2010 Scholars
Christopher Lauber: This Melvindale, Michigan native’s first experience in the foodservice industry helped set the tone for his future. Christopher began working as a dishwasher at the Hillside House Restaurant in St. Ignace, Michigan. Soon after starting, he began trimming vegetables and other basic prep responsibilities. He found his willingness to work hard on the fundamentals lead to his being asked to complete new jobs and responsibilities in the kitchen. Later, after earning his Culinary I and Culinary II certification at the William D. Ford Tech Center in Westland, Michigan, Christopher decided to attend the CIA to further his education because of his love for food, wine, entertaining and the hosting of major events. Since arriving at the CIA, Christopher has excelled. He received the Frances Roth Leadership Award, has maintained a 3.23 grade point average and has perfect attendance through his first six semesters of college. Following his CIA experience, Christopher plans to travel to Europe to get a true understanding of their food and culture, bettering myself along the way. Eventually he’d like to settle down and open his own cheese and wine bar.