On-campus dining changes with switch from Sodexo

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Sept. 15, 2014. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor Kombucha, anyone? Last spring’s transition from Sodexo’s contract food service with the university to UCCS Dining Services altered menus, food options and student employment opportunities. Director of Food Services Mark Hayes, collaborated with Russ Saunkeah, executive chef and associateContinueContinue reading “On-campus dining changes with switch from Sodexo”

The Flying Carrot: Food literacy in a bus

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Dec. 2, 2013. By Eleanor SkeltonScience and Business Editor If The Flying Carrot sounds like a superhero, then its mission is to educate Colorado Springs about food. The Flying Carrot is a collaboration between UCCS and the Pikes Peak Community Foundation. It was founded by NannaContinueContinue reading “The Flying Carrot: Food literacy in a bus”

Nutrition Club to analyze food origins with ‘American Meat’

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Feb. 18, 2013. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor A hamburger may not be the most thought-provoking food, but the Nutrition Club is asking students to think about how their food is treated before it arrives in stores. For those who wonder where meat productsContinueContinue reading “Nutrition Club to analyze food origins with ‘American Meat’”