04/12/2026
AACC’s Empty Bowls fundraiser brought students and faculty together on April 8, raising $1,850 for HelpLink through a community soup event in the Hawk’s Nest.
Several dozen attendees purchased $10 bowls of homemade soup prepared by a 12-student culinary team. The menu featured five options, including lasagna soup, vegan tortilla, and Maryland seafood bisque. Culinary arts students, guided by Michael Levins, used the event as hands-on training—serving guests, practicing public interaction, and experiencing real-world food service. Health-focused booths were also set up, connecting visitors with information about health professions.