The Statesman

Students prepare for the Union Starbucks closing set for next week

Jessica Chin • November 21, 2016

But Park and many Union Starbucks regulars won’t be able to relax at the iconic location after it officially closes on Nov. 29.

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East Side Dining official opening Nov. 14

Mahreen Khan • November 13, 2016

East Side Dining will be hosting its grand opening Nov. 14, presenting a number of new food court style options.

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Students storm West Side Dining in protest of new meal swipe system

Rebecca Liebson and Jessica Chin • September 8, 2016

A small group of disgruntled students gathered outside of West Side Dining during Campus Life Time this past Wednesday to protest the new “swipe to enter” meal plan.

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Students criticize new meal swipe system

Matthew Yan • September 3, 2016

Over the summer, many changes to the meal plans and dining options occurred in hopes of improving the dining experience, but some students aren't so happy about them.

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Student Union will undergo three-year renovation

Brittany Tesoriero • August 24, 2016

For the duration of the three-year renovation, the Student Union will not be operational.

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Raw fish on campus compromised

The Statesman • April 24, 2014

Campus Dining’s failure to freeze its raw fish properly may have put diners at risk for a parasite that causes diarrhea and vomiting, according to recent Suffolk County Department of Health Services inspection reports.

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Sewage water floods Union basement

Will Welch • March 4, 2014

Sewage water flooded the Stony Brook Union basement last Wednesday evening after grease, likely from the Union Commons, clogged the sewer main outside the building.

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Halal food programs leave students hungry for more

Chris Woods • November 5, 2013

Changes to the Faculty Student Association’s halal offerings this semester have left some students struggling to find adequate food on campus. Following the recontracting of the Jasmine food court this fall, the court no longer has the proper facilities to prepare halal meals. Instead, it relies on sealed, prepackaged “Halal NY” sandwiches from the Union Commons.

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Examining campus dining locations for health violations

The Statesman • May 8, 2013

Take a walk into one of the 12 eateries on the Stony Brook Campus and you are met by a variety of culinary picks. From steaming Indian curries and soft breads at Café Spice—the Jasmine Food Court in the Charles B. Wang Center—to the buffet-style service at the Student Activities Center, there is something for everyone.

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