Thomson Cafeteria is one of the most popular spots on campus where college students can get food, hang out, or stop by to pick up a quick snack. However, beginning this semester the cafeteria will be known as the Eagle Eatery beginning this semester as part of updates coming from Winthrop Dining.
But, as more of the next generation enters the hallowed halls of Winthrop, the time has come for Thomson to change with the times.
Since its conception, the dining hall has worked to provide food for its starving college students. After long days of work and stress, most students are looking for a nice meal. Thomson Cafeteria has provided just that. With options like the continental breakfast, pizza and healthy dinners like special vegan casseroles, Thomson has fed students for generations. However, as we enter the 2021-2022 academic school year, the cafeteria has decided to make some modern changes.
After a vote conducted by Winthrop’s Student Culinary Council, Thomson has decided to change for the incoming students.
“The word ‘dining hall’ and the word ‘cafeteria’ and names like that are kinds of a little bit more old school,” Winthrop Dining’s Marketing Specialist Aba Hutchison said. “The university as a whole was interested in having a name that was a little bit different, a little bit more modern, but still casual at the same time.”
For the last few months, Thomson Cafeteria has undergone many adjustments, including brand new posters and wallpapers to give it a nice modern feel while adjustments have been made to the menu as well.
What was previously named “The Global Kitchen” will be rebranded as “The Grill,” specializing in grilled foods like hamburgers and hot dogs. The salad bar will include more options this semester, and the Home-Style station will move to the back of the dining hall with the same homemade meals they are known for.
