Inside Iowa State: Iowa State University

INSIDE IOWA STATE
February 15, 2002

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While a recent remodeling project has given the Joan Rice Underwood Tearoom dining area a 1920s retro look, the kitchen area has been updated with state-of-the-art appliances.

The remodeling project was funded by a $300,000 gift from alumni Roger and Connie Underwood, Ames, in recognition of Roger Underwood's mother, a 1952 graduate in home economics.

The revamped kitchen now features new ovens, steamers, hot water dispenser and a charbroiler. Many of the previous fixtures in the kitchen were 40to 50 years old.

Lunch is served from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. Reservations are required; call 4-3330 or http://www.fcs.iastate.edu/tearoom/default.htm.