Cornell University And The Gluten-Free College Student

In June 2008, members of The National Association of College & University Food Services were invited to tell about the resources available at their institutions for the gluten-free college student with celiac disease. Below is information provided by Michele Wilbur, R.D., of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

What advice would you give to a high school senior with celiac disease who is thinking of applying to your school?

We are proud to work with all students who have special dietary requirements. We provide gluten-free foods and prepare foods away from foods with gluten.

What special accommodations would your school’s dining services be able to make to feed a student with celiac disease?

The Executive Chef and Registered Dietitian sit down with the student to determine what accommodations they need. We provide training to all of our food service staff about the importance of different foods and cross contamination. We will purchase foods that are gluten free as well as other special dietary foods.

Are students allowed to have cooking appliances in the freshman dorms (such as microwaves, hotplates, toaster ovens, etc.)?

Limited.

How can people contact you for more information?

mw287@cornell.edu

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