Often working behind-the-scenes, Director of Dining Services Brent Beringer oversees the many dining programs at the University, such as the dining halls, retail locations, catering services and vending machines.
A graduate of Florida State University, Beringer worked in the private sector before joining the University's administration. Students keep his job rewarding, Beringer said.
"The students are the most enjoyable part of the job," he said. "There is a level of excitement with them. The worst part of my job is during the summer when the students leave -- it gets lonely."
Beringer said providing food is a way to build relationships at the University.
"I love the sense of community and belonging that this University has," he said. "Every time I walk down the Lawn, I wish I had gone to school here."
This past year, Beringer worked with Student Council to address student concerns with University dining. His department also provided food for a number of Council events and meetings. For his efforts, Beringer was named the 2004 recipient of the Ernest H. Ern Award, an award given annually by Student Council to a faculty member or administrator who promotes and advocates student self-governance.
"Mr. Beringer is always willing to give of himself, his resources and his time with a smile on his face," outgoing Council President Daisy Lundy said. "Working with administrators with this type of approach makes student self-governance more effective."
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