Iowa State University: Delta Zeta
Location: Ames, Iowa
“Our sorority chef handled my allergies very well! If a meal was not safe for my allergies, the chef would make a separate version of the meal accommodated to me and had it plated and stored for me away from the rest of the food! I felt safe, comfortable, and confident with every meal served as I knew there would be a safe option for me!”
@viviancrabbe, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, and fruit allergies
NC State: Kappa Kappa Gamma
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
“I had a great experience in 2023/2024 living in the KKG house at NC State while managing a nut allergy! The kitchen was entirely nut-free and they always made sure to label the meals and desserts which I found extremely helpful. There was also a variety of snacks offered and many to all of them were nut free! Our chef at the time was a baker and made the most amazing nut-free treats! The app I used would allow me to enter any dietary restrictions and would notify the chefs prior to the menu for the week to be announced. Overall I had a wonderful experience and so grateful for the accommodating staff!”
@avawisniewski, who manages peanuts, tree nuts, and chickpea allergies
University of Arizona: Pi Beta Phi
Location: Tucson, Arizona
“When I lived in the Pi Beta Phi sorority house, I was on the house meal plan, and they consistently offered excellent gluten-free accommodations. There was a salad bar available to everyone every day, and all members were required to wear gloves while serving themselves. For gluten-free meals, there was a separate area in the back of the kitchen where dedicated gluten-free options were kept. The sorority’s meal app clearly labeled which menu items had gluten-free alternatives, so instead of worrying about cross-contamination, I could simply pick up the designated gluten-free version. They offered gluten-free pasta, garlic bread, pita bread, sandwiches, and many other items, all stored separately from foods containing gluten. They also provided vegan and vegetarian options in the same dedicated area. The chefs were always happy to answer questions and reassure students about the safety of the food. Gluten-free meals were prepared on separate pans by designated chefs who focused only on gluten-free cooking, minimizing the risk of cross-contamination. Best of all, the gluten-free meals were served at the same time as the regular meals, making the dining experience easy, safe, and inclusive.”
@vtopinka, who manages celiac and wheat allergies
University of Georgia: Delta Gamma
Location: Athens, Georgia
“My sorority house was great with my food allergies!! The chefs were hired through a local Athens catering company, which had a specific allergy protocol. They had my allergies posted in the kitchen for everyone to pay attention to! Staff were very kind and always made sure I was safe. They made sure my food was as similar to the other girls meals as possible, cooking me foods like Shepherds Pie, chicken wings, breaded chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, gluten-free pastas and spaghetti, along with tacos and loaded potatoes. Oat milk was always offered and dairy-free cheeses. I introduced myself well before I lived in the house to make sure my dietary restrictions were known!”
@samisafeeats, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, wheat, and shellfish allergies
University of Illinois: Alpha Epsilon Phi
Location: Champaign, Illinois
“I am in AEPhi at the University of Illinois, and I have had an excellent experience managing my allergies there. The kitchen staff are incredibly accommodating and will customize meals for any allergy. They do not cook with nuts, and whenever fish is served, there is always an alternative option available. Since I am vegetarian, they always provide a tofu-based option that works for me. They also offer gluten-free versions and a dairy-free option of every meal. They prepare the main dish and then make modified versions for different dietary needs and allergens so that everyone can enjoy the same meal! Allergy-friendly meals are kept separate, and ingredients and allergens are clearly labeled. Overall, AEPhi has made managing dietary restrictions incredibly easy!”
@oliviaschwartz, who manages peanut, tree nut, fish, and fruit allergies
University of North Carolina: Zeta Tau Alpha
Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
“I was nervous about sorority meal plans with a food allergy when I first joined ZTA, but I have felt very comfortable eating at my sorority house. UNC Chapel Hill’s chapter of ZTA has a nut-free kitchen, so nothing the chefs make has nuts in it! Additionally, the chefs know my allergy and are very knowledgeable about the food and any questions I might have. We also have a group chat of girls with dietary restrictions so that accommodations can be made for any outside food being brought in as well.”
@nallergy, who manages tree nut allergy
University of Rhode Island: Kappa Delta
Location: South Kingstown, Rhode Island
“Our chef made separate plates for all members with allergies and everything was labeled with our names. Our chef made gluten-free desserts so girls never felt left out. Gluten-free plates were kept in a separate area and there was a designated toaster for gluten-free members. Gluten-free snacks were provided.”
@gcb114, who manages celiac and wheat allergies
University of Wisconsin: Sigma Delta Tau
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
“When I was diagnosed with celiac, I knew it would change my life. At seven, I never considered how it would affect my sorority life, because at seven, I didn’t even know what a sorority was. During recruitment, a million thoughts were running through my mind. But as a student who was already struggling with meals in the dining hall, celiac was one of my main concerns. So many sororities have a house chef, and between keeping kosher and having celiac, I was so afraid of not getting adequate nutrients and food I enjoyed. Especially during preference round, when everyone was being given cookies, I had to decline, nervous about bringing up my allergies and possibly creating an uncomfortable environment. One of the things that I loved about SDT is that we don’t have a house chef, but instead a few girls share a kitchen. I brought my own pots and pans to ensure my food was safe, and all of the girls were extremely respectful about it. As a girl who loves food, I was nervous it would inhibit my Madison experience and my sorority experience. But I found that with the right girls and the right friends, it would never be an issue!”
@afarc, who manages celiac
