My name is Lilly Shaw and I am a second-year student and member of the Student Dining Advisory Panel (SAP). I also serve as the Vice President of Accessibility with student organization Chronic Health Advocates (CHA).
As the VP of Accessibility with CHA, promoting inclusive and accessible food options is a top priority of mine. Since joining the SAP, I have been advocating for students with food allergies and dietary restrictions to bring about changes in the dining halls. Having navigated my own dietary restrictions, I know how important it is to have safe and appetizing dining options available and I appreciate the efforts GW Dining has made to improve labeling, update their online menu, and revamp the Pure Eats stations.
When navigating the dining halls, some helpful resources include the Pure Eats stations free of the top 9 allergens, red food labels, and the Dine on Campus website and app. You can also schedule an appointment with Natalie, the campus dietitian, to talk over your dietary needs. More information can be found on the GW Dining website.