![Students eating at Valley Dining Center](https://files.wmich.edu/s3fs-public/styles/hero_12_5/public/images/u6347/2022/MBZ00604-copy.jpg?h=5e582eb3&itok=D2Kxi5eS)
The connection between healthy eating and overall well-being can’t be overstated. At Western, we provide fresh, flavorful and healthy choices along with comfort food to support your physical, emotional and mental well-being.
![Plates of food at the Valley Dining Center.](https://files.wmich.edu/s3fs-public/styles/hero_12_5/public/images/u171/2022/dining-food_0.jpg?h=c3635fa2&itok=U41a_RqM)
Where and when to eat
Whether you need something to eat during a late-night study session, first thing in the morning to prepare you for class or just after sleeping in until noon on the weekends, you’ll find multiple dining options that will satisfy your hunger.
Building equity
Dining Services recognizes its responsibility to address and dismantle the barriers that negatively impact BIPOC in our department, in student affairs and at the University.
![Smiling student at the Valley Dining Center.](https://files.wmich.edu/s3fs-public/styles/hero_12_5/public/images/u171/2021/BuildingEquity.jpg?h=56d0ca2e&itok=C65Q7R3K)
Sustainability
From reusable grab’n go containers to compost and food waste awareness, Dining Services is thinking about how to make Western dining sustainable. We are also LEED Gold certified, which means we’re committed to creating a greener community.
Payment options
Western dining locations accept the following types of payment:
- Meal plans: For students living in the residence halls, WMU apartments or off campus.
- Dining Dollars: For use at campus cafés or for guest meals in residence hall dining centers.
- Pay at the door: Guest meal rates are for single meal purchases in dining centers.
Staff and faculty are eligible for the Faculty/Staff Dining Dollars meal discount.
![My Pantry space catering to special diets.](https://files.wmich.edu/s3fs-public/styles/hero_12_5/public/images/u171/2021/MyPantry.jpg?h=56d0ca2e&itok=yo4z2_k9)
Dietary accommodations
At Western, we strive to provide a positive dining experience for everyone, including those with food allergies or food intolerance.