
As the first semester gets underway, Sodexo, a leader in innovative foodservice for colleges and universities across the U.S., announces the launch of four new eat>NOW frictionless grocery stores. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), these advanced stores have either opened or will open soon at Endicott College, the University of Maine in Orono, Lindenwood University, and Seattle Pacific University, offering students a modern and convenient shopping experience.
“We’re excited to bring eat>NOW frictionless stores to the campuses we proudly partner with,” said Brett Ladd, CEO of Sodexo Campus and Government. “By blending cutting-edge technology with everyday convenience, we’re transforming the campus experience and offering students a seamless shopping solution. These stores are designed to meet students’ evolving needs while enhancing campus life.”
The new stores aim to boost campus life across several universities, providing a variety of essential products for students. Here’s where you can find these innovative locations:
- Endicott College: The Gull & Go eat>NOW location is located in Venuti Hall, a newly constructed residence hall. It offers beverages, snacks, healthy options, Simply to Go meals, dorm supplies, and bakery items.
- University of Maine, Orono: Located in a new building on campus, this eat>NOW store offers beverages, snacks, healthy choices, Simply to Go meals, dorm supplies, breakfast items, and bakery goods, catering to busy students with a focus on healthy snacks.
- Lindenwood University: The Lion’s Pride Market, a revamped eat>NOW store, is now open. It continues to offer a variety of dorm supplies, beverages, snacks, and healthy food options.
- Seattle Pacific University: Opening in October 2024, the Falcon Express Market will provide drinks, snacks, nutritious food options, baked goods, and dorm essentials in an existing space.
Sodexo Campus continues to deliver innovative solutions beyond ordinary campus dining, helping to enhance students’ daily lives. From food delivery robots to fueling student athletes, Sodexo serves approximately 425 institutions across the U.S., providing award-winning dining and facilities management solutions.
About Sodexo North America
Sodexo North America is part of Sodexo Group, a global Fortune 500 company operating in 45 countries. The company provides sustainable food and integrated facilities management in all 50 U.S. states, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Guam. With over 100,000 employees in the U.S., Sodexo is committed to improving quality of life while contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities it serves.