If you have dined at the cafeteria recently, odds are you have noticed a slight change has been made. While the food itself remains the same, the plates, bowls, cups and utensils used in the cafeteria have transitioned from disposable to reusable. This recent substitution is all thanks to the new dishwasher that has since…
Students complain of gluten-induced illnesses, other dietary concerns
The Oklahoma City University dining venues serve approximately 1,600 students a day, 900 of which go to the cafeteria, while Alvin’s Market and Kitchen 1904 serve about 700 combined. However, some students have come forward saying they feel their dietary needs are not being fulfilled by the venues, frequently becoming sick due to mislabeling and cross contamination of gluten-free meals, specifically, as well as vegan and vegetarian meals. This is significantly dangerous in some medical cases such as celiac disease, which, if gluten continues to be ingested, other serious complications can occur in a student’s health such as Type 1 diabetes, anemia, infertility, heart disease, intestinal cancer and many more.
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Student sick after food mislabeling in caf
Students are frustrated by vegan and vegetarian food in the caf being mislabeled and containing animal products, resulting in one student getting sick.
Caf to cover peanuts, protect students with airborne allergies
Dining officials are taking precautions to cover peanuts in the caf after a student with airborne peanut allergies experienced allergic reactions.
editorial: Students encouraged to provide survey feedback
After reading student responses to a survey, Chartwells officials made changes, giving students what they want.
Caf hires new executive chef, plans menu improvements
Students can expect better food quality and more international cuisine from the caf’s new chef.
Officials discuss extending caf hours, updating meal plans
Some students want dining officials to consider extended dinner hours in the caf.
Dining officials celebrate caf grand reopening, plan new programs
During the summer, the space was given new flooring, paint, light fixtures, furniture, and decorations.
Feature Friday: Steve the caf cockroach
Many students expressed fear and revulsion when they found a cockroach near the hummus in the caf. Those who got to know little Steve, however, found him to be quite a hoot.
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Campus cook organizes month-long Valentine’s celebrations
Willie Butler, weekend campus cook, organized a Valentine’s Day celebration that will last all of February in the Caf.
Campus cook organizes month-long Valentine’s celebrations
Willie Butler, weekend campus cook, organized a Valentine’s Day celebration that will last all of February in the Caf.
Food service app allows students to plan meals ahead of time
A new app from Sodexo, the campus food service provider, allows students to plan their meals without having to step inside the caf at all.
Ice cream served in caf non-dairy, not dairy-free
Students with dairy allergies should take caution before eating the ice cream served in the caf. The ice cream isn’t actually dairy-free, as many students my think, and people with certain dairy allergies shouldn’t eat it.
Valentine’s Day Brunch [Video]
Willie Butler, weekend grill man, hosted a special brunch for Valentine’s day. He did this to show his gratitude to the OCU community, but also to show the men of OCU how to properly treat women.
SGA to address student concerns with food service [Video]
The Student Government Association’s Sodexo Resolution was passed by consent last week.
The man behind the grill
“It’s my responsibility to treat you well–like a name, not a number,” Willie said. “You’re not a meal plan. You’re a person.”
Ten delicious caf combinations
Everyone gets sick of caf food after a while. Here are ten suggestions to spice up your meals without leaving the caf. 1. BLT brunch bagel Grab a bagel, lettuce, and tomato from the sandwich station. Then, add some bacon from the classics line. If it’s not brunch, you can use bacon bits, but you’ll…
SGA installs new communication device to engage students
By Lauren Matheny, Lifestyles Editor A new method of communication has appeared outside the caf. The scrolling marquee sign was placed outside of the caf by the Student Government Association, which bought the sign this spring for $3,060. Student Senate approved the sign and included the expense for it in the Spring 2015 budget….
Officials urged to reevaluate food prices
By The Editors Dining on campus is always a touchy subject with students across the nation. Food is one of the top complaints on college campuses, according to studentadvisor.com. Hundreds of students were surveyed to find out what their top complaints about college are. Lack of diversity and tuition also made the list. The…
Serving pancakes in tradition before Lent
Wednesday at the Wesley will host Flat Tuesday, a traditional pancake dinner marking the last day before the season of Lent. Flat Tuesday is a free event from 5-6:15 p.m. Feb. 17 in Watson Lounge in the lower of the Chapel. The season of Lent is the six weeks leading up to Easter, it is…
Holiday decorations spread cheer across campus
The OCU campus has turned festive with the advent of the holiday season. Buildings across campus have blossomed with holiday cheer. Take a virtual tour of the bedecked campus with Student Publications.
OCU celebrates International Education Week
The OCU Study Abroad department will celebrate International Education Week with a variety of events and presentations.
Native American Heritage Week begins
The Native American Society is hosting Native American Heritage Week this week.
Democracy Plaza hosts “Last Chance Picnic”
By Submitted Democracy Plaza, the Center for Student Leadership’s initiative to educate student voters, will host a picnic dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday on the quad. The Last Chance Picnic has been designed to give students one last chance to register to vote, while informing them about important issues in this year’s election….
