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Awareness and Advocacy for Allergy-Friendly College Dining

Own Your Food Allergies: Plan Ahead and Thrive in College
As a college consultant for students with food allergies, I promise that eating safely at college is possible with research and preparation.
Christina Mingle Keller
Mar 159 min read
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School Newspapers Push Colleges to Improve GF and Food Allergy Dining
We showcase strong student reporting and provide resources for interested journalists. How well does YOUR college meet dietary needs?
Sheryl Harpel
Feb 15 min read
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Food Allergies Inspire ASU Student to Launch Dining Concierge Service
An ASU student competed in pitch competitions to fund Allergy Voyage, a service that helps users filter menus by allergens.
Tristan Tierce
Oct 22, 20245 min read
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Our Guide to Free College Resources from Celiac and Food Allergy Groups
This guide helps students with dietary restrictions utilize the many free college resources from celiac and food allergy groups.
Jasmine Hou
Sep 23, 20248 min read
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Counseling Students with Food Allergies or Celiac During their College Search
Help students consider medically required food restrictions during their college search and set them up for success on campus!
Sheryl Harpel
Apr 11, 20244 min read
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Pharmacy Student Pushes For Food Allergy Awareness in Medical Facilities
A pharmacy student reports that medical facilities are often not allergy-friendly and suggests improvements.
Marianna Reiser
Mar 27, 20243 min read
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NYC Teen Launches Celiac Mentorship Program
Avery Leppo founded Celiac Chat, a mentorship program for kids and teens newly diagnosed with celiac disease.
Avery Leppo
Feb 17, 20243 min read
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Northwestern Students Act to Increase Food Allergy Support on College Campuses
The transition from high school to college can be challenging for students with food allergies. Northwestern students aim to help.
Kethan Bajaj
Jan 20, 20243 min read
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Vanderbilt Alum Starts Beyond Celiac College Program to Spread Food Allergy Advocacy
Valerie Kraft from Beyond Celiac has advice on how to advocate for more allergy-friendly college dining options on your campus!
Sheryl Harpel
Oct 27, 20231 min read
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The Challenges of Eating Gluten-Free in Duke's “Allergy-Friendly” Dining Program
As a GF student, I genuinely appreciate that Duke University continues to dedicate so much effort toward having a top food allergy program.
Sonia Green
Oct 4, 20235 min read
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Considering Gluten-Free Dining Needs During My College Search
I am definitely looking for lots of different factors in schools but as someone with celiac disease, eating safely is most important to me.
Abby Spaulding
Sep 21, 20234 min read
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How I Lost Trust in Brandeis University’s Dining Hall Program
I chose Brandeis not only for its academic reputation but also for its accommodating dining hall program. But a change was coming.
Brandon Samuels
Aug 11, 20234 min read
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Join our Grassroots Effort to Improve Dining Safety for College Students with Food Allergies
Sharing your college dining experiences helps high school students during their college search and pressures schools to improve.
Sheryl Harpel
Aug 2, 20233 min read
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Gluten-Free at College? Yes, It's Possible!
Considering how well a college handles dietary restrictions before making a decision, can help ensure your success on campus!
gffadmin
Jun 21, 20231 min read
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High School Student Creates a Community for Food Allergy Parents
Hemali Gauri, Founder of K12Allergies, is a high school junior committed to food allergy education and awareness.
Sheryl Harpel
Feb 28, 20234 min read
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A or F? For Students with Food Restrictions, Scoring College Dining is Personal
When we survey college students with food allergies or celiac about school dining programs, responses reflect unique perspectives.
Sheryl Harpel
Feb 8, 20233 min read
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Become a GFF Student Advocate!
Join our grassroots effort to make dining inclusive and safe for all college students with food restrictions!
gffadmin
Sep 19, 20221 min read
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Meet the Gluten-Free Challenge from College Search to Campus
How can you evaluate college dining services during your college search and set yourself up for success on campus?
Sheryl Harpel
May 23, 20221 min read
748 views

How Well Does Your College Meet the Gluten-Free and Food Allergy Challenge?
What can students with food allergies or celiac disease do to eat more safely in their college dining halls?
Sheryl Harpel
Jan 8, 20201 min read
1,768 views

Gluten-Free Fun with Mini Cupcakes
Delicious assorted GF Mini Cupcakes adds variety to your dessert table. Decorating is also a fun party activity!
Sheryl Harpel
Sep 19, 20193 min read
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Colleges Urged to Assess Compliance by Food Allergy, Celiac, and Disability Groups After Rider Case
Gluten Free Friends, FARE, NCA and AHEAD urge colleges to assess their ability to safely feed students with food-related disabilities.
Sheryl Harpel
Jun 5, 20193 min read
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Twins Publish Celiac Book Before Heading off to College
Twin sisters, Hallie and Rayna Katzman, and their mom, psychologist Lori Katzman, have written a new book for the celiac community.
Sheryl Harpel
Jun 3, 20195 min read
1,122 views


Universities Must Serve Gluten-Free Says US Dept of Justice
A February 2019 settlement reached between Rider University and the United States reaffirms that properly accommodating students with...
Sheryl Harpel
Apr 6, 20196 min read
1,640 views


Cornell #1 at Meeting Gluten-Free and Food Allergy Challenge
Congratulations to Cornell University for winning 2018 Best Overall Food Allergy Program for Universities! Cornell also ranked #4 this...
Sheryl Harpel
Mar 7, 20196 min read
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