WITH some 60,000 Malaysian and international students staying on campus during the Movement Control Order (MCO), questions have been raised about their food supply and well-being. There have also been initiatives put in place by universities, organisations and individuals to provide food and basic necessities for the students. According to the IIUM Student Union Caretaker, the organisation, along with the IIUM Student Affairs and Development division are proactive in helping students with financial difficulties, especially from the B40 families. Students also benefit from other assistance such as the Student Kitchen Project run by students and alumni and the Free Food Project by the IIUM Law Students Society. “At this time, cafeterias are open and students are advised to reduce food delivery services as a safety precaution.

Source: New Strait Times March 20, 2020 08:42 UTC