Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) Tasting

Name: Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) Tasting
Start: 2026-11-12T17:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-12T19:00:00+00:00
Location: Independence Plaza

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When: Thursday, November 12, 202612:30 PM – 2:00 PM ESTAdd to calendar Google Calendar
Where: Independence PlazaOpen in Maps
Hosted by: Military Affiliated Students of Stockton

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Ever wondered what a meal looks like in the field? Join us for an MRE (Meal, Ready-to-Eat) Tasting Event, where students can sample the same food military personnel eat during training and deployments. This hands-on experience offers a unique glimpse into daily life for service members, highlighting the practicality, nutrition, and challenges of eating in combat zones or remote environments.

Military-affiliated students and veterans will be on hand to share stories and explain the history, purpose, and evolution of MREs. From heating elements to shelf-stable entrees, participants will learn how these meals are designed to sustain troops in the most demanding conditions.

Whether you're curious about military culture or just want to try something new, this event is a fun and educational way to connect with the veteran community and gain insight into the realities of service.

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