Catherine Vandermer “Katie”

My philosophy is simple: 

There are no bad foods, only bad food habits. 

Balance is the key to healthy living. 

Taking care of your body is just like saving money, the sooner you start, the more you will gain.   I guarantee that when you attend one of my events you will learn something valuable and have a little fun in the process.

What can the Dietitian do for you?

Counseling Services – No charge for Shepherd students and staff during office hours
Healthy Lifestyle
                        Prevention of Chronic Disease (Heart Disease, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure)
                        Optimizing Athletic Performance
                        Weight Control
Coping with Food Allergies
How to get the Nutrients you need on a Vegetarian Diet
Group Classes by Request (Any Topic)

Office Hours: Wednesdays 10:00am – 3:00pm
Click here to schedule an appointment cvanderm@shepherd.edu
 Please include name, preferred time, and reason for your appointment
I will check my email on Tuesday morning and send a confirmation email with the date and time of your appointment

Special Events – Learn something new, eat something delicious, and have some fun!

Dining Light events will be held regularly throughout the semester.  Look for promotional posters in the dining hall.

Ask the Dietitian
Have a nutrition related question? 
Send me an email and I will do my best to answer it.  cvanderm@shepherd.edu

Healthy Options Program
            Shepherd’s dining services provides and labels Healthy Options at every meal
 

• Meal items that meet the Healthy Options criteria are marked with a Healthy Options symbol
• Look for the Healthy Options Symbol on the menu displays
• Healthy Options:  <10 grams fat, <300mg salt, and a good source of at least one nutrient

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find more vegetarian options?

Vegetarian options can be found daily on many of the serving stations.  Vegetarian options will be designated with either the vegetarian or vegan symbols below.  Additional vegetarian items are available daily in the Veggie Ally Refrigerator to the right of Piazza Place.  Selections include: Veggie Crumbles, Boca Burgers, and Vegetarian Sausage.  The Ram’s Den and Bistro also have Veggie Burgers, Vegetarian Wraps, and Salads available daily.

                        Vegetarian Symbol
                       Meatless – may have eggs, cheese and milk products

                        Vegan Symbol
                        No Animal Products
           

How do I make an appointment with the Dietitian?

Dietitian office hours are on Wednesdays from 10:00 – 3:00pm.  Send me an Email with your name, preferred time, and the reason for your appointment to  cvanderm@shepherd.edu, and I will contact you with an appointment date and time.  I will be checking my email on Tuesday mornings to set up appointments for the next day.  You may also contact Jack Shaw, the Director of Dining Services at (304) 876-5149 if you do not have access to email.

Is there any charge to see the Dietitian?

There is no charge for Dietitian counseling services for Shepherd students and staff

Is there any charge for special events?

Dining Light, Pace Breakers, Theme Dinners, and Create Excitement Events are free to all students who have purchased a meal plan.  Students and staff without a meal plan are welcome to attend, but will be charged the standard fee for the meal.

I don’t have a meal plan; can I attend the special events?

Students and staff without a meal plan are welcome to attend, but will be charged the standard fee for the meal.

Where can I find sugar free options?

Sugar free maple syrup, sweeteners, desserts, and jellies are available by request.  Requests may be directed to any server in the dining area.

How can I get Breakfast if I have a class until 9:30am?

Students can obtain a continental style breakfast from the dining hall until 11:00am.  This would include items such as juice, cereal, bagels, fruit, and baked goods.  Breakfast is also served in the Ram’s Den and Bistro until 10:30am. 

How can I get Lunch if I have a class until 2:00pm?

The salad bar, soup station, and sandwich bar will remain open until 4:00pm in the Dining Hall.
Lunch is also served in the Ram’s Den and Bistro until 3:00pm. 

How can I get Dinner if I have a class until 7:30pm?

Dinner is served in the Ram’s Den until 9:00pm and in the Bistro until 10:00pm Monday thru Thursday.

I’m allergic to peanuts; can I eat the fried items?