{"669129":{"#nid":"669129","#data":{"type":"news","title":"New Partnership Encourages Healthier Vending for Yellow Jackets  ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAs Georgia Tech continues to move forward with fostering a community of wellness for all, the Division of \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/students.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EStudent Engagement and Well-Being\u003C\/a\u003E (SEWB)\u2019s Auxiliary Services is proud to announce a new partnership with Coca-Cola Bottling Company. The goal is to enhance vending options by providing healthier options in more locations across campus. As part of the new vending partnership, users will have the flexibility to choose from more options with the benefit of improved machinery.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere is an increased focus on providing healthier food and beverages to help students, faculty and staff adopt healthier lifestyles. Eight healthy machines are now available offering snacks and grab-n-go meal alternatives to help with the busy day ahead. In the traditional snack machines, 25% of the inventory consists of healthier items such as Nature Valley granola bars, Dole snack fruit, Blue Diamond almonds, and more. Users can find nutritional fact stickers placed on the machines to help make the best selection for their dietary needs. In addition to healthier food choices, Coca-Cola is also offering various hydrating beverages as part of their commitment to supplying an array of snack and beverage options throughout the campus.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u201cThe new vending efforts are a significant part of the Division of Student Engagement and Well-Being (SEWB)\u2019s mission to enhance the overall wellness of our campus community,\u201d said Allison Watkins, retail operational manager. \u201cWe are excited for our entire campus to enjoy the new options that are available while also taking advantage of easy-to-use features.\u201d\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECoca-Cola Bottling Company worked to replace older models and install high-quality machines throughout the campus to include top-of-the-line glass fronts and hassle-free transactional readers. To make the vending process more seamless and secure, all transactions are now cashless. Credit cards are accepted via tap or swipe. Users can swipe their \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.buzzcard.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EBuzzCard Funds\u003C\/a\u003E or \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/dining.gatech.edu\/dining-dollars-now-accepted-vending-machines\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EDining Dollars\u003C\/a\u003E to make purchases as well. With the cashless feature and reader sensors which only charge when a product is dispensed, users can experience minimal transactional issues.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith 105 drink machines and 95 snack machines, you\u2019re sure to always find one close by. For additional vending options, please contact Allison Watkins at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:Allison.Watkins@gatech.edu\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EAllison.Watkins@gatech.edu.\u003C\/a\u003E To learn more about on campus vending, please click \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/campusservices.gatech.edu\/vending-refunds\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EWith the new partnership, Auxiliary Services strives to enhance vending options by providing healthier options in more locations across campus. 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