Bearcat Byte

For the last episode of the semester, I was able to sit down with two new BUDS interns, Laney and Maddie, to revisit some of our best foodie debates from this semester. Thank you so much for listening and get excited for the Bearcat Byte to return in a new way in the fall! Congratulations to the class of 2021, and have an awesome summer!

On today's episode, I was able to sit down with six incredibly talented, graduating Marketing interns; Hana, Liz, Haley, Courtney, Laura, and Kaitlyn! Tune in to hear their reflections on their time at BUDS and how their internships have helped them grow as professionals, as well as help to shape their futures. You don't want to miss it! Congratulations to our graduating interns! Thank you!

On today's episode, I sat down with the Bearcat Byte's first repeat guest, General Manager of Resident Dining, John Enright, to discuss the plans for Hinman Dining Hall, which is on track to reopen this August. Tune in to get an inside look! And listen for a key word to get a free cookie with the purchase of any sub from Subway, today, Monday, April 26, and tomorrow, Tuesday, April 27, while supplies last! 

Ciao! On today's episode, we discuss how we are celebrating National Grilled Cheese Day and Italian Night! I was able to sit down with the fantastic Dr. Dana Stewart, collegiate professor of Mountainview and Hinman, and professor in the Romance Languages department, to talk about Italian Night on Thursday. There are so many activities to take part in at Appalachian Dining Hall (even a way to get a free cannoli), so you don't want to miss it! In celebration of National Grilled Cheese Day, make sure to listen in for a key word to get a free side of waffle fries with the purchase of a grilled cheese at Breakfast, Burgers & Beyond, on Monday, April 12, while supplies last!

On today's episode we have a special foodie debate with BUDS Graphic Design Intern, Liz Lee, where we debate which part of a brownie is really the best... the corner or the center? This upcoming Thursday, April 8, is a Campus Rejuvenation Day! Sleep in and enjoy a brunch at your closest dining hall. Be sure to tune in to find out how we're celebrating National Empanada Day and Poutine Night on Thursday as well. Also, special shoutout to our Instagram Birthday Giveaway winner, Kara West! Happy birthday! If you’re celebrating a birthday, you can go to Gifts & More on binghamtonudining.com and choose from a selection of cakes, cookies, and cupcakes, to order, all baked fresh daily by the Bearcat Bakery!

On today's episode, we discuss the Stop Hunger Food Drive, and how students, faculty, and staff can help a neighbor in need, by making a donation at checkout at most on-campus dining locations. All proceeds benefit CHOW® and the Binghamton University Food Pantry. To learn more about the Food Pantry, I sat down with student employee and intern supervisor, Matthew Pangburn. This episode, we also provide the keyword to get a free medium hot or cold brew coffee, on Monday, March 29, and Tuesday, March 30, with the purchase of any item at Einstein's. Limit one coffee per customer while supplies last. Also a shout-out to our Instagram Birthday Giveaways over @bingcampusfood, posted on the first of every month, where you can enter to win a free birthday cake!

On today's episode, we hear another great foodie debate about whether you should cut a sandwich in half, or diagonally, with self-proclaimed foodie, Taylor Irizarry. We also hear a preview of our upcoming Be You Dining post with Isolation Meal specialist, Chad Watkins! This week, we are celebrating National Cheesesteak Day and National Waffle Day. Listen in to see how you can celebrate these occasions with BUDS, and stay tuned to the end to see how you can get a free cake pop from Starbucks on Monday 3/22 and Tuesday 3/23, while supplies last.

On today's episode, we introduce our first official foodie debate, with BUDS Graphic Design intern, Evan Lau! We cover one of the most challenging food questions of all time... is a hot dog a sandwich? We are also joined by Binghamton University's Director of Resident Dining, John Enright, to discuss St. Patrick's Day, his family traditions for the holiday, and how he brings that positive energy to campus dining. Happy St. Patrick's Day!

In today's episode, I sit down with one of BUDS' incredible registered dietitians, Alexa Schmidt, to discuss nutrition on campus, our new Health & Wellness Instagram series, and National Nutrition Month! If you have any questions, or want to sign up for a FREE nutritional consultation, Alexa Schmidt (RD, CDN), and Julie Lee's (MS, RD, CDN) contact information can be found over on binghamtonudining.com. 

In today's episode, we learn about how BUDS is celebrating National Employee Appreciation Day this year, with HR Manager, Harriette Newsom! Did know that you can highlight exceptional BUDS employees by going to tinyurl.com/votenowthx? Well now you know!

Welcome to the first episode of the Bearcat Byte! Today, we are breaking down some of the new changes this semester in campus dining, discussing upcoming events, and highlighting our Meal Plan supervisor, Laura Milspaw, through our Be You Dining series at BUDS. 

Trailer for the Binghamton University Dining Services official podcast, the Bearcat Byte!