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GFF College Dining Survey Responses
George Washington University
Washington
D.C.
Survey Date:
May 27, 2026
Survey 1 of 1
Student:
Junior
With:
Celiac Disease, Tree Nut Allergy, Wheat Allergy
Student's Summary Assessment:
College Dining:
F
Surrounding Area:
A-
Rationale for Grades Given
Ate at the avoiding gluten section of the dining hall exclusively and my doctor evaluated my antibody levels and symptoms and said it was like I was eating at a bread factory.
Lots of safe food in the DC area but not that many dedicated gluten free options and you hav to be willing to travel to get safe food.
Details About this Student's Food Restrictions
How many years ago were you diagnosed with food allergies or celiac disease?
3-5
If you indicated celiac or gluten intolerance, how sensitive are you to gluten?
Extremely: React to even small traces
Add details to help us better understand your food restrictions (e.g. sensitivity level, potential reaction, need for EPI pen)
I cannot eat gluten or things cross contaminated with gluten. I am anaphylactic to tree nuts and have an epi pen
Details About this Student's College Dining Experience
Does your college handle food restrictions as you expected when you decided to attend?
Not at all what I expected
Have you had a reation from eating in your dining hall?
YES
If Yes, describe each incident and how your school responded
I contacted the school and had a meeting with the head of dining and the head nutritionist but nothing was changed. I have had dining employees yell at me for asking for gloves changed or gluten free orders.
Did you register your food restriction with the disabilities office? If yes, describe
Yes I did and I now have a private kitchen in my dorm.
Are there resources to help with nutritious, safe dining (e.g. dietician)? If yes, describe
Yes a dietician but they are not helpful and do not understand allergies or celiac disease.
If you were in charge of dining, what would you change? Would your school be open to suggestions?
I would make sure the staff is educated on allergies and what contains gluten. Many things are mislabeled as gluten free. The school is not receptive, I have tried.
Describe your biggest challenge managing your food restrictions at college and how you deal with it
I can’t eat at any of the dining halls so I have to cook all my own food.
Advice for Incoming Students:
Housing:
Did your food restrictions impact your housing decisions? Any dorm recommendations
Ask for a kitchen in your room be adamant have your doctor write a note explicitly stating that is what you need.
Dining Halls:
Any advice for managing dining halls? Favorite dining halls? Any to avoid?
Do not eat at the dining halls
Meal Plans:
Describe your meal plans over the year(s). What's mandatory? Any suggestions?
Have your doctor write you a dining hall exemption accommodation
Dorms:
Any advice for eating in the dorms? Favorite snacks? Places that deliver?
Lots of gluten free food in the area use atly!
Getting Started:
What should students do before school starts or when they first arrive?
Buy easy meals and lots of essentials. If you are a freshman try getting frozen meals.
Socializing:
Advice on managing parties or dinners out with friends?
Bring your own food or snacks and explain your allergies to your friends if they are good friends they will be receptive.
Other:
Any other advice or comments?
Meal Plans:
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