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The Most Important Meeting Students Never Attend
Higher Ed, Real Talk Dr. Herman Crawford’s Dean’s Desk I review graduation records regularly. Every semester, I come across students who are just one course short. Sometimes it’s a prerequisite they didn’t know they needed. Sometimes it’s a class they thought counted toward graduation—but didn’t. And almost every time, I find myself thinking the…read more
The Student Who Almost Quit Wasn’t Failing
Higher Ed, Real Talk Dr. Herman Crawford’s Dean’s Desk A student once came to me convinced they were done with college. The surprising part? They weren’t failing. Their grades were solid. Attendance was decent. Nothing in the system suggested they were at risk. But as we talked, a different story emerged. They were balancing work,…read more
6 Tips For Taking Online Courses
In a previous blog, we looked at the benefits of taking ServSafe online courses. Online courses provide an opportunity to do the work when your schedule allows, you can pace yourself through the course, and they are cost-effective. However, one of the biggest benefits is actually a potential drawback as well — flexibility. Flexibility is…read more
How to Prepare for a Health Inspection
A surprise health inspection should not feel like a heart attack. The best-run restaurants do not scramble when an inspector walks in. They stay ready because food safety is already built into the daily routine. That is really the point of a health inspection: not to catch you off guard, but to confirm that your…read more
Protecting Catered Events From Food Contamination
Catered events are meant to be memorable for the food, the experience, and the celebration. But behind every successful event is something guests rarely notice: careful food safety practices. Unlike restaurants, catering operations must prepare, transport, and serve food in different environments. That creates more opportunities for contamination if teams are not properly trained and…read more
Why Higher Ed Keeps Writing Past Its Own Audience
Why Higher Ed Keeps Writing Past Its Own Audience I’m going to complain for a moment, calmly. Higher education has a writing problem, and it’s mostly self-inflicted. I was reviewing a document recently that was meant to inform stakeholders. It was accurate, careful, and nearly unreadable. Not because the ideas were complex, but because the…read more
Food Protection Manager Certification
Looking to elevate your food safety standards in 2026? Now’s the time to get certified. Whether you’re an operator, manager, or just getting started in the food service industry, the Food Protection Manager Certification isn’t just recommended—it’s essential. Why Certification Matters Certified Food Protection Managers are trained to identify risks, respond to food safety emergencies,…read more
The Role of the Food Safety Manager: Your Kitchen’s Unsung Hero
There’s nothing like the feeling of hearing, ‘The health inspector is here.’ For some managers, it sparks panic. For others, it’s just another Tuesday. The difference? Preparation. In this edition of The Hospitality Spectrum, we walk you through practical, proven ways to get your kitchen inspection-ready—any day of the week. Know the Rules Before They…read more
Why Online Food Safety Training Works
Gone are the days of trying to schedule food safety training around long shifts, missed buses, and paper sign-in sheets. Today, online food safety training isn’t just an alternative—it’s becoming the gold standard for flexibility, accessibility, and real-world readiness. Why Flexibility Matters In a fast-paced foodservice environment, it’s tough to get all your staff…read more
How to Prepare for a Health Inspection
There’s nothing like the feeling of hearing, ‘The health inspector is here.’ For some managers, it sparks panic. For others, it’s just another Tuesday. The difference? Preparation. In this edition of The Hospitality Spectrum, we walk you through practical, proven ways to get your kitchen inspection-ready—any day of the week. Know the Rules Before They…read more