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BOONE, N.C. — Beginning July 1, Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining (formerly named Food Services) will operate Wired Scholar in Belk Library and Information Commons and Crossroads in Plemmons Student Union.
The coffee shops were previously operated by Danny Mauney, who also owns the local businesses Red Onion, The TApp Room and Red Moon Hospitality.
Director of Campus Dining Pam Cline said the transition will be “seamless,” and that student favorites, including pastries from local bakeries Stick Boy Bread Company and Local Lion, and locally brewed coffee, will remain available.
The change to university ownership will allow the coffee shops to be further incorporated into student life, according to Associate Vice Chancellor of Campus Services John Eckman.
“We are including programming, student employment, extended hours during exams, feedback through Campus Dining’s existing partnership with the Student Government Association, and an established relationship with students through dining advisory boards,” he said.
“We are excited to partner with the Division of Student Affairs and the library to come up with new ideas that connect with students and meet their needs,” Eckman said. “Campus Dining contributes to the student experience by providing food-driven experiences that align with the mission of the university, and we can now extend those experiences to the students, faculty and staff who come to the coffee shops.”
“It is a natural fit to welcome the coffee shops into Campus Dining and continue to provide a space for community building, studying, entertainment and student programming,” Cline said. “When students walk through the doors of our coffee shops, we want them to be able to get what they need and go on to conquer the rest of their day.”
There are no plans to re-name the coffee shops.
Campus Dining is a self-operated service of Appalachian that is managed and staffed by state employees and Appalachian students. The funds generated from the department are invested back into the university and local community.
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About Campus Dining
Campus Dining is owned and operated by Appalachian State University and offers dining services tailored to the campus community’s specific needs. With three dining facilities and daily catering events, Campus Dining provides opportunities for nourishment and also building and fostering relationships over shared meals and experiences. Campus Dining is committed to serving the Appalachian Community using sustainable practices such as local sourcing and contributing to campus composting and a constantly evolving partnership with the Office of Sustainability. Learn more at https://dining.appstate.edu.
About Student Affairs at App State
Student Affairs at App State supports student success and well-being by fostering a culture of care, inclusion and engagement. Its mission is to develop lifelong learners and dynamic leaders through meaningful experiences that challenge and support students. Grounded in a commitment to care, engage and transform, Student Affairs creates a student-centered environment that encourages resilience, leadership, service and global learning. Student Affairs encompasses the following units: Campus Activities, Case Management, the Child Development Center, Community-Engaged Leadership, Counseling and Psychological Services, Office of the Dean of Students, New Mountaineer and Family Engagement, Off-Campus Student Services, Plemmons Student Union, Student Conduct, M.S. Shook Student Health Service, Student Legal Services, Student Veteran Services, University Recreation, and Wellness and Prevention Services. Learn more at https://studentaffairs.appstate.edu.
About Appalachian State University
As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, cost-effective education. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.
