New to Penn State this Fall? Check out some of the helpful resources we have for dining on campus! Whether you have a dietary restriction or are just looking for a healthy way to avoid the Freshman 15, Campus Dining is here to help.

Do you have a food allergy or intolerance?

Check out the entrée cards displayed by each menu item in the dining commons. They will tell you if the food contains one or more of the 8 most common allergens. You can also access the menu online to view the daily offerings and uncover allergen information for individual items. Finally, send a quick email to our Campus Dining nutrition team (foodallergies@psu.edu), who can offer individual assistance and support in finding safe options for your specific dietary restrictions. 

Do you follow a Vegan or Vegetarian diet?

We offer a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options on campus ranging from cauliflower Buffalo wings to vegetarian tikka masala! Simply look for the meatless and vegan symbols on the entree cards and online menu for help finding them! Some dining locations may also offer additional options like vegan yogurts, soy milk, almond milk, or veggie burgers.

If you’re at the University Park campus, consider attending a Vegetarian Advisory Board meeting to provide input and suggestions about our current vegan and vegetarian options. Follow the “Penn State Vegetarian Advisory Board” on Facebook for more information, meeting reminders and updates! If you’re at another Penn State campus, consider bringing your concerns to a Food Advisory Board (FAB) meeting. Visit your campus Housing and Food Services website for details!

Interested in eating healthy?

Download the Dining@PSU app in the App Store to view menus for the dining commons and pull up nutrition facts for all food items! Look for the “RHEAL” carrot symbol on the entrée cards and online menu to find healthy foods that meet the RHEAL (Residential Healthy Eating and Living) standards for calories, saturated fat, and sodium content.