The official renderings of the planned Patton Dining Hall renovations were unveiled to the Muskingum student body during a special presentation on September 12 in Chess Social Hall.
The newly-renovated Patton Dining Hall will include features such as a wood-fire pizza oven, charging stations for electronic devices, new seating options, and different food stations.
Student Senate Executive Board President, Luke Lloyd, said the renovations are “really exciting.”
“I think once the final product is here, it’s going to even be much better than these renderings,” said Lloyd. “These renderings are phenomenal.”
Muskingum Junior Harold Norsic said he too is excited to see the renovation plans come into effect.
“I knew from where we jumped off last semester that something like this would happen,” said Norsic. “It was a really exciting opportunity to work with Aramark on this.”
The presentation was led by Muskingum Dean of Students, Susan Waryck, Director of Campus Services, Jodie Swendryck, and Vice President of Business and Finance, Phil Laube.
The three took questions and ideas from the student body, including potential ideas for re-purposing Thomas Dining Hall, since it will not be used as a food option next year.
The Patton renovations are set to begin a week prior to spring break 2018, while Thomas Hall and the Bait Shop will be open during extended hours to acomodate more students.
Swendryck said the changes were made with the student body in mind.
“We wanted it to be a space where students could connect,” said Swendryck. “It’s not so formal. We want it to be a place where everyone can relax.”
Suggestions from the student body regarding the future of Thomas Hall included a lounge area, a study room, and a bowling alley.
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- The new logo used to represent Muskie Dining at Muskingum University.
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- A complete overview of the planned Patton Dining Hall renovations. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- A rendering of the ‘Prime Grill’ and ‘Kitchen Made for U’ food stations as well as seating options. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- A rendering of the ‘Piazza’ food station as well as seating options. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- A rendering of the ‘Garden Table’ and ‘Hey Pickle!’ food stations as well as seating options and charging stations. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- The ‘Kitchen Made for U’ dining station will include more classic recipes, with menus tailored around student feedback. (Photo Credit: Aramark).
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- The ‘Heritage’ station includes comfort and traditional foods such as rotisserie chicken and pot pies. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- The ‘Piazza’ station will include Stromboli, a variety of pizza options, and will utilize a wood-fire pizza oven. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- The ‘Prime Grill’ station will include international food options, kebabs, and omelets for breakfast. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- The ‘Garden Table’ station will include local and fresh fruits, vegetables, and in-house dressings. (Photo credit: Aramark).
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- The ‘Sugar and Spice’ station will feature a variety of deserts such as molten chocolate cakes and brownie sundaes. (Photo credit: Aramark).
