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Lunar New Year

Celebrating 2026 Lunar New Year: The Year of the Horse

by Office of Communications & Marketing - February 17 , 2026

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, marks the commencement of the Lunar New Year—a momentous cultural celebration that holds deep significance for many East and Southeast Asian communities. This holiday signifies the first new moon of the lunisolar calenda...

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Ramadan

In Observance of Ramadan

by Office of Communications & Marketing - February 17 , 2026

With the beginning of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (concluding on Thursday, March 19, 2026), we extend our heartfelt wishes for a blessed and peaceful observance to all members of our Downstate community who are observing.

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holocaust

Holocaust Remembrance Day

by Office of Communications & Marketing - January 27 , 2026

On January 27, Downstate joins the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005. On this solemn day, we remember and honor the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust:...

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