University of Michigan
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Ann Arbor
MI
Dining Services
Made-to-order items
Made-to-order items
[Yes, for all stations]
How are ingredients available?
Table: Ingredient Info Availability
Top 8 allergens, online database
Full ingredients, online database
[Yes]
Top 8 allergens, a list is posted in the dining hall
Full ingredients, a list is posted in the dining hall
Top 8 allergens, available on request in the dining hall
Full ingredients, available on request in the dining hall
Top 8 Allergens
Full Ingredients
Specific areas
All short-order stations have ingredient information available.
1. We provide access to ingredient information for made-to-order* items.
*Made-to-order - Meals that are prepared on request and to your specification in the dining hall. Examples include a sandwich station, omelet station, burrito station, etc.
Self-Serve Items
Self-Serve Items
[Yes, for all stations]
How are ingredients available?
Table: Ingredient Info Availability
Top 8 allergens, online database
Full ingredients, online database
[Yes]
Top 8 allergens, a list is posted in the dining hall
Full ingredients, a list is posted in the dining hall
Top 8 allergens, available on request in the dining hall
Full ingredients, available on request in the dining hall
Top 8 Allergens
Full Ingredients
Specific areas
All self-serve areas have ingredient information available.
2. We provide access to ingredient information for self-serve* items.
*Self-serve - Meals that are served buffet-style in a dining hall. These are typically high risk for cross-contact and are best avoided by diners with food allergies.
Made-To-Order Areas
Made-to-order areas
[Yes, in all stations]
Additional information
Please inform the server about your food allergies before placing an order so that appropriate accommodations can be made.
3. We have procedures in place to lower the risk of cross-contact in made-to-order areas.
Self-Serve Areas
Self-Serve Areas
[Yes, in some areas]
Specific areas
Back of the house procedures are in place to prevent cross-contact during food preparation. Students are able to request food items from back-up pans or can make requests prior to meal service. Cleaning procedures are in place to prevent spills.
Additional Information
It is important to notify a staff member before utilizing a self-serve area as there is a risk of cross-contact from other diners utilizing the space.
4. We have procedures in place to lower the risk of cross-contact in self-serve areas.
Pre-Order Meals
Do students have access to pre-order meals free from their allergens?
[Yes]
5. We have pre-order meals* available.
*Pre-order meals - Custom meals that can be ordered in advance by a diner so they are ready for pick up at a specific time. Typically these can be ordered online or by phone/text.
Allergy-Friendly Station
Do students have access to an allergy-friendly station(s) that is free from specific allergens?
[No]
6. We have an allergy-friendly station*.
*Allergy-friendly station - A food station where specific ingredients are banned, typically including many or all items in the Top 8 allergens and gluten.
Dining Services Staff Member Trained?
Dining services staff trained?
[Yes, all staff]
How often?
At least once a year
Which course(s) are used?
AllerTrain courses by MenuTrinfo
We developed our own food allergy training.
What topics are covered?
Food allergy 101, anaphylaxis, avoiding cross-contact, University policies
7. We train dining services staff members.
Registered Dietitian on Staff?
Do you have a registered dietitian on staff?
[Yes]
8. We have a registered dietitian* on staff.
*Registered dietitian - Registered dietitians are food and nutrition experts who are often tasked with helping students with food allergies navigate the dining halls.
Campus Life & Disabilities
RAs Trained
RA’s trained
[No]
9. We train our RA's.
Inclusive Residence Life Programs Including Food
Inclusive residence life programs involving food?
[Yes]
How can students access safe foods for residence life programs?
If RAs utilize catering from Michigan Dining, we can provide full ingredient and allergy information at every event.
10. We have inclusive residence life programs* including food.
*Inclusive residence life programs - Programs in the resident halls often include food. Inclusive residence life programs will offer students with food allergies the opportunity to request safe food alternatives for events they attend in the dorms.
Accommodations for Roommate Assignments
ROLLUP - Accommodations for roommate assignments
How does the school provide accommodations?
Trying to match students with food allergies for room assignments upon request
Facilitating roommate agreements involving food allergies upon request
Working with students to change roommate assignments if it becomes necessary
Does the housing office process requests?
Yes
Where can students get more information?
11. We offer accommodations for roommate assignments.
*Every accommodation request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. A housing accommodation cannot be guaranteed prior to an individual evaluation.
Disability Services Office Processes Food Allergy and Celiac Disease Accommodation Requests
Disability services office processes food allergy and celiac disease accommodation requests
[Yes]
Other departments a student should contact?
Yes, students should contact dining (if living on campus) and the Dean of Student’s office.
How can students submit an accommodations request?
Students can register with SSD by visiting their website and should also email MDining dietitians at eatsmart@umich.edu.
12. Our disability office processes food allergy and celiac disease accommodation requests.
Health Services
What health services are offered?
Food allergy management care
Prescriptions for epinephrine
Fulfill epinephrine prescriptions in our pharmacy
Allergy testing and diagnosis
Seasonal allergy shots
We have an allergy clinic on campus
See what health services we offer >
Emergency Response
Stock, Undesignated Epinephrine Available for Emergency Response
Stock, undesignated epinephrine for emergencies
[Yes]
Where?
Dining halls
13. We have stock, undesignated epinephrine* available for emergency response.
*Stock, undesignated epinephrine - Epinephrine that is prescribed to a college or university rather than to a particular student. This epinephrine is kept on hand to use for any student that experiences anaphylaxis.
Campus Emergency Responders Carry Epinephrine
Campus emergency responders carry epinephrine
[Some]
Who are the emergency responders?
On-campus emergency responders
City emergency responders
14. Our campus emergency responders carry epinephrine.
Emergency Response Policy
What does the policy allow for?
Staff is trained to recognize anaphylaxis and call emergency responders
On-campus emergency responders carry epinephrine for use in an emergency
See what our emergency response policy allows for >
Contact Info
Dining Services Staff Contact
Disability Staff Contact
Services for Students with Disabilities Office
734-763-3000