When Subway leaves, where’s the healthy food?
By Logan Lane, Copy Editor
September 21, 2015
The Student Union Subway will no longer be a dining option, Aramark district marketing Manager Eugene Walters confirmed in an interview on Friday, Sept. 18. The departure of the popular food chain is a result of the inability of Aramark and the local franchisee to make a deal. “The franchisee o...
Dining Services, students’ opinions two weeks in
By Grant Morgan and Spencer Skolnick
September 9, 2015
Absent in the print version of this article is the acknowledgement of news writer Spencer Skolnick's contributions to this story. In early July, the Aramark Corporation arrived on campus to take over operations of UA’s dining services, the result of an administrative decision last spring to out...
What’s happening with Dining Services?
By Grant Morgan, Managing Editor
August 22, 2015
Students can expect a different dining experience this fall, as UA recently hired the Aramark Corporation to take over its Dining Services. Aramark is a big company—207th of the list of Fortune 500s—that provides professional services to communities and institutions worldwide. It operates on many ...
Student opinions on Dining Services, administrative response
By Grant Morgan, News Writer
March 18, 2015
Numerous students were asked about their opinions on UA Dining Services. Though their meal plans differ, their opinions often coincide. After each question and its student responses is the response from Gary Goldberg, director of UA Dining Services and Administration. These responses contrast and serve...
Bon Appétit, étudiants! Rob's Cafe
March 12, 2013
Bianca Tan From good old American comfort food to healthy wraps and vegetable dishes, one can find almost anything at Rob’s. From french fries to spicy food that reminds you of Indian cuisine, one can find selections at Rob’s to satisfy any craving. “The variety at Rob’s is a lot better this semester,” said UA st...
Bon Appétit, étudiants! Rob’s Cafe
March 12, 2013
Bianca Tan From good old American comfort food to healthy wraps and vegetable dishes, one can find almost anything at Rob’s. From french fries to spicy food that reminds you of Indian cuisine, one can find selections at Rob’s to satisfy any craving. “The variety at Rob’s is a lot better this semester,” said UA st...
Bon Appétit, étudiants! Crystal Room Bistro
March 12, 2013
Lauren Simmers Galluci Hall, the former hotel that is now used as a student residence hall, is the last place anyone ever would’ve suspected to find the hidden gem of The University of Akron’s campus. Don’t let the graying outside fool you about what is on the inside. Stepping into the Crystal...
An ode to UA’s food service employees
February 26, 2013
Kara Hemphill For those readers who have never worked in food service, consider yourselves lucky. It is, in a word, tough. However, it is also necessary. Students and staff at the The University of Akron are lucky in that we have many fabulous venues at which to quench our thirst and stave off hunger...
Pita Pit opens another restaurant for local health “foodies”
January 31, 2013
Heather Beyer Local entrepreneur John Cavileer, opened a second Pita Pit location in Akron on Wednesday. Calvileer’s first location can be found at 325 S. Main St. in downtown Akron. “The first store in Akron is doing really well,” Calvileer said. “It is very convenient for lunch, an Ae...
