Celebrating Cultures across the University of Birmingham
Thinking about writing about culture? Are you unsure which of the numerous University publications will suit your article? Well this post should clear some things up. We at the UoB Cultural Calendar wanted to highlight the six main reasons why you should write for us specifically, and what differentiates us from other publications around campus. … Continue reading “Reasons to Write for UoB Cultural Calendar”
Contributed by Ning Lee (Nicolette) Lunar or Chinese New Year is a 15-day festival celebrated in many countries around the world, such as China, Singapore, Malaysia, and even the US and the UK! The festival welcomes the new year of the Lunar Calendar, which was traditionally used prior to the popularisation of the Gregorian calendar. … Continue reading “Food and Lunar New Year in Malaysia”
Merry Christmas everyone! No doubt you have been bombarded with Christmas activities over the past few weeks. From departmental Christmas parties, to Carol Services, and celebrations on Chancellor’s Court, there was always something going on around campus throughout December. With the big day fast approaching, we have decided to post about celebrations and traditions from … Continue reading “Cultural Christmas Celebrations”
Interested in submitting a post to us, but unsure how to go about it? We’ve got some top tips for you! Formatting advice: Concerned about how to format your post before you submit to us? Please check out our four formatting tips below for guidance. Above all, don’t forget we’re a flexible project, so please … Continue reading “Blog Submissions Guidance”
The 5th of November is one of the most notorious dates in British history. On this date a small group of Roman Catholic conspirators attempted to blow up the House of Lords, alongside King James 1 and the Protestant Government. Nowadays the day is remembered and celebrated more for its flashy fireworks displays, although it … Continue reading “Bonfire Night & Coughton Court”
Throughout October the University commemorated Black History Month. First celebrated in the UK in 1987, the month acts as a period to reflect on and remember important people and events in the history of the African Diaspora. At the University, colleges and departments host their own events throughout the month by inviting guest speakers, screening … Continue reading “Black History Month at the University”
Contributed by Priyal Desai Diwali—the festival of lights—is one of the most important festival in Hindu Culture. Signifying the symbolic victory of good over evil, Diwali is celebrated with fervor throughout India where different cultures honor it through varied rituals. In my culture, it is generally a four to five day festival where each day … Continue reading “The Festival of Lights and Joy, where Good Always Prevails”
The Chongyang Festival—also known as Double Ninth Festival—takes place on the ninth day of the ninth month of the lunar calendar, and this year falls on Oct. 17. It’s a time when families gather to hike up hills and admire chrysanthemums— activities that evolved from legends about dodging misfortune that date back 2,000 years, to … Continue reading “Do enjoy (and eat and drink) the chrysanthemums – The Chongyang Festival”
