Nutrition Support at Western University
Nutrition Tools
Our Nutrition Services team wants to help you!
- Across campus and in residence, we have allergen and dietary icons available to help provide you with information on the menu item being served.
- Our FRESH program provides peer support and nutrition education to students living within residence. Keep an eye out for food demonstrations and table talk events in residence dining halls!
- Dietitian support is available for any students who have questions about food offerings across campus and in residence! Whether you are looking for more information to make an informed choice, are finding it difficult to locate menu options that suit your needs, or just have suggestions - our Dietitian is always happy to hear from you!
Food Allergies
While our dining facilities are not allergen- or gluten-free, we take steps to minimize exposure and help get pertinent information in your hands to make informed choices. Learn more by visiting our Food Allergies page.
Healthy Eating is a Key Component to Good Health!
Western is proud to operate its own eateries and residence dining halls within Hospitality Services. With a campus meal plan or residence meal plan, you have a lot of food options to choose from during your time studying, working, or simply enjoying your time on campus!
Preparing for University
The move from home to a post-secondary setting often presents a challenging transition for students. If you have food allergies, intolerances, restrictions or follow a specific dietary pattern, we recommend you take the following steps!
If living in residence:
- Complete the Residence Accessibility Request form (if applicable) via MyHousing portal.
- Complete the Dietary Questionnaire as part of the Residence On-Boarding Process.
- Contact our Registered Dietitian (nutritionservices@uwo.ca) to get started on your individualized recommendations!
If living off campus or visiting campus:
- Self-identify your specific dietary needs and ask before you eat! Our culinary teams can review ingredients, methods of preparation, and more with you, to ensure the choice your making is appropriate for you!