Hijra - Islamic New Year (Islam) | Off-Campus Living & Community Initiatives - Division of Student Affairs

Tue, Jun 16, 2026 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marks the beginning of the Hijri calendar and commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s migration (Hijra) from Mecca to Medina, signifying a new spiritual and communal beginning.

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