Bowling Green State University Athletics

BGSU Athletics Announces BGSU Dining By Chartwells As Concession Provider
July 13, 2026 | General
BGSU Dining by Chartwells To Evolve Game Day Food And Beverage Experience At BGSU Athletic Venues
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - Chartwells, an industry leader in contract food service management, will now serve as the official food and beverage team across Bowling Green athletic venues. Beginning with the 2026-27 athletic seasons, BGSU Dining by Chartwells will work to elevate the game day food and beverage experience for fans inside Doyt Perry Stadium, the Stroh Center, Slater Family Ice Arena and all on-campus athletic venues. BGSU Dining by Chartwells will also work in collaboration with Bowling Green athletics to create promotions and food selections options to enhance the fan experience and student experience at BGSU sporting events.Â
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"Bowling Green Athletics is so grateful for our fans, and we consistently look for opportunities to elevate their game day experience," said Bowling Green Vice President of Athletics Strategy Derek van der Merwe. "We are excited to welcome BGSU Dining by Chartwells — a nationally recognized leader in food service and established partner at BGSU — as our new concessions provider. We are working closely with BGSU Dining by Chartwells to bring new flavor and enhanced services to the BGSU game day experience at all venues, and we look forward to introducing our fans to these updates this year."    Â
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Chartwells has been a leading force in reimagining on-campus dining across the country. The organization currently works with 350 campuses around the country and focuses on personalized and memorable experiences for guests. Last summer, Chartwells earned 25 awards from 14 dining programs from the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) across three categories, becoming the most recognized food service provider by NACUFS in 2025. Â
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"We are excited to expand our partnership with Bowling Green State University and bring the BGSU Dining experience into athletic venues across campus," said Michael McIntosh, Vice President of Operations and Director of BGSU Dining Services. "Our goal is to provide fans with greater variety, bold flavors and strong value while creating a game day food and beverage experience that feels distinctly BGSU. We look forward to working alongside BGSU Athletics to introduce new offerings and promotions that enhance every visit for students, alumni, and Falcon fans."Â
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A long-time partner of Bowling Green State University's campus through BGSU Dining, this new partnership expands Chartwells' established relationship with BGSU to the athletic side of campus. Look for more information about new food and beverage offerings at Bowling Green athletic venues over the coming months as the 2026-27 campaign approaches.Â
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