Overall Rating Silver - expired
Overall Score 48.34
Liaison Barry Schwalbe
Submission Date Dec. 22, 2014
Executive Letter Download

STARS v2.0

Richland Community College
IN-1: Innovation 1

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 1.00 / 1.00 Douglas Brauer
Vice President for Economic Development and Innovative Workforce Solutions
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Title or keywords related to the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
Bistro 537

A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome :

Bistro 537 is a full-service restaurant on Richland's campus that is fully operated by its Culinary Arts Institute. It is a working laboratory for the institute's students, serving as a unique entrepreneurial experience. The program ensures that the Culinary students have the competencies and skills necessary to be successful in the culinary field.


A brief description of any positive measurable outcomes associated with the innovation (if not reported above):

The Bistro just opened in June 2014, so outcomes have yet to be measured.


A letter of affirmation from an individual with relevant expertise:
Which of the following STARS subcategories does the innovation most closely relate to? (Select all that apply up to a maximum of 5):
Yes or No
Curriculum ---
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Campus Engagement Yes
Public Engagement Yes
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Dining Services Yes
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Coordination, Planning & Governance Yes
Diversity & Affordability ---
Health, Wellbeing & Work ---
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Other topic(s) that the innovation relates to that are not listed above:
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The website URL where information about the innovation is available :
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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