Student Union turned Cafeteria

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1 Student Union turned Cafeteria Luis A. Galindo College of English, Grand Canyon University ENG-106 Patrick Mc Hugh December 17, 2023

2 Imagine a university campus without a central hub for dining - a place where students can gather, share meals, and build community. Unfortunately, this is currently the reality at Grand Canyon University, where such a cafeteria is noticeably absent. This lack of a central dining location affects both students and the GCU administration, limiting the variety and accessibility of food options. It's high time we address this glaring issue. With the necessary resources and planning, GCU has the potential to transform the student union into a full-service cafeteria diner, offering a diverse range of dining options and fostering a stronger sense of community among the student body. The absence of a cafeteria at Grand Canyon University is a significant issue that is currently being faced by the students and the GCU administration. This lack of a central dining establishment on campus compromises the ability of students to access fresh, affordable food on a daily basis. The problem isn't just about food availability, but also about creating a sense of community that such spaces inherently provide. The university, known for its vibrant on-campus life, is missing out on the opportunity to provide a common gathering place where students can connect, collaborate, and unwind. This deficit is causing inconvenience, increased expenses, and a potential threat to health due to limited food choices. It is affecting the entire student body, and if left unaddressed, could impact the overall student experience and satisfaction at GCU. The proposed solution to the current dining issue at Grand Canyon University is the transformation of the student union into a full-service cafeteria diner. The current restaurants within the student union would not be removed but relocated on the campus, ensuring that the variety of food options remains intact. The successful execution of this plan requires the collaboration of key stakeholders, including the GCU administration and possibly the president

3 of GCU, Brian Muller. We estimate that the project will cost around $9,000 to $15,000 since the only needed items would be extra chairs and tables and possibly small kitchen equipment given most of the area is already filled with the needed furniture. An estimated 100 chairs are about $6500, and 20 tables is $2500 (Fixr, 2022) puts us at $9,000, given that the student union is already filled with kitchen equipment the only other thing that would need to be fixed is the redecoration which could be up to $6000. Considering that GCU is a fast-growing school, this investment is viable and crucial for enhancing the student experience. The transformation of the student union into a full-service cafeteria will not only provide students with access to a variety of fresh and affordable food options but also create a communal space that promotes social interaction (U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2018, para. 5) and a sense of community among students. While the proposal to transform the student union into a full-service cafeteria has its merits, those who oppose the view might suggests that relocating the existing restaurants could be a logistical challenge and that building a new, separate building for the cafeteria might be a simpler solution. However, this alternative comes with its own set of challenges, primarily the higher costs associated with constructing a new building. From a financial perspective, repurposing existing space or constructing smaller buildings for the relocated restaurants is a more cost-effective strategy. The cost for opening a small diner like the ones already in the student union would be around $113,000 each, given that it costs about $113 per square foot (Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, 2020), and there is about 1000 sq ft per diner (Dimensions, 2023), while the average cafeteria can run up to 5000 square ft. leaving it to be much more expensive to build. Furthermore, utilizing current unused space such as the buildings located at the rivers or building smaller structures would likely require less time than constructing a large

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4 new building, allowing the benefits of the new cafeteria to be realized sooner. The proposed solution of transforming the student union, coupled with strategic relocation of existing restaurants, is the best way for GCU to go about balancing financial considerations with the goal of enhancing the student dining experience. The approval of this proposal for a new dining hall by the Grand Canyon University administration could bring significant benefits to both students and faculty. The financial advantages for GCU and its students with this project is beneficial as both parties are able to save more money. As the campus population grows, issues with dining choices and long wait times become apparent, making the need for a cafeteria increasingly needed. This expansion would also create more job opportunities for students and offer them access to healthier meals, more food variety, and allergy-free options. Despite the work that is needed, it's crucial for Grand Canyon, as a thriving university, to prioritize student interests. References Dimensions.com. (2023). Restaurant layouts. Retrieved from https://www.dimensions.com/collection/restaurant-layouts#:~:text=Safety%20regulations %20for%20capacity%20in,(366%2D457%20cm) . Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. (2020). How much does it cost to start a restaurant? Retrieved from https://www.escoffier.edu/blog/food-entrepreneurship/how-much-does-it-cost-to- start-a-restaurant/ Fixr. (2022). Furniture assembly cost. Retrieved from https://www.fixr.com/costs/furniture- assembly

5 U.S. National Library of Medicine. (2018). The Role of Nutrition in Brain Development: The Golden Opportunity of the “First 1000 Days”. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5915230/

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