Foodservice Directors Symposium
NACUFS invites senior-level collegiate foodservice leaders to apply for a program grant to attend the Operator Roundtables and the Foodservice Directors Symposium. One leader from a limited number of member schools will be selected to receive the program grant, covering participation in both events.
Possible topics for the symposium may include:
- Technology integration
- Budget optimization
- Addressing staffing challenges
- Adaptation to changing student expectations
- Succession planning and mentoring
- Supporting student health & wellness
- Communicating dining’s value to campus administrators
- Leading organizational change
- Navigating broader challenges in higher education
- Exploring trends in foodservice
Through this personalized format, participants will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to address the evolving challenges in their dining operations.
Program Costs
Through the generous and continuing support for member learning from NACUFS industry members, each institution selected in 2024 received a program grant valued at $1,475. The program grant covers the symposium registration fee and hotel for three nights.
Individuals are responsible for covering their own travel expenses, including ground transportation to and from the airport, as well as two lunches and one dinner during the program. The roundtable opening reception, all breakfasts, all breaks and a symposium closing dinner are included.