06/23/2026
UVA Dine received GOLD from the National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS) for Special Diet Program of the Year! This award recognizes our Halal stations across our residential dining halls, including Mezz Halal at Observatory Hill, Halal Street Eats at Fresh Food Company, and Halal Oven at Runk Dining Hall!
And that’s not it, UVA Dine also received BRONZE for Wellness and Nutrition Program of the Year due to our Eat to Thrive program! This wellness event series highlights four key pillars: Cognitive Health, Stress Management, Immune System Support, and Performance Nutrition!
It’s an honor to receive these awards from NACUFS and be recognized as an award-winning program. The momentum isn’t stopping, we’re so excited to welcome everyone back in the fall!