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Aramark Collegiate Hospitality Selected to Transform Campus Dining and Hospitality Services at University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Aramark Collegiate Hospitality Selected to Transform Campus Dining and Hospitality Services at University of Colorado Colorado
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Aramark Collegiate Hospitality, a leading provider of higher education dining and hospitality services, today announced a new long-term partnership with the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) to operate and enhance campus dining, retail dining, catering, and hospitality programs across the university. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260805758975/en/ The partnership represents Aramark Collegiate Hospitality's first collaboration within the University of Colorado System, strengthening the company's growing presence in Colorado and expanding its commitment to supporting public higher education institutions through innovative campus dining solutions and student-centered hospitality programs. "UCCS's commitment to innovation and student success makes them an ideal partner for Aramark," said Barbara Flanagan, President and CEO of Aramark Collegiate Hospitality. "Together, we're creating a dining and hospitality program that reflects the unique culture of the Mountain Lion community while preparing for the future of higher education dining. As Gen Alpha students begin arriving on college campuses in the years ahead, expectations around wellness, convenience, personalization, and meaningful dining experiences will continue to evolve. Our partnership positions UCCS at the forefront of those changes." UCCS selected Aramark Collegiate Hospitality based on a shared commitment to student success, operational excellence, and collaborative innovation. The new dining program will introduce enhanced retail dining options, expanded food and beverage offerings, strategic partnerships with national and local restaurant brands, and opportunities for student-developed concepts and entrepreneurial initiatives. In addition to elevating campus dining, the partnership will expand community-building experiences through themed events, cultural celebrations, social dining programs, and hospitality experiences designed to increase student engagement and campus connection. "At UCCS, we are committed to providing a university experience that supports our students in every aspect of campus life," said University of Colorado Colorado Springs Chancellor Jennifer Sobanet. "Dining is an important part of that experience, and our partnership with Aramark reflects that commitment by bringing more variety, ...