UW makes the grade for vegetarians

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The days when "choice" in the dining halls of Canada's colleges and universities meant beef or chicken are fast becoming a fading memory as more and more students are demanding nutritious, humane and delicious vegan and vegetarian options at every meal. So peta2--the world's largest youth animal-rights organization--asked students across the country to nominate schools in peta2's first-ever "Most Vegetarian-Friendly Colleges in Canada" List, and the University of Waterloo has made the grade. The delicious selection of smart vegan food at UW includes vegetarian chili, tofu-veggie stir-fry, and grilled tofu steak. Everyone who casts a vote at peta2.com/college will automatically be entered to win a Visa gift card worth US$100. Research conducted by food-service giant Aramark revealed that nearly one-quarter of college students surveyed said that finding vegan meals on campus was important to them. Reasons

included the belief that vegetarians are fitter and trimmer than meat-eaters, and less prone to serious ailments like heart attacks, diabetes, and other killers. "UW deserves an 'A' for meeting its students' growing hunger for delicious vegan and vegetarian meals," says PETA College Campaign Coordinator Pulin Modi. "Every time students choose a vegetarian meal, they're taking a bite out of cruelty to animals and helping to ensure their own good health at the same time." Other nominees include Trent University, the University of British Columbia and McMaster University. Colleges were chosen according to student nominations and the schools' online dining-service information, and anyone is eligible to vote. Winners will be announced in November.Peter H

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