Dining Services Reference collection, 1945-2001
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Summary
- Creator:
- Duke University. University Archives
- Abstract:
- The collection contains clippings, flyers for events and facilities, guides and handbooks, memoranda and correspondence, newsletters, menus and prices, and recipes and other materials concerning Duke University's Dining Services. This collection was compiled from a variety of sources by the University Archives for use in reference and research.
- Extent:
- 0.5 Linear Feet
250 Items - Language:
- Material in English
- Collection ID:
- UA.01.11.0024
- University Archives Record Group:
- 01 -- General Information and University History
01 -- General Information and University History > 11 -- Reference Collections
Background
- Scope and content:
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The collection contains clippings, flyers for events and facilities, guides and handbooks, memoranda and correspondence, newsletters, menus and prices, and recipes and other materials concerning Duke University's Dining Services.
- Biographical / historical:
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Chronology List Date Event 1927 East Union opens – Board Cafeteria; "Dope Shop" snack bar opens in Crowell building 1930 West Union opens – 2 a la carte cafeterias 1946 Ted Minah becomes Food Services Director (1946-1974) 1957 Gilbert-Addoms Hall opens – Board Cafeteria 1965 the independent union, the Duke Employee Benevolent society was organized (February 1965); they affiliated with the AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees)in Sept. 1965 1972 Merger of Woman's College and Trinity College 1974 Central Campus apartment completed – no dining facilities 1980 Mandatory Board eliminated on East Campus; electronic debit account implemented 1982 Bryan Center completed (1983 – first privatization initiative) 1984 Duke Card/non-traditional dining options available; enhancement projects completed on Central Campus bringing Uncle Harry's and The Pub. 1989 Dining Facilities retrenched to East Union – food court/cafeteria renovation; Gilbert-Addoms facility closed; "Dope Shop"closed 1993 First franchise brand (Li'l Dino Subs) and first national brand (Burger King) installed 1994 Levine Science Resource Center (LSRC) Dining Hall opens. 1995 the Marketplace on East Campus opens 2000 The Loop opens its doors; McDonald's opens in the Bryan Center 2001 Duke selects ARAMARK corp. to manage food services at eight campus dining locations including the Great Hall and the Marketplace 2005 The Refectory, a "green" environment-friendly eatery, opens in the Divinity School 2006 the Compass Group replaces ARAMARK as the dining management company. 2007 In July, the operation of West Campus' main dining area switched hands from Chartwells to Bon Appetit, a branch of the Compass Group; Faculty Commons changes its name to Upstairs@The Commons, and opens its doors to students. - Acquisition information:
- The Dining Services Reference Collection was compiled by University Archives staff from a variety of sources.
- Processing information:
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Processed by Archives Staff, January 2008
Encoded by Sherrie Bowser, January 2008
Updated by Molly Bragg, July 2011
Accessions were merged into one collection, described in this finding aid.
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- For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.
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- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
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Collection is open for research.
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[Identification of item], Dining Services Reference Collection, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.