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GFF College Dining Survey Responses

Carson–Newman University

Jefferson City

Tennessee

Survey Date:

Aug 11, 2023

Survey 1 of 1

Student:

Sophomore

With:

Celiac Disease

Student's Summary Assessment:

College Dining:

C

Surrounding Area:

D

Rationale for Grades Given

Nothing 100% GF, all prepped in same area with unknown seasonings

No places in surrounding area offer certified G-F menu

Details About this Student's Food Restrictions

How many years ago were you diagnosed with food allergies or celiac disease?

Less than 1

If you indicated celiac or gluten intolerance, how sensitive are you to gluten?

Very: React to small amounts

Add details to help us better understand your food restrictions (e.g. sensitivity level, potential reaction, need for EPI pen)

Extremely sick for DAYS following contact with traces of gluten

Details About this Student's College Dining Experience

Does your college handle food restrictions as you expected when you decided to attend?

Somewhat what I expected

Have you had a reation from eating in your dining hall?

NO

If Yes, describe each incident and how your school responded

Did you register your food restriction with the disabilities office? If yes, describe

Yes, no help was given, only opted out of required meal plan

Are there resources to help with nutritious, safe dining (e.g. dietician)? If yes, describe

No

If you were in charge of dining, what would you change? Would your school be open to suggestions?

100% Gluten-free area

Describe your biggest challenge managing your food restrictions at college and how you deal with it

Not being able to join my friends for meals

Advice for Incoming Students:

Housing:

Did your food restrictions impact your housing decisions?  Any dorm recommendations

Dining Halls:

Any advice for managing dining halls?  Favorite dining halls? Any to avoid?

Meal Plans:

Describe your meal plans over the year(s). What's mandatory? Any suggestions? 

Dorms:

Any advice for eating in the dorms? Favorite snacks? Places that deliver? 

Getting Started:

What should students do before school starts or when they first arrive?

Socializing:

Advice on managing parties or dinners out with friends?

Other:

Any other advice or comments?

Meal Plans:

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