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Student Life

Welcome to the Duke Center for Muslim Life! 

The Duke Center for Muslim Life (CML) is a department within the Division of Duke Student Affairs and constitutes one of the most robust Muslim Life programs in higher education in the United States. When the CML first opened its doors in 2009, Duke University was one of only four universities to have a paid, full-time Muslim chaplain. Now, through the combined efforts of our staff, which includes an Office Coordinator, Student Development Coordinator, Muslim Chaplain, and Program Associate, the CML strives to attend to the needs of the diverse community of Muslim students at Duke and create a space where Muslims from marginalized communities feel welcome and are cared for. In other words, we are a home away from home for all Muslim students, staff, faculty, and community members. 

The CML provides a welcoming environment for students to explore Muslim identity, celebrate Muslim and Islamic cultures, build community, and engage with Islam in spiritual, social, and intellectual ways. We do this through religious, cultural, academic, and social programming throughout the year, mentorship, student leadership development, and more. Check out our Programs page to learn more about our initiatives or look on Duke Groups or the Duke CML Instagram for information on upcoming events.  

Heading to Duke for a visit and interested in visiting the Center for Muslim Life or connecting with a current Muslim Student? Email our Muslim Chaplain, Joshua Salaam or schedule an appointment with him here. 

Halal Dining on Campus

How to Find Halal Food at Duke Campus Using NetNutrition

Finding halal food options on Duke’s campus is easy with the NetNutrition tool!

Follow these simple steps to discover restaurants and menu items that meet your dietary preferences:

1. Access NetNutrition

Visit the NetNutrition website. This tool is your go-to resource for exploring dining options and filtering meals based on your specific needs.

2. Apply the Halal Filter

Once on the NetNutrition page, scroll to the bottom of the far-right column. Here, you’ll find a list of dietary filters. Select the "Halal" filter to narrow down your search to halal-certified menu items.

3. Choose a Restaurant

Browse the columns on the left side of the page to see a list of campus dining locations. Click on any restaurant to view its menu. Once the halal filter is applied, only halal options will be displayed for each location.

Alternatively:

Look for the Halal Symbol:

Additionally, you can identify halal items by the “Halal” symbol displayed next to the name of each qualifying food item on the menu.

Follow Step-by-Step Instructions Below:

To make the process even easier, refer to the images below for a detailed walkthrough of each step.

Student Organizations

Center for Muslim Life currently serves as the advisor for the Muslim Student Organization and the Graduate MSA and supports organizations like the Jummah 4 All Collective. 

If you are interested in forming a student group in consultation with CML, contact the Assistant Director, Paris Miller-Foushee.