An Ode to CIA Pizza
A CIA student’s love letter to The Egg’s Pizza Station—fast, stone-fired pies with gooey cheese, crispy crust, and daily specialties.
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Alumni in the News: December 2025
CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting. Here are just a few examples of CIA alumni in the news for December 2025.
Foie Gras or Faux Pas: A Unique CIA Student Experience Touring a Foie Gras Farm
CIA students explore animal welfare firsthand with a rare Food Policy course tour of a Hudson Valley foie gras farm.
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Whether you’re looking to visit one of our campuses or would prefer the convenience of a virtual event, there’s no better way to learn more about CIA than with one of our admissions events.
Culinary Connect and How CIA Sets You Up for Career Success
See how CIA’s Culinary Connect, advisors, and alumni network help students land externships and jobs—career support from day one.
Don’t Overthink It: Getting a Letter of Recommendation for CIA
Everyone approaches the different parts of the college admissions process in their own way.
Tips for Writing Your CIA Application Essay: What to Know, What to Avoid, and How to Get Started
Writing your college application essay can be overwhelming. These seven tips can help you craft a CIA essay that will stand out and show admissions counselors who you are.
Student Spotlight: Eva Kopelman ’28
Meet Eva Kopelman ’28, a Food Business Management student whose exciting journey—from Top Chef to CIA—shows how passion and drive shape her culinary path.
From Passion to Profession: How to Become a Professional Baker
Whether your interest in baking was sparked by family traditions, a love of delicious food, or your favorite baking shows, there is always a…
Alumni Spotlight: Chef Skyler Hanka ’12
Discover Chef Skyler Hanka ’12, a consulting chef and educator who blends culinary expertise with nutrition to inspire healthy cooking and food as medicine.
A CIA Student’s Love Letter to the Conrad N. Hilton Library
Discover CIA’s Conrad N. Hilton Library through a student’s perspective—friendly staff, welcoming spaces, and valuable resources every CIA student should use.
Alumni in the News: November 2025
CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting. Here are just a few examples of CIA alumni in the news for November 2025.
Alumni in the News: October 2025
CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting. Here are just a few examples of CIA alumni in the news for October 2025.
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