All events are in Central time unless specified.

Saturday, October 29

Ongoing Events

Diwali

Divali

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Location: This is not an event, but an observance
Major religious festival in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, lasting for five days, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
This event originated in Diversity at UNL.
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Eid Milad Un Nabi

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Location: This is in observance and not an event on campus.
The celebration of the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday. Parades, communal feasts in mosques, night-long prayers, and many other celebrations take place and is mainly celebrated by Muslims in India.
This event originated in Diversity at UNL.
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LGBT History Month

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Location: This is in observance and not an event on campus.
A U.S. observance started in 1994 to recognize lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender history and the history of the gay rights movement.
This event originated in Diversity at UNL.
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month

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Location: This is in observance and not an event on campus.
This observance was launched in 1945 when Congress declared the first week in October as “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In 1998, the week was extended to a month and renamed. The annual event draws attention to employment …
This event originated in Diversity at UNL.