FOOD & NUTRITION
Dining is an integral part of the college experience, and we understand the importance of quality, fresh, and flavorful food. Our menu options are carefully crafted to satisfy all taste buds and dietary preferences.
SUSTAINABILITY: A SHARED COMMITMENT
Sustainability represents a core commitment rather than simply a set of practices. We encourage our guests to participate in environmentally responsible decisions that contribute to the well-being of our planet.
KNOW YOUR SOURCE
We proudly partner with local farmers and producers to bring you fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients. By knowing where your food comes from, you’re supporting regional economies and reducing environmental impact. Learn more about our Know Your Source Program here.
COMPOST & RECYCLE
Our culinary team composts pre-consumer waste, such as scraps and trimmings from fruits and vegetables during food preparation. We also recycle boxes and aluminum cans from deliveries. We also make it easy to sort waste properly with clearly marked compost and recycling stations. Together, we can divert waste from landfills and return nutrients to the earth.
GREEN TO GO
The use of reusable containers is encouraged through our Green to Go program. It’s a simple step that makes a big difference. You can ask a cashier for more information on how to join the program.
REDUCE FOOD WASTE
In the kitchen, food is batch-cooked as needed to ensure freshness and manage waste levels. In the dining hall, individuals are encouraged to take portions they expect to eat, with the option to get more if needed.
FILL IT FORWARD
The Fill It Forward reusable container program at John Carroll helps reduce single-use plastic on campus. When you use a Fill It Forward reusable water bottle at our refill stations, you can scan the code on your bottle to track your refills, see your environmental impact, and help unlock donations to global clean water and hunger-relief nonprofits. Visit their website to learn more about Fill It Forward.
Fill It FORWARD
We’re proud to offer the Fill It Forward program at John Carroll University to help reduce single‑use plastic on campus. When you use a Fill It Forward reusable water bottle at our refill stations, you can scan the code on your bottle to track your refills, see your environmental impact, and help unlock donations to global clean water and hunger‑relief nonprofits. It’s an easy way to stay hydrated, cut down on waste, and make a positive impact–one refill at a time.
Visit their website to learn more about
Fill It Forward.