After a competitive RFP process and careful consideration, Salem State University selected Aramark as its new Dining Services partner effective June 1, 2019.
“Salem State University sought a partner committed to carrying out our vision for a re-imagined dining experience on our campus,” said Karen House, vice president of finance and facilities at Salem State University. “Our Dining Task Force, along with campus leaders in finance and facilities and student life, were impressed with Aramark’s ability to offer high quality foods, innovative concepts and an outstanding value.”
Based on input from students, faculty and staff, Aramark will focus on delivering a new vision for dining on campus that includes: greater food option variety such as a Panera Bread in its retail food court, authentic cultural offerings, expanded options for individuals with food allergies and other dietary restrictions, and a “Create Kitchen,” that enables students to receive cooking instruction and make meals themselves.
The program features reimagined dining spaces, increased dining hours across campus, and 24/7 anytime dining. It also includes innovative commuter meal plans, allowing commuter students greater access to the same dining opportunities of those living on campus.
”We are proud to partner with Salem State University to transform the campus dining experience for students, faculty and staff,” said Jeff Gilliam, President of Aramark’s Higher Education Division. “There will be many enhancements made on campus for the fall semester and beyond.”
About Salem State University
Salem State University, established in 1854, is a comprehensive, public institution of higher learning located approximately 15 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts. One of the largest state universities in the Commonwealth, Salem State enrolls more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It offers 32 undergraduate programs and graduate programs that offer degrees in 24 fields. The university also has a continuing education division that offers both credit and non-credit programs. Known for the academic strength of its faculty, Salem State was named a Top Producer of U.S. Fulbright Scholars in 2011 and for the 2016-2017 academic year. The university is designated a Top College and University by Military Advanced Education and a Best for Vets College by Military Times. Salem State proudly participates in the National Study of Learning, Voting, and Engagement and has shown a student voting rate well above the national average, earning the university a silver seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.
About Aramark
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world’s leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 19 countries around the world with food, facilities, and uniform services. Because our culture is rooted in service, our employees strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. Aramark has been named to DiversityInc’s “Top 50 Companies for Diversity” list, the Forbes list of “America’s Best Employers for Diversity,” the HRC’s “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality” and scored 100% on the Disability Equality Index. Learn more at www.aramark.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
