Student Advisory Panel
Student Advisory Panel
The Student Advisory Panel (SAP) is a team of students who advocate for their fellow students and serve as their voice to the senior leaders within GW Dining. They work hard to gather student opinions and ideas for future advancements and initiatives, teaming up directly with members of GW Dining to bring these dreams to fruition. Anyone interested is encouraged to join the monthly meetings when available.
- Our Mission Statement
The Student Advisory Panel collaborates closely with GW Dining Services to drive meaningful change and create the ideal dining experience for all students. Our intent is to give students an active voice in growing GW Dining to fit the needs of an ever-changing student population. We are committed to promoting food safety and sustainable practices that benefit both our community and the environment. Together with GW Dining, we strive to foster a healthy, sustainable, and dynamic dining environment that reflects the values and aspirations of our student body.
- Meetings
The Student Advisory Panel meets once per month. All students are welcome to attend and participate in the meeting's feedback and input discussion to voice concerns and opinions regarding GW Dining. Students looking to formally sit on the panel should fill out the application below and submit to [email protected].
Location
District House B206 Meeting Room
Spring 2025 Meeting Dates
- Friday, January 17; 12 - 1 pm
- Friday, February 21; 12 - 1 pm
- Friday, March 21; 12 - 1 pm
- Previous Initiatives
OZZI Reusable Containers
As an initiative spearheaded by the GW Dining Student Advisory Panel, we are revamping our to-go box program to feature reusable OZZI containers at all three of our all-you-care-to-eat dining halls, in addition to the fully compostable containers that are already being used at all retail locations.
Students will be able to pick up these reusable containers from the dining hall of their choice, pay a $5 deposit, and simply fill the container with food. Then when they are finished, they can bring the container back to the designated collection machines at each dining hall and get the $5 charge refunded back to their card.
Market Basket Studies
Advisory Panel members volunteered their time to acquire identical baskets from an on-campus market and a Foggy Bottom business of their choice. They then compared the prices for each item in their basket to assess the market value of GW Dining product offerings and presented their findings to the Student Advisory Panel.
Plate Waste Poster
GW Dining organized a research study of plate waste in the all-you-can-eat dining halls during the Fall 2023 semester. We then hosted a digital art competition to promote awareness of plate waste in the dining halls. To enter, student artists were tasked with creating an engaging design that showcased the sustainability data collected during the research study. The winning artwork was then selected by our Student Advisory Panel members and made into posters and digital displays that can be found in all on-campus dining spaces.
- Panel Members
Please feel free to email any of our Panel members with questions or feedback.
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Kori Lenzmeier
Kori is a second-year student studying International Affairs and Political Science. Kori is a proud Midwesterner, from the great state of Minnesota. On the Student Advisory Panel, Kori represents the Residence Hall Association, in which she serves as the Assistant Director of Programming. Her favorite meal is Tater Tot Hotdish, a classic Minnesota delicacy. Kori's favorite thing to do in DC is go on a walk around the National Mall.
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Elizabeth Musick
Elizabeth is a third-year student majoring in Psychological and Brain Sciences. As the SGA Executive Secretary of Dining, she represents the Student Government Association, working on various initiatives to enhance student dining experiences. From sustainability efforts to improving variety and inclusivity in campus dining, Elizabeth is passionate about making a positive impact on the GW community. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new restaurants in DC and proudly embraces her love for all things Taylor Swift.
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Raghav Raj
Raghav Raj is a first-year student majoring in Political Science with a focus on Public Policy. As a member of the GW Dining Student Advisory Panel, he is committed to promoting sustainability in campus dining. He also volunteers with Sustainable GW, advocating for environmental initiatives, and is a a GW Votes Ambassador, passionate about increasing civic engagement. Outside of his academic and advocacy work, Raghav enjoys spending time outdoors, paddleboarding, reading, and staying active with the GW Pickleball Club.
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Jorey Reyes
Jorey Reyes is a second-year student, studying International Affairs with a concentration in Security Policy. She is from outside of Chicago, Illinois, and is passionate about ensuring every GW student feels heard and advocated for. She is the Chair of the Student Government Association's Subcommittee on Dining and represents the Student Government Association on the SAP.
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Lexi Romanowsky
Lexi is a third-year student from the San Francisco Peninsula, California studying Communication, Biological Sciences, and Food Leadership. She is interested in how food connects people to each other and to the environment, and these values guide her pursuits at GW. As a representative on the SAP, Lexi advocates for improved ingredient quality, food sourcing, composting/waste systems, and other sustainability- and culinary-related initiatives. In her research as a Sustainability Fellow, she explores how design and architecture can be used to improve community and well-being. She is also the Managing Editor of GW's Student Sustainability Journal, an Eco-Rep, and a member of GW Club Running.
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Dan Saleem
Dan is a third-year Political Science and History student as well as an enlisted soldier in the U.S. Army. He also serves as a community organizer in his hometown. Last year, Dan acted as Chair of GW SGA’s Sustainability Committee, where he set new university composting records with GW’s first-ever Compost Clash, and founded the Special Committee on Dining. Dan wants to stand as somebody that fellow students can approach with questions and concerns about their dining experiences. When he is not advocating, Dan is a big fan of singing (specifically jazz), traveling, and watching New York Yankees baseball!
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Henry Scriven-Young
Henry is a third-year student studying Political Communication and minoring in Chinese. This is his second year as a member of the Panel. As a member, he is focusing on sustainability and gathering student feedback from all across campus. Henry was also part of the Fall ‘23 Compost Study, in which he volunteered at Shenkman Dining Hall collecting and measuring compostable food waste. Henry believes that food brings communities together in ways that words and events simply cannot. As a foodie, Henry is looking forward to aiding GW Dining as they work to bring great food to the students of GW.
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Lilly Shaw
Lilly is a second-year student studying International Business with a Music minor. Lilly believes that everyone deserves to have a safe and enjoyable dining experience. She is passionate about increasing accessibility on campus and represents Chronic Health Advocates on the Student Advisory Panel. Understanding the obstacles students with chronic health conditions or disabilities can face around food sensitivity, allergies, and restrictions, she aspires to make the GW Dining experience accessible to all students.
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Jayden Speed
Jayden is a second-year student studying Political Science and Public Policy with a minor in Law and Society. Jayden, originally from Nehawka, NE, also acts as an undergraduate senator in the Student Government Association. In his free time, he enjoys exploring bookstores and coffee shops, spending time with friends and family, and visiting museums and monuments in D.C.
We want to hear from you!
Contact the GW Dining Team with questions or feedback about your dining experience.