Spring 2010
Committee:
President
Whereas, A significant number of California community college students would prefer to have food available that meets halal requirements;
Whereas, 70% of Muslims in the United States follow a Halal based diet according to nationmaster.com;
Whereas, Halal food only refers to meat and poultry properly slaughtered by a Muslim according to Islamic rituals; and
Whereas, Food meeting kosher requirements is frequently offered at community college cafeterias, and cafeteria staff are informed of what foods meet kosher requirements;
Resolved, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges support meeting the dietary needs of minority populations in the California community colleges.
Whereas, 70% of Muslims in the United States follow a Halal based diet according to nationmaster.com;
Whereas, Halal food only refers to meat and poultry properly slaughtered by a Muslim according to Islamic rituals; and
Whereas, Food meeting kosher requirements is frequently offered at community college cafeterias, and cafeteria staff are informed of what foods meet kosher requirements;
Resolved, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges support meeting the dietary needs of minority populations in the California community colleges.