Nicolet culinary arts instructor to chair state foundation

Long-time Nicolet College culinary arts instructor Vicki Mendham recently had the honor of being named chair of Wisconsin Restaurant Association Education Foundation for 2023-2024.

As the charitable arm of Wisconsin Restaurant Association, the Education Foundation promotes and supports the food service industry through educational opportunities, scholarships and community involvement. 

“It’s truly an honor to be selected to serve as chair of such a wonderful organization,” Mendham said in a press release announcing the honor. “Whether it's helping high school students discover their passion for careers in the hospitality industry, awarding scholarships to students pursuing a culinary or hospitality degree, or providing certification trainings for current employees, the Foundation offers essential programs to meet the needs of our evolving and exciting industry.” 

Since 1983, the WRS Education Foundation has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships, with $25,000 awarded annually in recent years. 

Mendham has served as a culinary arts instructor at Nicolet for 28 years. 

For more information about the culinary arts program at Nicolet, visit nicoletcollege.edu or call the college at 715-365-4493.