Is Wash. U. vegan-friendly?
Jessica Sommer
Issue date: 9/26/05 Section: Scene
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"I hear a lot of vegetarians complaining quite a bit [about campus food] but I haven't had any problems," he said. "Of course, I have very few options. If you don't mind eating the same meal everyday, it's not bad."
Although she doesn't have trouble finding food as a vegetarian, freshman Sheila Forjuoh suspects that might change, should she choose to become a vegan.
"I am thinking of becoming a vegan but it would be difficult on campus," said Forjuoh. "Wash. U. has a lot of vegetarian choices, but for vegans your choices are more limited."
According to The Vegan Society, an international organization dedicated to the promotion of the vegan lifestyle, "A vegan is someone seeking a lifestyle free from animal products for the benefit of people, animals and the environment. A vegan therefore eats a plant-based diet free from all animal products, including milk, eggs and honey. Most vegans do not wear leather, wool or silk."
Although choices may become more limited, being a vegan on campus is not too difficult with the aid of the dining services Web site, nutrition.wustl.edu. By looking at each dining location's color-coded menu, one can quickly see which foods are designated for vegans or vegetarians. The Web site also proffers advice on maintaining a balanced diet with the given options.
The Village, Center Court and the Food Court in Mallinckrodt offer the most options for vegans, while other locations only provide "Grab-and-Go" selections.
"When options are limited, an individual may not always find the choice that meets their needs, but vegan and vegetarian options are throughout all campus dining locations," said Director of University Nutrition Connie Diekman.
Despite the options and online tools, vegans still run into problems getting food to meet their dietary restrictions.
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