Date & Time: Wednesday, July 23rd at 2 p.m. ET
The power, influence and value of food are undisputed. The vast majority of faculty, staff and students believe meal-catered events and meetings provide a better way to connect, socialize, foster inclusivity, and drive attendance*, according to a comprehensive May 2025 study of higher ed institutions across the U.S.
In this 30-minute Ed Talk, attendees will hear these and other stats from this survey, along with actionable insights on how higher ed leaders can respond to what faculty, staff and students are saying about food management. Discover how university staff and students utilize food to enhance campus engagement while creating operational efficiencies. Real-life case studies from universities will showcase these strategies in action.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the influence of food on campus engagement
- Learn about the challenges and preferences in managing food for campus meetings and events
- Discover methods for efficient budget and expense management
- Gain insights into vendor consolidation, food spend visibility, and compliance
- Review real-life case studies of successful strategy implementations at universities
*Of faculty and staff, 87% believe providing food offers a way to connect and socialize and 86% agree providing food drives attendance at events.
*Of students, 81% say they feel more connected to their peers when food is provided at group events and 82% say they are more likely to attend an optional event if food is offered, compared to 74% of staff.
*84% of faculty, staff and students agree that a diverse set of food options fosters inclusivity.
Speaker
Courtney Larabee, Senior Manager Corporate Solutions, ezCater
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