Daily Archives: October 2, 2025

Though Far From Perfect, Ike’s is Worth the Walk

Food options, comfortable environment set Ike’s apart from Southside BY NATHAN FERRARO, COPY EDITOR What surprises me most about Mason dining halls is the diverse experience each one provides. Practically, Ike’s and Southside offer just about the same food options;…

Southside: Spectacular or Subpar?

Has Quality of Food and Service Improved Under Chartwells? BY NATHAN FERRARO, COPY EDITOR After Mason Dining’s announcement in June that the former dining service contractor Sodexo would be replaced by Chartwells Higher Ed starting this fall semester, I experienced…