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GFF College Dining Survey Responses
University of Scranton
Scranton
Pennsylvania
Survey Date:
Jan 22, 2026
Survey 1 of 2
Student:
Freshman
With:
Celiac Disease
Student's Summary Assessment:
College Dining:
A-
Surrounding Area:
B+
Rationale for Grades Given
Meals can be repetitive
Some options in area but not many in walking distance
Details About this Student's Food Restrictions
How many years ago were you diagnosed with food allergies or celiac disease?
1-3
If you indicated celiac or gluten intolerance, how sensitive are you to gluten?
Not Very: Usually do not know if exposed
Add details to help us better understand your food restrictions (e.g. sensitivity level, potential reaction, need for EPI pen)
Not very symptomatic, when I had reactions it is usually anxiety
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
Did you register your food restriction with the disabilities office? If yes, describe
Yes, I have not had to use food accommodations because dining hall food is adequate.
Are there resources to help with nutritious, safe dining (e.g. dietician)? If yes, describe
Yes, dietician. i have not used resource but she is available as a resource
If you were in charge of dining, what would you change? Would your school be open to suggestions?
I would add more diversity to the food options. They take requests.
Describe your biggest challenge managing your food restrictions at college and how you deal with it
Lack of diverse foods at allergen station , but the food is safe so I know to be grateful for what I have.
Advice for Incoming Students:
Housing:
Did your food restrictions impact your housing decisions? Any dorm recommendations
I have a semi private bathroom and did not have to use the communal bathrooms due to celiac, so I reccomend reaching out to the disability office to see what you qualify for.
Dining Halls:
Any advice for managing dining halls? Favorite dining halls? Any to avoid?
Be willing to talk to food servers, they are kind and making friends with them can help in having the courage to ask about the meals in the stations that are not dedicated gluten free.
Meal Plans:
Describe your meal plans over the year(s). What's mandatory? Any suggestions?
Unlimited meal plan, mandatory. I have the unlimited plus flex so i have extra dollars for fast food service.
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?
Talk to your roommate to know what they are brining and if you feel comfortable in sharing items, like a mini fridge for example. If you plan on keeping lots of refrigerated items in your room, sharing may not work the best.
Socializing:
Advice on managing parties or dinners out with friends?
Eat before hand so if gluten free options do not work out, you are not starving and are able to enjoy yourself.
Other:
Any other advice or comments?
Meal Plans:
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