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Across Campus - A Photo Essay

The Kate and John R. Broderick Dining Commons opened for business on Oct. 12 with a brief ribbon cutting ceremony outside the University's first stand-alone dining facility. This week's gallery features a look inside the dining commons that has set a standard in campus cuisine. Photos by Chuck Thomas and David Hollingsworth

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Old Dominion University opened its new stand-alone dining facility, the Kate and John R. Broderick Dining Commons, Oct. 12 at a grand-opening event. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

President John R. and First Lady Kate Broderick prepare to cut the ribbon with the help of ODU leadership, student government and alumni. Photo by David B. Hollingsworth/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Smiles all around as the Broderick Dining Commons is officially opened. Photo by David B. Hollingsworth/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Chefs, sous-chefs, and servers pose for a team photo in the lobby of the Kate and John R. Broderick Dining Commons. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Will Holland, a Sous-Chef at Rice Sticks Asian Kitchen, prepares a sauce for the sushi bar. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Sous-Chef Calvert Johnson discusses recipe prep with Operations Support Director Randy Bain. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Chef Manager Lyle Brinn lights the wood fire grill with natural lump charcoal and a mixture of cherry, pecan and oak wood. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Executive Chef Robert Brennan loads the rotisserie with turkey breast for the grand opening of the Broderick Dining Commons. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

The 39,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, located at 1401 W. 49th Street, will seat 550 patrons inside and an additional 225 outside. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

A huge salad bar with fresh ingredients is among the many options to diners. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Students can eat home cooked meals at the Broderick Dining Commons without having to go home. Photo by Chuck Thomas

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

Students can enjoy any of eight distinct restaurant-style options such as Brazilian-style churrasco grilled chicken. Photo by David B. Hollingsworth/ODU

Broderick Dining Commons grand opening

President Broderick passes out cupcakes at the opening of the Broderick Dining Commons.

Old Dominion University opened its new stand-alone dining facility, the Kate and John R. Broderick Dining Commons, Oct. 12 at a grand-opening event. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

President John R. and First Lady Kate Broderick prepare to cut the ribbon with the help of ODU leadership, student government and alumni. Photo by David B. Hollingsworth/ODU

Smiles all around as the Broderick Dining Commons is officially opened. Photo by David B. Hollingsworth/ODU

Chefs, sous-chefs, and servers pose for a team photo in the lobby of the Kate and John R. Broderick Dining Commons. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Will Holland, a Sous-Chef at Rice Sticks Asian Kitchen, prepares a sauce for the sushi bar. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Sous-Chef Calvert Johnson discusses recipe prep with Operations Support Director Randy Bain. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Chef Manager Lyle Brinn lights the wood fire grill with natural lump charcoal and a mixture of cherry, pecan and oak wood. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Executive Chef Robert Brennan loads the rotisserie with turkey breast for the grand opening of the Broderick Dining Commons. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

The 39,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, located at 1401 W. 49th Street, will seat 550 patrons inside and an additional 225 outside. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

A huge salad bar with fresh ingredients is among the many options to diners. Photo by Chuck Thomas/ODU

Students can eat home cooked meals at the Broderick Dining Commons without having to go home. Photo by Chuck Thomas

Students can enjoy any of eight distinct restaurant-style options such as Brazilian-style churrasco grilled chicken. Photo by David B. Hollingsworth/ODU

President Broderick passes out cupcakes at the opening of the Broderick Dining Commons.

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