Foie Gras or Foe 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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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.
Get an Up-close look at CIA
Tour Campus or Attend an Online Event
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.
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: 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.
Hold onto Your Spellbooks for the Fifth Annual Tri-Wizard Tournament!
Celebrate the CIA’s fifth annual Tri-Wizard Tournament, now featuring hospitality skills in a fun, high-energy competition showcasing student talent.
CIA Students Attend Foodie Con® 2025
CIA students return to Foodie Con 2025, joining top food media voices and attending panels like “From Content to Commerce” and “The Ultimate Pitch.
Baker vs. Pastry Chef: Which Career Is Right for You?
Interested in turning your love for baking fresh bread into a career? You could be a professional baker.
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