Nutrition News
Randy Lait Receives Silver Plate Award
July 1, 2019 | By jhgilmor Randy Lait was honored on May 18 with the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association Silver Plate award for his contributions to the advancement of college and university foodservice, specifically for his work at NC State University. He was among several other leaders representing nine segments of the foodservice industry. “Being an IFMA... View Article
NC State Dining Looks to Expand Plant Based Options on Campus By Hosting Vegan Cookie Sampling Event
As more and more Americans adopt a vegan, vegetarian, or flexitarian diet, food establishments nationwide must adapt to the changing dietary pattern by providing more plant-based options. NC State University has recognized the steadily rising “plant-forward” student population; that is, those who are adding more plants into their diets and reducing consumption of meat and/or animal products.
NC State Dining Promotes Sustainability and Plant Forward Diets at Annual Earth Fair
By Olivia Chadwick On the sunny morning of April 22nd, 2019, dozens of local vendors began setting up their booths in NC State’s “Brickyard”, preparing for an Earth-loving celebration. Every year in April, the NC State Sustainability Office hosts Earth Fair, an outdoor, “Earth focused” event that features sustainable ideas, hands-on demonstrations, and captivating exhibits... View Article