The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) recognized 12 Aramark Collegiate Hospitality partner universities with 17 awards for their outstanding commitment to dining excellence. Recognition includes the Loyal E. Horton Dining Awards, Nutrition Awards, and Sustainability Awards.
“At Aramark Collegiate Hospitality, our goal is to be community cultivators. We curate experiences that honor and build on the university’s traditions,” said Jack Donovan, President and CEO of Aramark Collegiate Hospitality. “The hospitality eco-system we work together to create attracts new students and supports their success throughout their academic journey. These awards are a testament to our ever-evolving commitment to culinary and service excellence on each campus we serve.”
Aramark Collegiate Hospitality's 2025 Winners
Loyal E. Horton Dining Awards
The Loyal E. Horton Dining Awards are named for a NACUFS founder and past president. These awards celebrate innovative ideas.
Innovative Dining Program of the Year
- University of Mississippi (Gold)
Retail Sales: Single Concept of the Year
- Jacksonville University (Silver)
- University of North Carolina – Wilmington (Silver)
- University of Hartford (Honorable Mention)
Retail Sales: Multiple Concepts of the Year
- University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (Silver)
Retail Sales: Marketplace of the Year
- Purdue University (Gold)
Residential Dining Facility of the Year
- Samford University (Silver)
- University of Alabama (Silver)
Employee Development Program of the Year
- Grand Valley State University (Gold)
- University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill (Gold)
Catering Special Event of the Year
- Grand Valley State University (Bronze)
Nutrition Awards
The Nutrition Awards recognize the outstanding nutrition and wellness programs implemented within collegiate foodservice programs.
Wellness and Nutrition Program of the Year
- Grand Valley State University (Silver)
Special Diet Program of the Year
- University of North Carolina – Wilmington (Silver)
Sustainability Awards
The Sustainability Awards recognize dining services’ contribution to a clean environment.
Social Justice
- Boston University (Gold)
- James Madison University (Silver)
Sustainable Procurement
- Southwestern University – Georgetown (Silver)
Carbon Neutrality
- University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill (Gold)
Read the full list of 2025 award winners. The official award presentation will take place at the NACUFS 2025 National Conference in July in Salt Lake City, Utah.
