To support our students’ experience by ensuring access to safe, transparent, and nourishing dining options that accommodate food allergies and dietary needs, while promoting confidence, independence, and well-being in campus dining.
Campus Dining Dietary Guide
Supporting Students with Food Allergies & Dietary Needs
Purpose
Dietitian's Message
At West Virginia University, we recognize that nourishing your body is an important part of succeeding academically and feeling your best. Our team is here to support you in navigating campus dining by helping you access a variety of safe, balanced, and satisfying food options.
As the Campus Dietitians, we work closely with students to accommodate medical and dietary needs, including food allergies. We are available to guide you through dining locations, review ingredients, and help you make informed choices that align with your individual needs while minimizing the risk of cross-contact. We will help you communicate with the chefs and dining teams to coordinate individualized accommodations when needed.
Our commitment to supporting students with dietary needs is both professional and deeply personal. We understand that managing food allergies requires constant awareness and can feel overwhelming at times. Our goal is to make dining on campus feel more manageable and less stressful, so you can focus on your academics, your health, and your overall campus experience. With a large and diverse student population on meal plans, many students navigate food allergies and medical conditions every day. You are not alone—and we are here to support you.
Shared Responsibility (Dining + Student)
Food allergies can be life-threatening, and because there is no cure, strict avoidance of allergens is essential. The West Virginia University Hospitality Group is committed to providing a safe and supportive dining environment for students with food allergies and dietary needs by offering ingredient transparency, trained staff, and processes designed to reduce the risk of allergen cross-contact. However, due to the nature of open dining environments and shared preparation spaces, allergen presence cannot be completely eliminated, and we cannot guarantee that any food item is entirely free from allergens.
Students also play an essential role in managing their food allergies. This includes communicating their dietary needs, asking questions about ingredients and preparation methods, and making informed food choices based on their individual level of sensitivity. Students strongly encouraged to carry any required emergency medications (such as an epinephrine auto-injector). WVU Hospitality Group does not stock or provide these medications.
By working together, West Virginia University Hospitality Group and students can create a safer, more supportive dining experience that allows students to feel confident and cared for while on campus.
