5 March 2011 - 20:30

Washington University Dining Services is currently planning to implement a Halal foods program.

(Ahlul Bayt News Agency) - Washington University Dining Services is currently planning to implement a Halal foods program.

If implemented, Halal options will first be offered in the Village and Bear’s Den, with plans to expand the options across campus later.

The University’s introduction of Halal foods should be seen as a major step forward in providing dining options for those on a restricted diet of any kind, whether for religious, cultural or health reasons. Wash. U. currently offers vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and kosher offerings, among others, and in this respect it is a commendable food service provider for those with special dietary needs. Between 70 and 100 people have requested halal foods, and this population cannot go unnoticed.

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