Hi Friends,As the Month of Ramadan approaches, we extend our warmest wishes to all who will be observing! 🌙We want to share some important information about accommodations to support students who will be fasting during Ramadan.🌟 Interfaith Center: Suhoor & Iftar Snack StationTo further support students observing Ramadan, the UVM Interfaith Center will be offering a Suhoor and Iftar Snack Station starting March 3rd in the Fireplace Lounge. This space is available for students to grab snacks for pre-dawn and evening meals in a welcoming and supportive environment.Additionally, we invite you to join us for Weekly Iftar Dinners at the Interfaith Center:📅 Friday, March 7 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM📅 Friday, March 21 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMWe will also host a Community Iftar on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. These gatherings provide an opportunity to learn about and share in faith and cultural traditions, enjoy delicious food, and connect with the UVM community.________________________________🍽 UVM Dining Ramadan Meal AccommodationsTo-Go Meals: * Students observing Ramadan or fasting for religious purposes may request up to two to-go meals per day from cashiers at traditional dining halls (Harris Millis, Central Campus, Northside, and Redstone Dining). * Disposable containers will be provided. Please refrigerate perishable items for food safety.🍛 Halal Meal Options: * Pre-packaged certified halal meals are available upon request at traditional dining halls. Ask to speak with a sous chef to order. * Certified halal chicken is available upon request (prepared in a regular kitchen, not a certified halal kitchen). * Sous chefs can provide ingredient details, recipes, or food labels to accommodate dietary needs.🥙 Meal Exchanges at Halal Shack: * Students observing Ramadan may use up to 2 Meal Exchanges per week (Monday–Friday) at Halal Shack. * This accommodation applies only to On-Campus Meal Plans and Swipe Out Hunger Meal Swipes. * To set up this accommodation, email Ania.Egan@uvm.edu by Wednesday, 2/26 at 4 PM.For additional dietary accommodations or questions, don't hesitate to contact UVM Dining Registered Dietitian, Ania Egan, at Ania.Egan@uvm.edu.Wishing you all a blessed and meaningful Ramadan!Best,UVM Interfaith Center