University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

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Dining Services
Made-to-order items
Made-to-order items
[Yes, for some stations]
How are ingredients available?
Table: Ingredient Info Availability
Top 9 allergens, online database
[No]
Full ingredients, online database
[No]
Top 9 allergens, a list is posted in the dining hall
[No]
Full ingredients, a list is posted in the dining hall
[No]
Top 9 allergens, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
Full ingredients, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
 
Top 9 Allergens
Full Ingredients
Specific areas

Menu information can be found online (dineoncampus.com/uwlacrosse) under the "What's On The Menu?" tab or on the Dine On Campus app, which can be downloaded in the app store on your mobile device. These menus display ingredient listings with main ingredients only and do not detail all sub-ingredients. Students with food allergies or celiac disease are encouraged to speak directly with an on-site Ingredient Expert (chef or manager) for the most accurate ingredient information at the time of service. Staff is happy to provide product labels, recipes, and food preparation information upon request to help students make informed decisions.

Additional Information

We use the Avoiding Gluten icon to denote areas and dishes that do not contain any fresh or manufactured foods containing gluten.

We use the Vegan icon for foods that do not contain any animal products at all. This includes honey, eggs, dairy products of any kind, chicken, seafood, beef, ham, or any other animal stock or base.

We use the Vegetarian icon for foods that do not contain any poultry, pork, beef, seafood or fish. No stocks made from poultry, pork, beef, seafood or fish may be used either. These goods may contain eggs or dairy products. 

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 9 allergens, online database
[No]
Full ingredients, online database
[No]
Top 9 allergens, a list is posted in the dining hall
[No]
Full ingredients, a list is posted in the dining hall
[No]
Top 9 allergens, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
Full ingredients, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
 
Top 9 Allergens
Full Ingredients
Additional Information

Our website and app display ingredients for all menu items. Students with food allergies or Celiac Disease are encouraged to speak with the Ingredient Expert (Registered Dietitian, manager, or chef) for verification. We can provide ingredient, recipe, and preparation information upon request to help students make informed decisions.

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 some stations]
Specific areas

Information will be posted at a made-to-order station about procedures to lower the risk of cross-contact. 

  • Team members are trained to take precautions in order minimize the risk of cross contact in made to order areas
  • This includes proper hand washing, changing gloves and apron as well as cleaning and sanitation procedures.
Additional information

In the Whitney Center and around Campus: Since we prepare products in common kitchens or shared equipment, it is not possible that our prepared foods can maintain the gluten-free status established by the manufacturer and FDA.

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

Information will be posted at a self-serve station about procedures to lower the risk of cross-contact. 

Additional Information

In the Whitney Center and around Campus: Since we prepare products in common kitchens or shared equipment, it is not possible that our prepared foods can maintain the gluten-free status established by the manufacturer and FDA.

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]
Additional information

Working with our Registered Dietitian to see what options and accommodations are made for students based on their allergies students can have pre-order meals available for pick-up at Whitney Main Dining Hall.

 

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?
[Yes]
What is the station free from?
Gluten
Additional Information

Our "Avoiding Gluten" area contains a separate toaster oven, microwave and fridge for gluten-free items, along with other Allergy Friendly products.

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?
FARECheck Certified course
Additional information

All dining team members are trained on food allergies at least once a year. Trainings cover: Understanding food allergies, the top allergens, allergic reaction signs and symptoms, peanuts and tree nuts, food allergy emergencies, celiac disease & gluten intolerance, and mitigating risk for cross contact.

This training is FAREcheck certified. 

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?

The dining program often provides food to Resident Life program and will provide foods for students with food allergies upon request for the 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
[Not answered]
Does the housing office process requests?
Not Answered
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]
How can students submit an accommodations request?

Students can submit a request by registering with the Access Center on campus. 

Additional Information

Register with the Access Center on campus about the food allergy to receive the American's with Disabilities Act protection for reasonable accommodation.

12. Our disability office processes food allergy and celiac disease accommodation requests.
Health Services
What health services are offered?
Prescriptions for epinephrine
Seasonal allergy shots
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Emergency Response
Stock, Undesignated Epinephrine Available for Emergency Response
Stock, undesignated epinephrine for emergencies
[Yes]
Where?
Healthcare facilities
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
[Not answered]
Who are the emergency responders?
On-campus emergency responders
14. Our campus emergency responders carry epinephrine.
Emergency Response Policy
What does the policy allow for?
State Certified Police Officers trains in first-aid, CPR AED and will call for ambulance if needed.
Additional Information

Police Department is staffed 24/7 with dispatchers and Police Officers.

See what our emergency response policy allows for >
Contact Info
Dining Services Staff Contact
Disability Staff Contact
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