General Allergy Restrictions

Note From Campus Dietitians

Students with food allergies—including those to common allergens such as milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish, and sesame—are encouraged to take an active role in managing their dietary needs while dining on campus. For individuals at risk of Anaphylaxis, even small exposures can lead to serious or life-threatening reactions, making strict avoidance essential.

Our dining halls support students with food allergies by providing ingredient transparency, labeled menu options, and staff who are available to answer questions about ingredients and food preparation. Procedures are in place to help reduce the risk of cross-contact; however, all food is prepared in shared kitchen environments, and the presence of allergens cannot be completely eliminated.

Students are encouraged to communicate their allergies with dining staff, review ingredient information each visit, and carry prescribed emergency medication at all times. Those needing additional support are welcome to connect with the campus dietitian to develop a plan that helps them dine as safely and confidently as possible.

Thrive Station*

The top 9 Food Allergens and Gluten are omitted from this allergy aware station.

This station is a served station, which means meals are protected behind glass and are served to you upon your order which cuts down on cross contact. You will be served your meal on a specific plate using station-specific utensils and tools that are color-coded purple. This station is open to all students, but has our food allergy–conscious students in mind. Each meal is thoughtfully balanced with protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats to help keep you energized while supporting your dietary needs.

*Thrive is available only at Morgantown campuses, not at PSC or WVU Tech, but some menu items can be made for students upon request in an allergy-aware environment per Thrive’s meal SOPs (standards of practice).

Allergen Safe Options Outside of Thrive

Daily, we will offer allergy-aware options that may not appear on the standard menu and may be available upon request. These options are available each day and may include, but are not limited to, the following. If you have questions or concerns about your specific allergies, please contact the dietitians, chef, and/or manager.

Full salad, yogurt, and fruit bar
Full deli
Plant-based meat options including bean burgers, Impossible Meat, etc.
A soup station with two soups daily, one always vegan or vegetarian
Pizza and pasta station
Dessert station
Plenty of vegetarian options such as vegetable dishes, rice dishes, tofu, etc.
Dairy-free alternative milks including, but subject to change: rice, almond, oat, soy (vanilla and chocolate), and lactose-free milk (these are in addition to regular cow’s milk)
Wheat and gluten-free cereals
Oats
Cream of rice
Variety of breakfast options