Food Allergies

If you have a food allergy or require a special diet, our registered dietitians can provide you with the resources and information needed to make healthy food choices in the dining halls. Contact them via email or through live chat.

Effective Fall 2011, food items served in the residential dining halls that contain any of the following allergens will be labeled accordingly: eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, seeds, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, wheat, barley/rye and or oats. Look for the labels near each serving area. You can also prescreen your menu choices for specific allergens and get complete ingredient information via MyNutrition.

Gluten-Free Dining

To accommodate gluten-free diets, a variety of gluten-free products are available upon request in the residential dining halls. This includes breads, buns, wraps, pasta and pizza crusts. To learn more or to make a request, contact your dining hall manager.

Preventive Measures

Any food allergies should be listed on a medical emergency card and carried with you at all times. This information can then be shared with appropriate staff or medical professionals as needed. We recommend that you tell your roommate about your allergies and any emergency medications. You may also want to consider instructing your roommate in how these medications should be used.

If you have an Allergic Reaction

If the reaction is severe, call 9-1-1. Tell the dispatcher you are having an allergic reaction, name the food source and state where you are. Take your medications as prescribed.

If the reaction is not severe, take medication as prescribed and determine whether you need medical attention. For non-emergency help, call Housing Security at 763-1131 or contact the University Health Service Allergy Clinic.

Learn More

To learn more about any of these services, please contact our Registered Dietitian or use the online live chat below.

You'll also find additional information in this recent news article.