Category: News

Shannon Weber, Feast Magazine- It’s back to school for students of all ages, and in just a few short weeks, the mood has shifted from summer fun to the anticipation of cooler weather and autumn happenings all over St. Louis. Step onto the campus of Washington University in St. Louis this fall, and you’ll likely […]

WashU Dining has ranked #5 in the Princeton Review for Best Campus Food. View the list here! Washington University in St. Louis also ranked #1 for Best College Dorms, #1 for Best Financial Aid, and #10 for Most Beautiful Campus in this year’s reviews!

Shannon Weber, Feast Magazine- In a few weeks, Washington University in St. Louis is set to become a dining destination for not only students and staff, but also the community it serves. University Dining Services has invited popular local restaurants to set up shop on campus this August, just as students begin settling in for […]

St. Louis, MO – The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) announced Washington University in St. Louis as the recipient of a distinguished NACUFS Nutrition Award. Washington University in St. Louis received a Silver in the category of Most Innovative Nutrition and Wellness Program. The NACUFS Nutrition Awards recognize the outstanding nutrition […]

As part of Washington University in St. Louis’ broader efforts to partner with St. Louis businesses, University Dining Services has invited four local restaurants that are minority- or woman-owned to open locations at campus eateries in August. Learn more about which restaurants are coming to campus here!

WashU IT has replaced the software behind Bear Bucks transactions to Atrium Connect to ensure the continued service for meal plans and Bear Bucks. As a result, how students, faculty, and staff add funds to their accounts, check account balances, and manage their Bear Bucks account has changed. Learn more about the changes here.

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to offering its students, faculty and staff high quality, innovative dining options. Two significant service shifts will help the university expand on that mission moving forward. Bon Appetit, WashU’s long-standing food service partner, has provided meals for the campus community for over 25 years. The university awarded the […]

Coffeestamp, the coffee roaster known for specialty beans and made-from-scratch baked goods in St. Louis’ Fox Park neighborhood, recently opened its second location in Washington University in St. Louis’ Hillman Hall. Brothers Spencer and Patrick Clapp moved into the former Grounds for Change space, and their arrival is another big win for the university’s supplier […]

Dear WashU Community, We are committed to an inclusive dining experience for all students, regardless of dietary needs and preferences. We understand though that it can be challenging to find foods to meet one’s needs and preference. If you or someone you know is struggling to find food on campus to meet dietary or medical nutrition-related […]

Dear WashU Community, Thank you for your input on issues concerning chicken, bagels, fresh produce, and stocked shelves in our campus dining locations. After several meetings with our partner Bon Appetit’s corporate leadership, we are initiating the following action items to ensure the highest quality, value, and service to our students. Please feel free to […]

Dear students and parents, We want you to know we are aware of concerns about the quality of the food that is currently available through our dining operations.  We have heard complaints about subpar chicken products and bagels, lack of fresh fruit and vegetables, and empty shelves in our convenience marts.  These conditions are unacceptable […]

COVID-related food service supply chain interruptions are a new (and daily) reality. Our team is dedicated to create varied menu offerings, and are working with our suppliers — and with our purchasing department — to ensure the best possible product access each day. Unfortunately, our suppliers can only deliver products they have in stock, and […]

There is a national labor crisis affecting many industries,  — but especially the hospitality industry. Unfortunately, the community of Washington University is not exempt from this shortage. Dining Services is fortunate enough to have some tenured employees who have returned this year to provide the campus community with exceptional food and service. However, well-deserved retirements, […]

The Dining Services team at Washington University cannot express enough how excited we are to see you all back on campus. We recognize the important role dining plays on the WashU campus. Delicious food that meets your dietary needs and lifestyles combined with the sense of community that the dining experience provides are all essential […]

Dining Services at Washington University in St. Louis has received a gold 2020 Loyal E. Horton Dining Award from the National Association of College & University Food Services. Read More