Wellness On Campus
Our dining program makes it easy to eat well, so you can focus on everything else campus has to offer.
Food You Love, Fuel You Need
Eating well shouldn’t be a challenge, no matter how packed your schedule is. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for a meal with friends, you’ll always find fresh, wholesome food that makes eating well simple.
We believe good nutrition should be easy and enjoyable. Our menus are designed with balance, flavor, and convenience in mind, so you never have to choose between eating well and loving what’s on your plate.
Meet the Dietitian
Mackenzie is here to support your health and wellness journey. Whether you have specific dietary needs, questions about nutrition, or just want tips on making balanced choices, she is here to help. From personalized consultations to campus-wide wellness initiatives, Mackenzie is dedicated to helping you thrive. Mackenzie has led impactful initiatives, including Fairfield’s involvement in the FARE University Pilot Program, launching a student-athlete fueling station, and receiving AllerTrain’s Best Campus Food Allergy Champion award.
Mackenzie Gordon, DCN, RDN, CDN
Mackenzie is the first line of contact for all of your dietary needs! Set up a meeting with Mackenzie to discuss your options on campus - mgordon@fairfield.edu.
Dine Without Restrictions
Explore dining options designed for safety and satisfaction, offering allergen-friendly spaces that cater to your needs.
True Balance
The True Balance Station offers a complete meal made without gluten and 8 out of the top 9 food allergens (milk, eggs, wheat, soy, shellfish, fish, tree nuts, peanuts, and sesame). A dedicated and trained staff member will serve you from this station with a clean plate each time. This station is AllerCheck certified, indicating that it follows the proper processes and procedures to minimize the risk of cross-contact and serves menu items prepared with verified ingredients. The True Balance station is audited by an independent agency at least once per year.
Peace of Mind Pantry
The Peace of Mind Pantry is our campus allergen and gluten-free “pantry” located at The Tully Dining Commons. The Peace of Mind Pantry is stocked with a variety of gluten-free and other allergy-friendly options. This room can only be accessed by StagCard swipe with students with documented allergies or those with Celiac Disease. For access to the Peace of Mind Pantry, please email the Campus Dietitian, Mackenzie Gordon: mgordon@fairfield.edu.
How We Support You
Our team will work with you to navigate your options, ensuring you have access to meals that fit your needs. Follow these steps to get started:
Meet
Contact our dining team to discuss your allergy, gather information on managing them, and learn about navigating campus dining. We will accommodate your individual needs and help you find safe food options on campus.
Support
We can provide additional support after the initial meeting. This includes meeting the culinary team, who can address any allergy-related questions and concerns. It's an opportunity for us to thoroughly review available food options.
Monitor
We continuously monitor our processes to ensure safety and care for individuals with food allergies. Throughout the year, the Stags Hospitality team is available to assist you. Feel free to contact us with any further questions or concerns.
Tools to Manage Your Nutrition
Take control of your health and wellness with these tools designed to help you make informed dining decisions.
Online Nutrition Information
Easily navigate dining options and view nutrition information on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Look for nutrition icons that make it easy to find your choices, online or on-site.
Personalized Meal Calculator
Plan your meals with confidence using our meal calculator. Track your nutrition or click on the heart to save your favorite menu items. Personalize your choices to fit your goals.
Nutrition Insights & Advice
Have questions about healthy eating and nutrition? Our chefs and dietitians share their expertise on-site and online to help make sure you have the information you need.
A Foundation For Wellness
Our chefs and management team are trained and eager to assist you with any special dietary needs.
Smart Eating Starts Here!
A meal plan gives you access to fresh, nutritious options designed to support your busy lifestyle.
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*Although we take great lengths to accommodate students with food allergies, we prepare food in open kitchens where cross contact with foods containing allergens may occur and we rely on our suppliers ingredient listings and may not be aware of ingredients contained in the food, but not listed on the container or packaging. As such, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment