A measured review of Duquesne dining options

Eliyahu Gasson | opinions editor Last month I wrote a column for The Duke in which I graded each of the academic buildings on Duquesne’s campus. This article is much the same; however, the subject matter is far more important. Learning cannot be done effectively on an empty stomach. I want to make clear that this article is not an attack on the staff who … Continue reading A measured review of Duquesne dining options

On-campus dining is improving, but not yet perfect

09/13/2018 By Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor If you’re a freshman, there’s a good chance you’re probably wondering what the heck is up with Duquesne’s food situation. Hogan Dining Center in Towers is a far cry from home-cooked meals you might be used to, and the pizza you can pick up at Incline is, like, mostly grease. In a uniquely bad way. The truth is, … Continue reading On-campus dining is improving, but not yet perfect

Chick-fil-A Express among new dining additions at Duquesne

Liza Zulick | Staff Writer Major changes are coming to Duquesne’s dining options in the fall. New additions include a Chick-fil-A Express and an improved Mexican food kiosk in the Options Food Court and a complete remodeling of the Student Union’s Starbucks. Construction will begin on the new dining projects after commencement in May. According to Scott Richards, Duquesne’s executive director of auxiliary services, student … Continue reading Chick-fil-A Express among new dining additions at Duquesne

Duquesne on zero dollars a day

By: Kaye Burnet | The Duquesne Duke I wake a few minutes earlier than usual, get ready for the day and scurry toward the Assumption Hall lobby. When I enter, boxes of fresh donuts and steaming thermoses of hot chocolate and coffee greet me. The best part is: this breakfast won’t cost me a thing. After receiving the millionth “Advice and a Slice” email from … Continue reading Duquesne on zero dollars a day

Serving up smiles: Duquesne Dining’s Shonetta

By: Marnie Schleicher | The Duquesne Duke A line of Duquesne students holding to-go boxes forms in front of an unattended Off Ramp cash register with not an employee in sight. One boy finds the courage to approach the small group of workers taking breaks on the other side of the room and asks, “Can anyone check us out?” Shonetta Ahywood looks up and sees the … Continue reading Serving up smiles: Duquesne Dining’s Shonetta

Meals with wheels: Culinary Cab gives late night grub

By: Adam Kelly | The Duquesne Duke  It’s no secret that Duquesne has changed its menu this year for on-campus dining. Perhaps the most unique food addition for students on campus cannot be found in Towers, the Union or any building for that matter. In fact, this eatery has no permanent location. The Culinary Cab, a food truck in operation Thursday through Saturday from 9 … Continue reading Meals with wheels: Culinary Cab gives late night grub