Sustainability Related News and Stories

The Egg Story: A Shift That Changed The System.

Deacon Dining was recently recognized by 4Ps Food Hub in their 2025 Impact Report. Their article stated: "The egg program began at Elon University, where shell eggs sourced from regional Black and Brown farmers were initially more expensive than the…

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Chef Jonathan Burns: Commitment in Action

Deacon Dining was recently recognized by 4Ps Food Hub in…

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Pitsgiving Keeps Giving!

Have you ever wondered what happens to all the leftover…

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Sustainability Events

Food Truck Monday – Crepes N Creamery

Crepes N Creamery is parking outside Manchester with made-to-order sweet crepes and ice cream. Stop on by for a nice evening treat!
Chef Table Pop-Up

Chef Jonathan Burns is bringing Southern staples to the Chef Table with a few interesting twists. Stop by and see what he is plating up. On the menu: Black Eye Peas Collard Green Arancini Smokey Pork Tomato Jam Pickled Shallots Micro Corn Shoots… Read More

Global Tabling – Latin X

Global Tabling heads to Latin America! Stop by The Pit to taste what our team is cooking up.
Food Waste Prevention Week

Food Waste Prevention Week is coming to campus! Expect hands-on activities with our Registered Dietitian and sustainability team, plus a few surprises made from ingredients that would’ve otherwise gone to waste. Details coming soon.
Food Truck Monday – Bulkogi

Korean BBQ is rolling in outside of Manchester! Check out their marinated beef, bowls, tacos, and all their sides as a dinner option.
Chef Table Pop-Up

Chef Peyton Newman is leading the Chef Table in The Pit with the accompaniment of Levin Funes. Stay tuned for more details!
Chef Table Pop-Up

Chef Levin Funes is taking the Chef Table somewhere sweet. Stop by The Pit for a matcha rice pudding built with layers of bright, cooling flavor. On the menu: Sticky Matcha Rice Pudding Diced Mango Mint Yogurt Sauce Toasted Black & White Sesame Seeds Micro Lemon Balm… Read More

Food Truck Monday – Empanada Spot

Hand-held, golden, and stuffed with good stuff! Empanada Spot is parking outside of Manchester with fresh empanadas made to order. Grab a few as a part of your dinner plan!
Chef Table Pop-Up

Chef Kalyn Padgett is bringing deep fried butter to the Chef Table. Stop by The Pit to try this fall treat for yourself! On the menu: European Butter Sweet Potato Biscuit Apple Butter  … Read More

Global Tabling – Caribbean

Global Tabling heads to the Caribbeans! Stop by The Pit to taste what our team is cooking up.