Experience Something New
Grow your network globally and enjoy the diverse community at Webster University. Enjoy a meal at Marletto’s, the University Center, or grab a coffee with someone new this week.
What's On the Menu
Finding your favorite foods on campus is easy. Marletto's Market is an all you can eat style dining option located in Maria Hall.
Find all your favorites like pizza, burgers, soups and salad plus rotating seasonal options.
Marletto's is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner during the semester and has options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free diets.
Check out Marletto's menu for today's hours and menu options!
Far East Fusion
Blending exotic spices and cooking techniques into exciting and ever-changing menu options, Far East Fusion offers eclectic flavors in fully customizable stir-fry and noodle dishes as well as fresh sushi.
Freshens
With award-winning all-natural fresh blended smoothies, Freshëns is an irresistible draw. Freshëns Fresh Food Studio is a healthy “fast casual” concept, which offers prepared to order food inspired by fresh ingredients, as well as our signature fresh blended smoothies. The menu includes rice bowls and crepes.
WOW Cafe American Grill & Wingery
In addition to its famous wings, WOW offers delicious burgers, quesadillas, and chicken tenders, as well as lighter fare such as wraps and salads.
Hissho Sushi
Offering freshly prepared sushi on-site is the only way we roll. Every day our talented chefs prepare delicious sushi that will keep you happy and healthy. Have us prepare your favorite roll, or grab one of our prepackaged options.
We are proud to serve Starbucks Coffee at Emmerson Library along with salads, sandwiches, and fresh baked selections including: muffins, pound cakes, cookies, brownies and bars, scones, and biscotti.
"Simply to Go" is a unique Grab & Go location that offers coffee, snacks, deli sandwiches and salads, and a wide variety of bottled beverages for when you're on the go! Located in room 235 of the East Academic Building next to the 2nd floor commons!
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Stock Up On Snacks
- Schnucks
- Located less than a mile from campus. Large supermarket offering a full selection.
- Global Market
- Located 4 miles from campus. Specializing in hard to find and international foods.
- Roger's Produce
- Located just off campus. Specializes in locally grown produce and seasonal offerings.
The Lore Behind the Webster Gorlok
At Webster, we pride ourselves on creating a campus as unique as you are, and that includes our Mascot! The Gorlok is Webster's very own legendary creation and exemplifies the innovation, creativity and out-of-the-box thinking we encourage of our students, faculty and staff.
Get to Know the Gorlok!
Meet Our Mythical Mascot
The Gorlok is a mythical creature, uniquely created just for Webster University!
It has the paws of a speeding cheetah, the horns of a fierce buffalo and the face of a dependable Saint Bernard.
The myth of the Gorlok represents the high standards, atmosphere of fairness and good conduct that are so important to Webster University.
The name “Gorlok” was chosen in June 1984 from a pool of suggestions.
The name takes inspiration from the intersection of Gore and Lockwood avenues, considered to be the heart of “Old Webster”, to create a nickname for our one-of-a-kind mascot.
Webster University ran a contest in Oct. 1984 challenging applicants to submit a sketch and description of what they thought a Gorlok would look like.
The winning entry was a photograph of a furry creature holding a hand-held pump sprayer, which served as the inspiration for the Gorlok we know and love.
More Lore Unlocked
The Gorlok has evolved over time, continuing to be an important representative of the rare, innovative and creative energy found at Webster University.
The first life-size Gorlok costume made it’s debut at a Men’s Basketball game in Feb. 1988. The mascot stook 6’3” and was covered in blue fur. It was designed and created by Jana-Park Rogers, a costume designer for The Repertory Theatre of St.Louis, and Teri McConnell, creator of "Fredbird," the St. Louis Cardinal mascot.
Today the Gorlok features Golden fur, two horns upon its head and wears a blue letter jersey featuring a large, white “W” emblazoned on the front.
The Gorlok is an elusive creature that brings magic to campus. Keep your eyes open while you’re on campus, at athletic events and student life events and you just might get a glimpse of the Gorlok in real life!
And don’t worry, the Gorlok is friendly! Don’t be afraid to grab a photo together.
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