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Raksha Bandhan
Also called Rakhi, this festival celebrates the protective relationship between brothers and their sisters. Religious/Ethnic Group: Hindu Traditions/Practices: The festival is celebrated…
Tisha B’av
Mourning of the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem in 586 BCE and 70 CE. Religious/Ethnic Group: Jewish Tradition/Practices:…
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Celebrates the richness of indigenous cultures and recognizes the challenges indigenous peoples face today. Religious/Ethnic Group: United States Tradition/Practices: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’…
Dharma Day
Dharma Day, Also known as Asalha Puja, commemorates the historical Buddha’s first discourse following his spiritual awakening. Religious/Ethnic Group: Buddhist Tradition/Practices: Dharma…
First Day of Ashura
Shi’a Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, Muhammad’s grandson. Religious/Ethnic Group: Muslim Tradition/Practices: The ten days before the festival are…
First Day of Ullambana/Obon
Ullambana, honors the spirits of past ancestors and strives to relieve aching souls from suffering. Religious/Ethnic Group: Buddhist Tradition/Practices: The Ullambana Ceremony,…
Domestic and International Travel
Domestic Travel CUNY Student Domestic Trip and Travel Guidelines (PDF version) CUNY Off-Campus Student Travel Approval Form (PDF version) International Travel CUNY…