Q&A with Tina Zwegat</h1> <article> <h1>Q&A with Tina Zwegat</h1> <p>hhempste — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 16:57:52 +0000</p> <span>Q&A with Tina Zwegat</span> <span><span>hhempste</span></span> <span><time datetime="2018-02-28T11:57:52-05:00" title="Wednesday, February 28, 2018 - 11:57">Wed, 02/28/2018 - 11:57</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Tina Zwegat works in <a href="/wilder-hall">Wilder Hall</a> as associate director of the student union and director of orientation and student activities. This means she has a hand in many of the incredible concerts, lectures, and other activities that happen on campus. Zwegat also coordinates both orientation and Parents and Family Weekend. </p> <p><br> <strong>Get to know more about Zwegat in this Q&A.</strong></p> <p><strong>Describe your role in six words.</strong><br> I assist in creating fun experiences.</p> <p><strong>Favorite spot on campus?</strong><br> Of course, Wilder Hall—especially our new lobby. Come visit!</p> <p><strong>What's your passion?</strong><br> I truly love to travel to see new places and experience new things.</p> <p><strong>Where did you grow up?</strong><br> Outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.</p> <p><strong>Favorite class in college or school?</strong><br> Economics, because the professor was very dedicated and engaging.</p> <p><strong>If you could have witnessed one event in history what would it be?</strong><br> I would love to have witnessed the coronation of Queen Elizabeth.</p> <p><strong>Last book you read?</strong><br> <em>Ill Will</em> by Dan Chaon.</p> <p><strong>Who are the most important people in your life?</strong><br> My husband and my daughter. We enjoy spending time with one another, and they provide me with perspective, humor, and balance.</p> <p> </p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">Campus News</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2018-02-28T12:00:00Z">Wed, 02/28/2018 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Communications Staff</div> <div class="text-content field field--name-field-intro-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>“Q&A with…” is a series dedicated to introducing staff members to the 91ֱ�� community. We are highlighting one staff member each week. Is there someone you’d like to nominate? Please <a href="mailto:oncampus@oberlin.edu?subject=Staff%20Q%26A">get in touch</a>.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2551">Staff</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2549">Wilder Hall</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-caption field--type-string-long field--label-hidden field__item">Tina Zwegat sits on the stage inside Finney Chapel, one of the many performance spaces on campus.</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Yevhen Gulenko</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> <article> <h1>Upgrades Made to Wilder Hall’s DeCafé</h1> <p>hhempste — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 12:48:44 +0000</p> <span>Upgrades Made to Wilder Hall’s DeCafé</span> <span><span>hhempste</span></span> <span><time datetime="2017-11-02T08:48:44-04:00" title="Thursday, November 2, 2017 - 08:48">Thu, 11/02/2017 - 08:48</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>This fall break, <a href="/dining-services">Wilder Hall’s DeCafé</a> received a makeover. After <a href="/news/reimagining-rathskeller">careful planning</a> and input from students and members of the dining committee, a revamped dining and retail area was unveiled. The reconfigured space boasts improvements such as an expanded grocery store and wider aisles that allow for greater accessibility.</p> <p>Visitors to the upgraded DeCafé can now enjoy an expanded grocery store featuring designated sections, including gluten free, produce, sweet and salty, and local to Ohio. To accommodate the broader selection of products and improved layout, the seating formerly inside the DeCafé is now located in the Rathskeller.</p> <p>“The expansion of the grocery store provides us with more space for customers to shop without forcing them into a small space where others are in line for sandwiches and smoothies,” says Daron Frederick, manager of the DeCafé. “Customers can now move about the store more efficiently and take more time to make a decision, especially in the rush periods.” </p> <p>The impetus for these changes was not only for efficiency but also to better meet campus needs. “Now that DeCafé accepts board swipes, foot traffic has greatly increased,” says Frederick. “The previous layout wouldn’t allow for this volume of customers to both shop and wait in line for smoothies and sandwiches. We had to expand to properly function and meet the needs of our customers.”</p> <p>Among other introductions is a self-service panini station, similar to stations at Dascomb and Stevenson Halls. “This station will improve efficiency in the sandwich line by allowing students to customize their sandwich without being made to feel rushed by customers behind them,” says Frederick. The existing oven behind the service line will still be utilized for those who order hot sandwiches.<br> <br> Frederick notes his team is actively monitoring this new layout, and they are committed to making sure this new configuration is an optimum one. “As we analyze what works and what doesn't, we may make some additional changes. We’re always looking for ways to improve the look, feel, and ease of use of the DeCafé.”<br> <br> Members of the 91ֱ�� community are welcome to provide input during the dining committee meeting held every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in Stevenson Dining Hall’s Biggs Conference Room.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">Campus News</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-11-02T12:00:00Z">Thu, 11/02/2017 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Hillary Hempstead</div> <div class="text-content field field--name-field-intro-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-273e3293-7cc2-17fa-7b39-ceb104e536c7" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">Expanded grocery store selection, improved traffic flow among changes</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2549">Wilder Hall</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2550">Dining</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-caption field--type-string-long field--label-hidden field__item">A grocery section takes the place of the former seating area in Wilder Hall's DeCafé.</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Yevhen Gulenko</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> <article> <h1>Reimagining Rathskeller</h1> <p>Anonymous — Sun, 12 Feb 2017 16:44:47 +0000</p> <span>Reimagining Rathskeller</span> <span><span>Anonymous (not verified)</span></span> <span><time datetime="2017-02-12T11:44:47-05:00" title="Sunday, February 12, 2017 - 11:44">Sun, 02/12/2017 - 11:44</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Planning has begun for a vibrant dining and retail space in the basement of Wilder Hall, with the goal of improving the dining offerings for those in the 91ֱ�� College community.</p> <p>As part of an overarching strategy to manage the quality and expense of the campus dining program, the Rathskeller kitchen will be offline during the 2017 spring semester. The physical space will be available for social and programmatic purposes, and Wilder Hall’s DeCafé will remain open during the planning process. Current employees impacted by the reorganization have been relocated to other parts of campus dining operations.</p> <p>“While financial considerations play a role in this decision, the primary goal of the move is to enhance dining services in Wilder,” stated Adrian Bautista, associate dean of campus life. “We are working to create a space that draws more faculty, staff, and students and that makes a positive contribution to the educational, social, and economic development of the campus and local community.”</p> <p>In order to incorporate significant student input into the remaking of Rathskeller, a dining committee is in the formative stages. “We have reached out to the two students who were nominated by the student senate to be part of the dining committee, and we are inviting input from others who have expressed interested in participation,” said Wayne Wood, general manager for campus dining services. “A more formal nominating process will begin once the committee is launched, and it will be tasked with organizing fall membership. This group will be involved in the feedback process and will ensure that a diversity of viewpoints and needs are considered.”</p> <p>Students on the committee will have ample opportunity to provide suggestions for what they would like the space to become. “One of the foremost goals of the committee is that it be student-driven, with guidance and support from Bon Appétit,” stated Bautista. “We want this to be one of the most dynamic, inclusive, exciting student-driven committees on campus.”</p> <p>The Rathskeller will host several special events this semester, including a Valentine's Day a la carte dinner served tableside by student workers on February 14. The campus community is encouraged to watch for additional announcements about special events. The space is also available immediately as a study and small group meeting area. It may be reserved through the Student Union office for special events or programs.</p> <p>Anyone who previously utilized noontime F.A.S.T meals at Rathskeller restaurant may use the meals at <a href="/dining-services">Stevenson</a> and Dascomb dining halls.</p> <p>Students, staff, or faculty who have ideas or would like to be involved in the redesign of the Rathskeller space are invited to contact Campus Dining General Manager <a href="/dining-services/dining-staff">Wayne Wood</a>.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">Campus News</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-02-03T12:00:00Z">Fri, 02/03/2017 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Communications Staff</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2549">Wilder Hall</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2550">Dining</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Yvonne Gay</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> </main></body></html>