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Advocating for inclusive, safe dining for college students with food restrictions
GFF College Dining Survey Responses
Towson University
Towson
Maryland
Survey Date:
Dec 27, 2024
Survey 1 of 2
Student:
Sophomore
With:
Celiac Disease
Student's Summary Assessment:
College Dining:
D
Surrounding Area:
A+
Rationale for Grades Given
There is a top 8 area in the dining hall but the choices are limited. When I went there during my freshman tour, they were changing vendors and despite telling them ahead of time that I have celiac, there was nothing safe nor labeled.
I eat at home as I chose to commute due to having celiac. It's a 45 minute trip each way.
Details About this Student's Food Restrictions
How many years ago were you diagnosed with food allergies or celiac disease?
5+
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)
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Details About this Student's College Dining Experience
Does your college handle food restrictions as you expected when you decided to attend?
Totally yes, was 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
I do not eat at school. I do not trust it so I commute.
Did you register your food restriction with the disabilities office? If yes, describe
Yes
Are there resources to help with nutritious, safe dining (e.g. dietician)? If yes, describe
Top 9 allergen free zone in one dining hall.
If you were in charge of dining, what would you change? Would your school be open to suggestions?
I would make more GF options at the other food places. I am able to get fries from CFA but that's about it so it's limiting if I'm eating with friends.
Describe your biggest challenge managing your food restrictions at college and how you deal with it
It's hard to navigate food with friends. I generally just eat very little and eat when I get home.
Advice for Incoming Students:
Housing:
Did your food restrictions impact your housing decisions? Any dorm recommendations
Yes, I commute.
Dining Halls:
Any advice for managing dining halls? Favorite dining halls? Any to avoid?
I do not eat at school.
Meal Plans:
Describe your meal plans over the year(s). What's mandatory? Any suggestions?
I eat at home
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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