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Boston Globe
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
UMass Amherst tops the list (again) for best campus food, according to The Princeton Review
Ken Toong, assistant vice chancellor of UMass Auxiliary Enterprises, which includes Advertisement 'This achievement is a testament to the dedication and passion of our students, faculty members, staff, culinary team and university administration,' Toong said in a statement. The Princeton Review rankings cover 50 categories, including LGBTQ-Friendly (No. 1 was College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine) and Best College Newspaper (Emerson College ranked No. 2, after Columbia University) and Best College Theater (Emerson College snagged second place for this, too, behind Wagner College in New York). The rankings were based on surveys of 170,000 students at 391 schools, and how those students answered specific questions about their schools. The rankings can be viewed online and in 'The Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition' book that went on sale Tuesday. Rob Franek, editor-in-chief of The Princeton Review and the book's lead author, said the colleges that make the ranking lists are 'a truly select group' that represent about 15 percent of nearly 2,400 four-year institutions in the country. Advertisement 'The colleges that make our ranking lists do so entirely as a result of their own students' opinions of them,' Franek said in a statement. 'We don't rank colleges based on our opinion of them nor would we crown a school 'best' overall. It is what the students attending the colleges in this book tell us about their experiences at their schools that determines on which lists the schools appear in our book.' Emily Sweeney can be reached at
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Culinary titans coming to 31st annual ‘Chef Culinary Conference' at UMass Amherst
AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – Global food icons, award-winning chefs, and thought leaders in health and sustainability will gather at UMass Amherst for the 31st annual Chef Culinary Conference. Hosted by UMass Dining, which has been ranked No. 1 in the nation by The Princeton Review for eight consecutive years, the conference is expected to bring together more than 550 participants from across the culinary, nutrition, and academic landscapes. Free concert lineup announced for The Big E Fair in September This year's theme, 'Power of Food: Harmonizing Health, Food, Culture and Sustainability,' sets the tone for a week of innovation and collaboration that aims to redefine the role of food in society, especially among Gen Z communities and higher education institutions. 'This is where the future of food is being crafted,' said Ken Toong, Associate Vice Chancellor of Auxiliary Enterprises at UMass Amherst. 'This conference transcends mere technique and trends; it encapsulates a bold vision, steadfast values, and a commitment to harnessing food as a means to heal, connect, and empower generations to come.' Among the high-profile guests attending the event: Alice Waters, a culinary pioneer and founder of Chez Panisse, widely regarded as the matriarch of the farm-to-table movement. Jet Tila, Food Network personality and acclaimed chef, who will host a live 'Cutthroat Kitchen' competition. Dan Barber, co-owner of Blue Hill at Stone Barns, both of which have earned green Michelin stars for their commitment to sustainability. Jessica B. Harris, esteemed historian of African diaspora foodways and professor emerita at Queens College, CUNY. Walter Willett, globally renowned epidemiologist and nutrition researcher from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Tareq Hadhad, Syrian Canadian entrepreneur and CEO of Peace by Chocolate Carolyn O'Neil, registered dietitian and Emmy-winning journalist. Rob Franek, editor-in-chief of The Princeton Review and expert in higher education. The week-long conference will feature a dynamic slate of programming designed to engage chefs, dietitians, educators, and student leaders. Attendees can expect: Over 30 hands-on workshops led by elite chefs and Johnson & Wales faculty Harvard doctors presenting on gut health, student wellness, and lifestyle medicine A Gen Z panel sharing perspectives on food, belonging, and identity in campus dining A Leadership Symposium exploring AI, sustainability, and marketing in foodservice C-suite panels and forums covering diversity, communication, and climate strategy A two-day healthcare segment in collaboration with UMass School of Public Health & Health Sciences Culinary competitions, including Jet Tila's 'Cutthroat Kitchen' showdown Live demos, cultural tastings, and a vendor trade show featuring future-forward foodservice innovations More than 70 universities will be represented at the event, which is expected to draw leaders from across the U.S. and beyond, all focused on shaping the next era of food in education and healthcare settings. Full details and registration information are available online. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Register for this year's annual UMass 5K Dash & Dine
AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – UMass Dining is hosting the 14th annual 5K Dash & Dine on Saturday, April 26th! This event is open to students and the community with the goal of raising funds for the Amherst Survival Center. The deadline to register is midnight on April 24th. After the race, stay for a delicious lunch in the award-winning dining commons. 9 a.m. – Check-in 10 a.m. – Fun Run for children 8 and under 11 a.m. – Race begins 11:30 a.m. – Award ceremony 12 p.m. – Lunch in Berksire Dining Commons 'The UMass 5K Dash & Dine is an annual effort made to support the community in increasing awareness of personal wellness while addressing food security on and off campus,' said Ken Toong, Associate Vice Chancellor Auxiliary Enterprises, University of Massachusetts, Amherst. 'Our goal is to create exciting initiatives that simultaneously support individuals' personal wellness goals and help our neighbors in need. Our vision of success is built on being a true partner to the community, and working together to create meaningful and lasting impact.' For more information visit WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
