Food Service Committee gives students a voice
By Rebecca Boller

Beginning in October students will have an opportunity to voice their opinions about the food services offered on campus in a new way. While in previous years the food service committee elected officers, this year the committee will be more of an open forum, according to Josh Showman, Student Association Vice President of Services.

"[The food service committee] is a tool that is used between students and food services to gain a consensus from students about needs, wants, likes and dislikes. It is also a good tool for us to communicate why things are the way they are. Parties walk away with a better understanding of food service operation," Sodexho Director of Operations Mike Neal said.

Meetings are open to all students and are held one Tuesday a month in Fireside at 4:30 p.m. The food service committee, created by Student Association, gives students the ability to offer their opinions on general menu changes, including the availability and quantity of items.

"One thing that was changed last year was that grilled cheese was only offered on one day and tomato soup a different day. I personally like them together so I asked if they could be served on the same day," Showman said.

Showman said another suggestion that was heavily focused upon was an increase in the amount of protein being served. While not all comments result in immediate change, students are able to receive on the spot feedback as to the realm of possibilities.

"I would encourage students to attend because their taste in food or opinion of food service won't be represented otherwise," Showman said.

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