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Same-Sex Gym Hours

Date: 11/17/2008 05:28 pm

 

Harvard University made the decision on January 28th to honor the request of a group of six female Muslim students and institute all-female gym hours at one of the facilities on campus. The women contacted the administration, saying they wished to use the gym, but did not want to work out in the company of men for religious reasons. Although Harvard students have expressed support for their peers, the issue is sparking national debate.

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