Yes, Central Piedmont has generally been good about spending money in areas that actually benefit students and the institution does offer a vital bridge to skilled and professional trades that thousands in the region have used to build successful careers. But.

But a new culinary arts building? I thought that was what Johnson & Wales University was for? Wait, you mean CP had a well-regarded hospitality and food prep program long before Johnson & Wales hit town, building on a $7 million piece of land the city of Charlotte sold to the school for just $1 million?

Well, now I am confused.