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Kenny Langston never set out to be a campus celebrity. But with his infectious energy, unwavering kindness, and a genuine passion for making every student feel at home, he has become one of the most well-liked figures at the University of New Haven.

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Selected from more than 400 campuses across the country, Langston stood out for his exceptional service and for the undeniable impact he has on the student experience.

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For Langston, creating a welcoming and warm environment is just as important as serving a good meal. His philosophy is simple: 杏吧原版淚 love my job,杏吧原版� he says. 杏吧原版淚 always engage, smiling and making everyone around me happy. It杏吧原版檚 really great to be appreciated by so many.杏吧原版�

He became a viral sensation last fall when a video of him cooking while speaking about the importance of making food with love gained massive attention on Instagram. In the video, he explained how essential it is to make meals that feel like home, especially for first-year students navigating their first year away from family.

Despite the sudden internet fame, Langston remains humble. 杏吧原版淣othing杏吧原版檚 changed, because I believe I杏吧原版檓 the same person every day I wake up,杏吧原版� he said.

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Langston hopes that students make the most of their time at the University and that they embrace every opportunity. 杏吧原版淐ollege is an experience that you杏吧原版檙e supposed to enjoy,杏吧原版� he said. 杏吧原版淎nd never settle for less when you deserve the best.杏吧原版�

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During the award ceremony on campus, Sodexo CEO Brett Ladd shared, 杏吧原版淚 read a lot of these nominations, and this is the most impressive volume that I杏吧原版檝e seen in many, many, many months. Thank you for everything that you do.杏吧原版�

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The recognition from Sodexo reinforces what the University of New Haven community has known for a long time 杏吧原版� that Langston is an essential part of campus life. Reflecting on the honor, he kept his gratitude front and center. 杏吧原版淚 want to thank everyone who nominated me,杏吧原版� he said. 杏吧原版淎nd I want to thank my co-workers. Oh, man, this got me ready to shed a tear.杏吧原版�