Dining Accommodation Information

Who is eligible to apply?

A student may be eligible for a meal plan waiver or modification if all the following are met:

1. The student has a documented disability (e.g., severe food allergies, celiac disease, metabolic disorders, gastrointestinal conditions) with specific dietary requirements.

2. The student has registered with the Office of Accessibility Services by filling out a dining accommodation application and submitting supporting documentation.

3. The required documentation submitted with the dining accommodation application clearly supports the need for an accommodation and specifies the dietary restrictions. Documentation must:

• Confirm the diagnosis of the specific disability/medical condition.
• Detail the necessary dietary restrictions and why they are required.
• Explain why the restrictions prevent the student from safely participating in the standard university meal plan, even with typical accommodations offered by Dining Services.
• Include contact information for the healthcare provider.
• Be signed and dated by the healthcare provider.

4. University Dining Services and Auxiliary Services, after consultation with the student and the Office of Accessibility Services, determines that the student's specific, documented dietary needs cannot be reasonably and safely met through available dining options, specialized meal preparation, or modifications within the existing meal plan structure.

Note: Personal dietary preferences (e.g., veganism, vegetarianism, unless part of a documented disability), financial constraints, or convenience are not considered grounds for a disability-related meal plan accommodation under this specific policy, although the University may have separate processes or resources to address these concerns. Dining Services can accommodate common dietary needs like vegetarianism, veganism, and common allergens.