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Spelman Spotlight March 12, 1980 Can This Cafeteria Be Saved? By Sheron Covington Contrary to popular belief—the Spelman College cafeteria is in good hands. This startling conclusion was reached only after a thorough interview with the Food Service Director - Mr. Richard Hunter, who has supervised the culinary operations of Spelman for over a decade. Mr. Hunter is a very per sonable and warm man, whose great love and devotion for his careerr is evident by the extra time and effort he exerts to make sure things are just right. He is the prime decision maker when it comes to menus, which must first be approved by the ad ministration and secondly by the food service committee before preparation. “Each meal plan is based on it’s mutritional and calorie value, in addition to taste,” explained Mr. Hunter. “That is the purpose of the calorie counter sign, which is mounted above the main serving line,” explained Hunter, “to suggest a caloricly healthy meal, not a diet one.” Because Mr. Hunter has been at Spelman for such a lenethy period, he can be considered an expert on the eating habits of Spelman women. “When I first came here,” he said “there was only one entree and one dessert selection.” “We even had a breakfast meal plan that included four meat days and three meatless days.” Mr. Hunter went on to say that the improvements in the food service since that time can be directly attributed to student suggestions and in creased boarding costs. Interestingly enough, Mr. Hun ter has also noted changes in the eating habits of the students through the years. “Gradually, the girls began to develope more sophisticated appetites,” he began. “In the early years most of the students were from the southern area and they only wan ted certain foods, so a fried food heavy starch diet was fine. But once the school took on boarders from different geographical locations, we had to accomodate their tastes by serving foods more familiar to them as well. Mr. Hunter is also quite knowledgeable of the foods that students like and disUKe as a whole. “Number one on the top ten hated meat list is lamb, which we haven’t served in years Decause of the uproar it caused. Second is veal, because the girls just refused to eat it, and pork is third,” he added. “The most un popular vegetables that we serve; would have to be aspargus, broc coli, and cauliflower,” laughed Mr. Hunter. “The favorite meat of all times is undoubtedly fried chicken and fried pork, and the girls really go for the stringbeans, com and they love the cabbage,” he concluded with a chuckle. Mr. Hunter's only complaint with the students is that some of them take the flatware, small dishes and cups. “We’ve spent $9,000 alone this year on flatware and plates. “When students take these things they don’t realize the Page 8 enormous cost involved in replacing them and that this cost will eventually effect them.” Mr. Hunter would also like to see the revival of an active student food service committee, one that would perhaps meet weekly to iron out any problems that would arise between the students and the cafeteria. A Spelman Woman By Tracey M. Willard College life is a challenging ex perience for many. The student who lives amongst the challenges can often feel very lonely. The college environment presents foreign faces, places and events. When a student comes upon an understanding ear, they openly welcome its presence. Dr. J acqueline Anita J ones, Assistant Dean of Spelman College, is the answer away from homw for many of the college’s students. A graduate of Spelman in 1970, Dr. Jones feels she understands the struggles facing students in college and adulthood. For her self, she believes this challenge was one of her most difficult and valuable lessons. “It was different because it meant seperating yourself from what you were brought up to believe was right,” said Dr. Jones. “You have to become your own decision maker, and going through that process is hard. That is something I would like to share with others, to help them become aware of what it is they are going through. A youthful and bright woman, Dr. J ones returned to Spelman in 1976, after receiving a Masters and Doctorate of Arts in English Language. When asked if there was a motivating factor in her returning to Spelman, Dr. Jones replied, “Yes, I felt a com mitment to this institution and what it stands for. What it taught me plays a significant part in my life.” Hi! i.v w ® Dr. Jacqueline A. Jones When hearing of this woman’s role at Spelman, Dr. Jones may appear to own something special. While working at Spelman, she has successfully and rapidly ad vanced from the position of Assistant Professor of the English Department, to Assistant Dean to the College. Her specific duties include Assistant to the Dean of students, Dr. Brisbane, Coor- » dinator of Freshman Studies, the Centinnial Coordinator of Spelman’s 100th Anniversary, and advisor for the English Club. Dr. J ones still devotes part of her time to teaching Advanced Com position, while her respon sibilities continue to mount. During the interview. Dr. Jones confidently and pleasantly answered questions. She spoke of her growth in Spelman’s ad ministration. She believes her success is simply due to her willingness to accept respon sibility and volunteering her time. With a smile she added, “I also hope it’s because I’m capable of handling the duties.” 752-7553 Bus. Let CINNAMON put some spice in your life with the latest Coiffeurs for Women and Men CINNAMON SPECIALIZES in all of the ! atest styles. Call today at FAYE’S BEAUTY SALON 2049 M.L.K. Drive, Westview Plaza 768-5813 Res. A person receives cafeteria food. THE CAREER-OPPORTUNITY COMPARISON TEST Can you be working as a civilian in the most state-of-the-art environment in the world? Will your professional responsibilities be challenging and 3C career-building in an entry-level position? Will your initiative be encouraged and your capabilities visible? 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