Alumni in the News: February 2026
Career Shifts Gerard Kenny ’11 was named executive chef at Hotel Viata, a boutique retreat outside Austin, TX, where he will oversee food and…
CIA News and Media
The CIA’s students, faculty, staff, academic programs, athletic teams, and extracurricular activities are often highlighted in media throughout the country and around the world. Here is a sampling of some of the coverage of the college and its people.
CIA in the News
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United Methodists Hooked on Fish Fries Too
CIA instructor Beth Forrest highlights how Lenten fish fries blend food, history, and community, bringing people together through shared culinary traditions.
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Research Shows Right-Sizing Portions Can Stop Profit Margins from Getting Trashed
New research shows right-sizing portions can cut plate waste and protect margins, based on a multi-institution white paper.
CIA Press Releases
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The Culinary Institute of America Announces New Trustees
Hyde Park, NY, March 31, 2026 – CIA has named four industry veterans to its Board of Trustees. Their expertise spans leadership and technology, franchising, hospitality solutions, and communications.
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Beth Kramer Joins the Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY, March 24, 2026 – CIA announced the appointment of Beth Kramer as vice president of Development and Alumni Relations.
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19th Annual CIA Leadership Awards To Celebrate the Art and Craft of Gastronomy
Hyde Park, NY, March 17, 2026 – On Monday, May 4, CIA will honor five outstanding food, beverage, and hospitality professionals with CIA Leadership Awards.
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