Regina Flores, human resources coordinator at the MSU Extension Director’s Office, said the cook-off was a kick-off event for the new organization.

The winner of the cook-off was to be chosen out of six competing people, who remained anonymous.

Flores said the main aim of the climate change team is nourishing a community feel.

Flores, who is a member of the recently revived climate team, said people attending the event sampled the chili dishes and then had to cast their vote for the best chili.

Event coordinator Laura Potter said the three winners of the cook-off would be revealed on Wednesday and will each receive a certificate.

Most of the students at the cook-off said they were particularly “blown away” by one of the chili that had “just the right amount” of beef, a quality that made the savory chilli recipe one of their top and favorite options.

No preference freshman Caroline Fredline said she took time out of her day between classes to attend the event and vote for her favorite chili dish.

Fredline said the event was worth it, adding that she enjoyed sampling the chili.

Flores said the climate change team will keep hosting events such as the cook-off hoping to bring more attention to their group and foster people’s interests in it and in the services it provides.

She said the organization will host two additional events this semester, including a barbecue and a “Green Day,” scheduled to take place on St. Patrick’s Day.

Editor’s Note: This article has been changed to reflect the true purpose of the MSU Extension Climate Change Team as well as the correct role of Regina Flores within the group.