Food Services wins prize in dining hall contest

ood Services last month was an award-winner in the 29th Annual Loyal E. Horton Dining Awards Contest in the category of dining hall concept. UMass placed third in its category.

     The contest is organized by the National College and University Food Service Association (NACUFS). The award is given annually to colleges that display an outstanding program in dining concepts, marketing, innovation, dining menus and nutritional value, and customer satisfaction.

     UMass is the only school in the nation that has consistently ranked in one of the top three positions over the past three years and the only public school that was a top-three winner this year, said Ken Toong, director of Dining and Retail Food Services.

     "We are very pleased with the results and proud of our achievements, thanks to the hard work of a great staff," Toong said. "Being recognized by our peers is truly an honor."