A Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is an expert in food and nutrition. They offer guidance, counseling, and practical solutions for a healthy lifestyle. In a nutrition-focused society, Dietitians can distinguish between evidence-based information and passing trends, translating nutritional science into everyday decisions.
Food Allergies & Special Diets
We are committed to nourishing all guests by providing nutritious options that fit each need, no matter where they dine on campus. We support students with food allergies and special diets
for medical, religious or personal reasons by providing the knowledge and resources necessary for students to make informed food choices in our dining locations.
Where to Start
- Notify the dining team of your allergies and/or special dietary needs. For example, ask the cashier at Broderick Dining Commons to speak with the Chef Manager to review what is safe for you to eat!
- Schedule a meeting with Amanda. After an initial consultation, she will give you a tour of Broderick Dining Commons, work with you to develop a plan to navigate dining on campus, and
find the best solution regarding your meal plan, if needed. If further accommodations are needed, visit the Office of Educational Accessibility to submit a meal plan accommodation request. - Keep in touch. If we do not hear from you, we believe that you are successfully navigating the dining locations.
- Always read the menu, ingredient, and nutrition information for foods you wish to eat to ensure you are properly avoiding the appropriate foods. You can find this information
for Broderick Dining Commons here. - When in doubt regarding ingredients in a particular food, direct your questions to our manager on duty.
- Due to the self-serve nature of the residential dining halls, if you have been prescribed an epinephrine autoinjector, carry it with you at all times.
- Items at self-service stations may be prepared individually for you in our kitchens, just ask a chef or manager or assistance.
- Take caution with deep fried foods as frying oil is reused before being changed and may lead to cross-contact.
our supplier's 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.
ODU Allergen Guide 2025-2026
Meet the Dietitian
Amanda Miller is a dedicated registered dietitian who graduated from Mississippi State University in 2018. She completed her dietetic internship with Wellness Workdays in 2019. Since then, Amanda has focused her career on counseling and hospitality, helping individuals safely navigate fueling their bodies and helping them reach their health goals.
If you are a meal plan holder and need assistance navigating dining on campus, schedule an appointment with Amanda for help!
Monthly Dietitian Newsletter
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