A quick rundown of some of the stories you'll find at today.appstate.edu.
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This is Appalachian Today, a bimonthly rundown of some of the stories you’ll find online at today.appstate.edu. From Anne Belk Hall on Appalachian’s Boone Campus, I’m Dave Blanks.
New renovations, services and staff positions at Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining facilities are designed to enhance the culinary experience, build community and improve food safety and access.
The upgrades include recent renovations at Rivers Street Cafe in Roess Dining Hall and Park Place at the Pond in Trivette Hall, both located on App State's Boone campus. The $3.8 million renovation project began in May and was completed in August, with funding coming from dining receipts.
According to Campus Dining’s director of residential dining, Stan Chamberlain, the renovations to Rivers Street have created a more open concept allowing for easier access and movement throughout the space.
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App State has renovated its All Access locations, and several updates have been made for a more inclusive experience for those with dietary restrictions.
On Wednesday, a guest chef who has served a variety of meals to famous individuals including former president Barack Obama visited App State and served a menu of dishes to students. Rob Kinneen served the Indigenous Alaskan menu to students at Rivers Street Cafe, hosted by Campus Dining. Kinneen served gluten and dairy-free cedar-sumac braised.