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What Kwanzaa means
As part of a series on cultural, historic, and religious holidays, President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on Kwanzaa.
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What Hanukkah means
As part of a series about religious, historic, and cultural holidays, President Kavalhuna shares his reflections about Hanukkah.
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What Thanksgiving means
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on this festive holiday. Henry Ford College will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 through Sunday, Dec. 1 in observance of the holiday.
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What Veterans Day means
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on this national holiday that honors all military veterans.
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Halloween, All Saints', All Souls' holidays
The holidays are distinct, but are deeply intertwined with many traditions through the centuries. President Kavalhuna shares his reflections.
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Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day
President Kavalhuna talks about Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day, which are commemorated on the second Monday of October.
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What Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur mean
As part of a series on religious, culture, and historic holidays, President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the Jewish High Holy Days.
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What Hispanic Heritage Month means
September 15 - October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. President Kavalhuna shares some history, and his thoughts about the celebration.
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Labor Day recognizes the contributions of Labor to the American workforce
President Kavalhuna writes about Labor Day and what it means to America.
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What Eid al-Adha means
President Kavalhuna writes about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.
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What Independence Day means
President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the meaning of America's Independence Day.
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What LGBTQ Pride Month means
President Kavalhuna explains the history and meaning of Pride Month.
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Why Juneteenth matters
June 19, or Juneteenth, is the oldest-known celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States.
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What Memorial Day means
Memorial Day has only been an official holiday since 1971, but its legacy belongs to all service members. President Kavalhuna shares his reflections.
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What Ramadan means, and how we can support our Muslim community
This is part of a new series about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.