Three dining programs that are part of Chartwells Higher Education—the University of Chicago, Northwestern University and Northeastern University—have been recognized by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) for their commitment to food allergy safety.
The University of Chicago and Northwestern University each earned FARECheck Platinum recognition, and Northeastern University earned FARECheck Gold. The recognition underscores Chartwells’ continued leadership in advancing clear standards focused on awareness, transparency, communication and operational risk reduction across campus dining.
What FARECheck Recognition Means
FARE, a nonprofit leading food allergy education and advocacy organization, recognizes dining programs that meet comprehensive standards for staff training, management practices and operational audits. Earning FARECheck status reflects a deep commitment to food allergy awareness, clear ingredient information, strong communication practices, cross-contact prevention, and emergency preparedness to help reduce risk for students and families.
By achieving FARECheck recognition, these university dining programs demonstrate that students with food allergies can rely on consistent safety practices, informed dining decisions and clear communication across multiple campus environments. The recognition highlights the expertise of Chartwells’ teams in building operations that prioritize awareness, transparency and risk reduction while supporting an inclusive, high-quality dining experience.
“At Chartwells Higher Education, we are committed to creating dining environments grounded in safety, transparency and open communication so students can make informed choices with confidence,” said Megan Dudczak, corporate director of nutrition at Chartwells Higher Ed. “The FARECheck recognitions earned by the University of Chicago, Northwestern University and Northeastern University reflect the dedication of our teams to strengthening food allergy awareness, reducing risk, and supporting students and families with clear, consistent practices.”
These milestones reinforce how Chartwells Higher Education and its campus partners continue to strengthen food allergy safety and student well-being. The FARECheck recognitions demonstrate a shared commitment to awareness, transparency, communication and practical risk reduction in higher education dining.
