Quick Questions: Why Did Val Add More Compost Bins?
This semester, almost all of Valentine Dining Hall’s trash bins were converted into compost bins. Managing Features Editor Humphrey Chen ’26 explains why this happened.
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Dueling Emails Reignite Dining Hall Debates
Recent calls for students to stop taking dining materials from Val have resurfaced longstanding debates about the removal of to-go containers and overcrowding in the dining hall. Val says it has had to order more than 9,000 forks this year.
College Announces New Director of Dining Services
The college will welcome Bill Connor, former director of acclaimed dining programs at Westfield State University and Johns Hopkins University, as the new director of dining services, effective March 29.
Valentine Dining Hall Moves Forward Following Flueckiger’s Resignation
After Director of Dining Services Joe Flueckiger resigned last month, hiring plans are underway for a new head of dining operations. Administration and dining leadership spoke to The Student about this process and their visions for the future of Amherst dining.
Prices Increase in Cafes Across Campus
Following a 15 percent price increase in food options at the Frost Café and the Science Center Café due to rising inflation nationwide, students express frustration.
Revamping Dining
Following Joe Flueckiger’s departure, the Editorial Board reflects on what it values most about Val and what changes they hope to see as dining transitions to new leadership.
Flueckiger Steps Down as Head of Dining Services
Joe Flueckiger, who has served as executive director of dining and hospitality services for more than six years, resigned earlier this week. He shared his reflections on his time in the role.