Krishna Janmashtami/ Jayanti
Celebrates Krishna’s birthday, Vishnu’s eighth incarnation on earth. Religious/Ethnic Group: Hindu Tradition/Practices: Some Hindus choose to fast for the first day of
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Women’s Equality Day
Commemorates the 1920 passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. Religious/Ethnic Group: United States Tradition/Practices:
Welcome Week: Breakfast on the Terrace
AB1 TerraceStart your day right with a delightful breakfast on the terrace during Welcome Week! Enjoy a selection of your breakfast favorites, including
Protect Your Assets – Estate Planning Do’s and Dont’s
VirtualJoin The Dubois Bunche Center as we learn the do's and don'ts of protecting your assets. Together, we will cover the basics
Welcome Week: National College Colors Day, Medgar Edition
AB1 TerraceJoin us and Celebrate National College Colors Day to showcase your college spirit. MEC students, staff, faculty, and alumni, don your college
Paryushana
A festival about forgiveness and compassion. Religious/Ethnic Group: Jain Tradition/Practices: Daily meditation and prayer, daily “vyakhyans” or speeches, intentional practice of nonviolence,
Sikh Gur-Gaddi Guru Granth Sahib
Since 1708, Sikhs have accepted Sri Guru Granth Sahib as their eternal Guru who holds the spirit of all Ten Gurus of
Welcome Week: Labor Day Carnival
Eastern ParkwayCome out and experience one of the Crown Jewel of New York, the “West Indian American Day Carnival” a cultural extravaganza. Students, staff, faculty and
Welcome Week: Taco Tuesday
AB1 First Floor LobbyJoin us for our Taco Tuesday. We've got your cravings covered with a mouthwatering selection of tacos and empanadas, complete with all
Welcome Week: College Spirit Wednesday
AB1 First Floor Lobby"It’s a Sweet Day to be an MEC Cougar!" Show your MEC pride and join us for College Spirit Wednesday during Welcome
Welcome Week: Cougar Movie Marathon
AB1 Dining HallGet ready for a fun-filled evening at Cougars Movie Night! Enjoy nachos and dip while watching Thursday night flix. All movie treats
Arbaeen
Arbaeen marks the 40th day after Ashura, the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Mohammad. Religious/Ethnic Group: Muslim (Shia)