Islamic

It is considered the most holy Muslim holiday after Ramadan. The first month of the Islamic calendar. Marks the moment when the Prophet Muhammed fled from Mecca to Yathrib (now called Medina) to escape religious persecution. This migration is called Hijra.

Date details: Takes place on the 1st of Muharram, the first month in the Islamic calendar. It begins at the first sighting of the lunar crescent after the new Moon in the month of Muharram.

General practices: Religious events, storytelling, wearing black, partial fasting, and street processions.

Potential accommodations: Avoid scheduling important academic deadlines, events, or activities on this date. Employees will likely ask to take a vacation day on the first day, and that request should be granted if at all possible.