Events Posts | Today at Elon

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.

Kappa Sigma 'Brother’s Breakfast' – Oct. 18

August 27, 2015

Don’t miss the final chance to connect with your fellow alumni before heading back home.

Guru Nanak Dev Sahib Birthday – Sikh

August 27, 2015

A Punjabi festival commemorating Guru Nanak Dev Sahib’s birthday.

Diwali – Hindu-Jain-Sikh

August 27, 2015

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

Deliberative Dialogue: Immigration in America – Oct. 20

August 27, 2015

All 51�� students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend a Deliberative Dialogue about immigration on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015 from 4-6 p.m. in McKinnon Hall.

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.

Samhain – Nature Traditions

August 27, 2015

Samhain marks the beginning of the Pagan year; a time to search for wisdom and guidance.

Kappa Sigma Alumni Bash

August 27, 2015

Come socialize with your alumni brothers and friends while reminiscing about your favorite Elon memories.

All Saints Day – Christian

August 27, 2015

On this day, the Catholic and Protestant churches celebrate all believers, known and unknown, alive and dead.