Hola Mahalla
Also referred to as Hola, Hola Mahalla is a three day Sikh religious festival which builds upon the festival of Holi. Hola is celebrated by participating in martial arts parades,…
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International Day of Forests
Forests are important spaces which not only clean the air and purify water, but also is home to vast amounts of animal species. The UN marks 21 March as International Day of Forests to highlight and encourage the sustainable management of forrest spaces to ensure forests are preserved and protected from unsustainable practices. To find…
Holi
Holi is a Hindu festival which is has several roots. Some attribute the festival to the story of Vishnu's triumph over Hiranyakashipu, marking the victory of good over evil. Others…
International Day of Remembrance of the victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
The United Nations established the annual observance of International Day of Remembrance of the victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade to honour the 13 million African men, women and children who were enslaved as a result of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. 25 March is a day of reflection, remembrance and recognition of the…
Easter
Easter is a Christian holiday following lent (40 days of fasting) which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter celebrations vary depending on each domination, however, many decorate Easter eggs,…
April Fools Day
The origins of April Fools Day are unclear, however, historians speculate the holiday originates in France in 1582 when they switched to the Gregorian calendar. People who failed to notice the change where the new year was now 1 January, as opposed to the Spring Equinox, became the butt of jokes and pranks. Many today…
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi celebrates the day in which Sikhism was established as a collective faith in 1699. Vaisakhi is celebrated by going to the Gudwara, singing hymns, reading scriptures and participating in processions called nagar kirtans. Wishing all out students, staff and alumni a Happy Vaisakhi! May Vaisakhi bless you with happiness and good fortune! To find…
Passover
Passover is a Jewish holiday which commemorates the Hebrews' freedom from slavery from Egypt. Passover is celebrated with a family meal called seder on the first night which consists of foods symbolic of the Herbrews' liberation and prohibitions on work are observed from the beginning to the end of Passover period. Chag Pesach Sameach to…
Spanish Language Day
Happy Spanish Language Day! Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world and Spanish Language Day celebrates the language in written and oral forms. UNSECO established the holiday to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity, choosing 23 April to commemorate perhaps the most famous Spanish Author, Miguel De Cervantes who is best known for…
International Jazz Day
Jazz has a lengthy history with breaking down barriers and inducing social change, particularly in the United States. Thus, International Jazz Day was established by the United Nations to commemorate Jazz as a medium through which peace, dialogue and unity can be promoted. To find out more about International Jazz Day, explore the links below!…
Cinco De Mayo
Cinco De Mayo originally celebrates the Mexican Army's defeat of France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, however, the holiday has largely become a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage in the United States. Today, Cinco De Mayo is usually celebrated through parades, dancing to Mexican folk music and enjoying traditional food with friends…
Vesak
Vesak, also known as Buddha Day, is a Buddhist holiday which celebrates the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, who became eventually became the Buddha and the founder of Buddhism. Celebrations surrounding Vesak vary from nation to nation, however, many hang lanterns, share communal meals and visit temples with offerings. Happy Vesak to all our Buddhist students,…