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Local farmers make pitch to feed university

 Jul. 28, 2015

As the University of Maine’s food contract with Aramark expires next year, a group of local food producers called Maine Food for the UMaine System has been lobbying the university to make locally produced food a priority.

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USDA undersecretary tours UGA community garden

 Jul. 27, 2015

The USDA undersecretary for food, nutrition and consumer services visited the University of Georgia’s student-run farm to discuss access to healthy food.

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Liberty University expands dining options

Jul. 24, 2015

This fall, Sodexo will make upgrades to popular campus eateries and offer new cuisine options including Auntie Anne’s Pretzels and a Pizza Hut WingStreet.

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University of California approves $15 minimum wage

By Bianca N. Herron on Jul. 23, 2015

UC is the first public university in the U.S. to establish a $15 minimum wage, which will be phased in through 2017.

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Jon Lewis receives NACUFS’ 48th annual Theodore W. Minah Distinguished Service Award

By Dana Moran on Jul. 23, 2015

The Ball State University director of campus dining was recognized for his “exemplary contributions” to the organization and the foodservice industry.

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UMD ‘land lab’ grows food for dining services

Jul. 22, 2015

University of Minnesota–Duluth’s Sustainable Agriculture Project engages students and faculty in growing food for its dining services on land that was formerly an agricultural testing ground.

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University opens food pantry for students, faculty

Jul. 22, 2015

Tarleton State University’s food pantry will open this fall, providing healthy food to students and staff who may otherwise not have enough to eat.

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Universities bring local food to campuses

Jul. 21, 2015

The University of Kansas has partnered with local farmers to bring fresh produce to campus, while Kansas State’s dining services purchases locally produced/processed meat, flour, fruits and vegetables.

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Johnny Rockets to further expand on college & university campuses

By Bianca N. Herron on Jul. 21, 2015

The franchise has announced plans to continue expansion through its prototype Johnny Rockets Express, a QSR for patrons dining on-the-go.

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Farm-raised food disposals

Jul. 20, 2015

Our dishwasher raises pigs, so the majority of the food waste goes to feeding them. A lot of residents worry about wasting food, so we reassure them.

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