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Lent is the six week period leading up to Easter. It’s one of the most important times of year for many Christians around the world, particularly those within the Anglican, Catholic and Orthodox traditions, held at a similar level of importance to Advent – the build up to Christmas.

Considerations for our campus communities: Many from more orthodox and traditional denominations may observe fasting strictly, avoiding meat, fish, eggs and fats until Easter Sunday. We encourage campus units to consider these restrictions when providing meals during this time.

Refer to the Multicultural Calendar to learn more.

The Jewish holiday of Passover commemorates the exodus of Jews from two centuries of slavery in Egypt and represents freedom and collective resilience for many peoples. Passover occurs in April each year.

Considerations for our campus communities: During Passover, “Chametz”, any food product derived of wheat, barley, rye, oats, or spelt, are to be avoided. We encourage campus units to consider these restrictions when providing meals during this time.

Refer to the Multicultural Calendar to learn more and connect with Hillel at Davis and Sacramento.

During this time of spiritual growth and reflection, Muslims worldwide will fast from food and water from dawn to sunset. In support of our patients, faculty, employees, students, and community members we would like to share the following resources for awareness, care, and guidance around accommodations to consider when hosting gatherings and/or meetings where food is provided during this time.

Learn more about Why Muslims Fast and read Ramadan: A Guide for UC Davis Medical Center Faculty, Residents, and Students [PDF].

Refer to the Multicultural Calendar to learn more.

In October, Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year, a time of judgment and remembrance and is considered a day of rest and celebration. Yom Kippur is dedicated to atonement and abstinence. This observance includes fasting from before sundown on the first day until after sunset on the second day.

Considerations include avoiding important academic deadlines, events, or activities during these dates, particularly after 3 p.m. on the first day of each observance. If food will be provided at any event during this time, please ensure that kosher food options are available.

Refer to the Multicultural Calendar to learn more.