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Carrie Frobe Named Interim Director of Campus Dining

Syracuse University Campus Dining has named Carrie Frobe as the Interim Director of Campus Dining. Frobe was previously the Associate Director of Retail Dining, a role she had held since beginning her tenure at Syracuse University in October 2024. In that position, she managed all retail dining locations on campus, including campus cafes, convenience stores, and the food courts at Schine and Goldstein Student Centers.

In her new role, Frobe will oversee both retail and residential dining on campus and work closely with Campus Dining culinary and management teams to continue to provide convenient, nutritious, and delicious food to the Syracuse University community. She will report directly to Cheryl Fabrizi, Associate Vice President of Auxiliary Services.

According to Frobe, her leadership style will be characterized by boots-on-the-ground listening and learning from students. She’ll be a frequent visitor to dining centers, and wants to hear from students – what they like, what they don’t like, what they want to see more of, etc. She’ll take that feedback and work with Corporate Executive Chef Richard Leonardo, Assistant Director of Nutrition Management Ashley Leone, and Associate Director of Residential Dining Kevin Stillman to ensure that the dining options on campus match current culinary trends, offer students variety, and meet the nutritional needs of the campus community.

Prior to her time at Syracuse, Frobe held leadership roles in campus dining at the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University. She has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and food service industry.

Campus Store and Merchandise Availability for Football Season

With the start of the football season, the University has announced expanded hours and locations for merchandise sales to accommodate fans attending games.

The Campus Store, located in the Schine Student Center, will open when activities begin on the Kenneth A. Shaw Quadrangle and close shortly after kickoff on game days. The store offers two floors of merchandise, with items available in men, women, youth and unisex categories for fans of all ages.

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What’s New at Campus Dining in Fall 2025?

As students, faculty and staff are welcomed back to campus for the fall semester, Campus Dining is celebrating upgrades at several of its retail locations and introducing a new, health-forward station at Ernie Davis, responding to student feedback about dietary needs and preferences and fresh and clean ingredient choices.

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Navigate Syracuse Like a Pro: Your Digital Toolkit for University Life

Whether you’re a first-year student or returning to campus, staying connected and informed is key to a successful year. From mobile apps that streamline your daily routine to social media accounts that keep you in the loop, this guide highlights the essential digital resources to bookmark, download or follow. Make your campus experience smarter, safer and more connected!

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Syracuse University, Coca-Cola Enter Into Pouring Rights Agreement

Syracuse University has signed The Coca-Cola Company as the official non-alcoholic beverage partner of the University and Syracuse University Athletics.

The agreement, which took effect on July 1, comes after a competitive year-long strategic evaluation process, led by a working group made up of representatives from Athletics, Auxiliary Services, Student Experience, the Office of Sustainability Management, the Office of the General Counsel, and Procurement and Supplier Payment.

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Summer Snacking: What to Try on Campus

As the Syracuse campus transitions into the Maymester and Summer Sessions, Campus Dining reminds students, faculty and staff remaining on campus that some of their locations remain open throughout the summer months for all of their breakfast, lunch and snacking needs. Need an iced coffee, an ice cream sundae or 12 jumbo sweet BBQ wings? There’s a spot on campus for that.

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Auxiliary Services Announces Vending Services Transition

Auxiliary Services has announced a new service approach for campus vending services.

In the initial phase of the transition, which began May 12, Servomation, a Central New York-based vending services company, assumed operation of all existing campus vending equipment. Snacks and beverages will continue to be offered, and as the vendor utilizes real-time sales data, product offerings will evolve and change to meet campus needs. Product restocking began May 15.

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Syracuse University Announces Graduate by Hilton as Brand Partner for New Campus Hotel

As part of its comprehensive housing strategy, Syracuse University today announced it has selected Graduate by Hilton as the brand partner for its upcoming development of a full-service hotel on University Avenue. The hotel is expected to open in the fall of 2027. Today’s announcement follows the University’s conversion of the former Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center into Orange Hall and builds on the University’s acquisition of the Hotel Skyler Syracuse, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection.

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Campus Dining Seeks Student Feedback in Survey, Open Until April 15

Syracuse University Campus Dining is asking students to complete a benchmarking survey administered by the National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS). The survey will run through Tuesday, April 15, This is the first time Syracuse University Campus Dining has participated in this type of survey, which NACUFS administers at colleges and universities nationwide.

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