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Krishna Janmashtami – Hindu

September 1, 2015

This Festival celebrates the birth of Krishna, one of the central figures and The Supreme Being in Hinduism.  The festival starts with a 24-hour hour fast, ending at midnight, and followed by a great celebration.  

 

Nativity of Mary – Christian

September 1, 2015

This holiday, celebrated in the Roman Catholic and Anglican Churches, celebrates the birth date of Mary, mother of Jesus.

 

Friends & family plant tree in memory of Elon student

August 31, 2015

Dozens of people gathered on Aug. 29, 2015, in the Danieley Neighborhood to celebrate the life of Trent Stetler, a Pennsylvania native known for his infectious smile and countless friendships across campus.

40,000+ meals help 'Stop Hunger Now'

August 31, 2015

Hundreds of Elon University students took part Saturday in a service project aimed at providing hunger relief to people around the globe.

Diwali – Hindu-Jain-Sikh

August 27, 2015

The Festival of Lights commemorates the triumph of the Good over the Evil and Light over Darkness.

 

Birth of Baha’u’llah – Bahai

August 27, 2015

Baha’u’llah is the Messenger of God. His teachings create the foundation of the Baha’i practice which is the unity of people of all races and backgrounds. The day includes prayers, a feast, and music. This holiday begins at sundown on Nov. 11 and ends  at sundown on Nov. 12.

 

Eid al Adha – Islam

August 27, 2015

Eid al Adha, also called the Feast of Sacrifice, celebrates the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son to God. It also commemorates the end of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca.

 

 

Ashura – Islam

August 27, 2015

The Day of Ashura commemorates, for Shi’a Muslims, a day of mourning for the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. This holiday begins at sundown on Sept. 9 and ends at sundown on Sept. 10.