, creativity, and empathy. Mealnifesto is a part of our Food Technology & Nutrition Day 2025.  

Between lectures, deadlines, and daily hustle, healthy eating often slips through the cracks. But what if food on campus is not just about fuel, but it sparks awareness, curiosity, and change? 

Theme

Given the demanding schedules and high stress levels of university life, many RMIT students develop poor eating habits. How can we design engaging activities that promote healthier eating while accommodating their unique lifestyles?

How to join

  • Develop a creative concept for an interactive station that promotes healthy eating, designed to fit within the space of two tables (each 0.6 x 0.8 meters) and a budget of 2,000,000 VND 
  • Work in a team of 3–4 students (any major welcome; with at least 1 Food Technology and Nutrition major) 
  • Pitch your concept live at the RMIT Food Technology & Nutrition Day 

Important Note: Taste and smell are strictly prohibited in all RMIT events involving public sampling. Your station’s concept must engage participants using alternative sensory and creative methods.   

Prizes

  • Get ready to win exclusive RMIT merchandise that you cannot find anywhere else! These limited-edition goodies are designed to make you stand out on campus while showing off your RMIT pride. 
  • Winning teams also gain the chance to bring their ideas to life at RMIT Experience Day 2025, turning your vision into reality and inspiring hundreds of fellow students. 

Key dates

  • EOI Submission Deadline: 11.59pm, Sunday, 17 August, 2025 (Week 7) 
  • Pitch Deck Submission Deadline (for shortlisted teams): 11.59pm, Sunday, 14 September, 2025 (Week 12) 
  • Pitch Day Showcase: 9am, Tuesday, 22 September, 2025 (Week 13) 
Submit your EOI here

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