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GFF College Dining Survey Responses

University of Florida

Gainesville

Florida

Survey Date:

Apr 26, 2023

Survey 1 of 2

Student:

Freshman

With:

Celiac Disease

Student's Summary Assessment:

College Dining:

B+

Surrounding Area:

A+

Rationale for Grades Given

I eat lunch and dinner M-F at my sorority house, which is amazing. However, the on campus dining hall options do not have a lot of variety in options and most of the time are not accommodating and rude when I ask for something

Great options, helpful with accommodating to celiac disease

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)

I have stomach issues for days with even small amounts 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

No

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

Yes, but I have been disappointed with the results

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

Inform all staff members to be more accommodating and respectful of me.

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

Lack of options at dining halls, so I avoid them when I can and eat meals elsewhere

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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