- All dayDas Laxana FestivalEvent Type: Multifaith Observance Event Sponsor: University Chaplaincy (Jainism) In the Paryusana Festival of Jain Digumbar Sect, this is 10-day festival that is considered to be a holy convocation. During these days, Jains impose some restraints on their daily activities by fasting, meditation and prayer. The last day of Paryusana is the most solemn occasion of forgiveness and the examination of one's own thoughts and feelings. On this day, Jains ask for forgiveness from their relatives and friends for any offense they may have committed by deed, word or thought. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work and may include fasting.
- 8:00 AM1hRun with the DeansJumbo Life Calendar | Mayer Campus Center Lower Patio
Join Rich DeCapua, Senior Associate Dean of Students and Kevin Kraft, Associate Dean of Students for the run club! Get acquainted with the scenic routes around campus and get to know our Student Life office. This casual run is open to all first-year students. Meet on the Mayer Campus Center Lower Patio to start!
Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/run-with-the-deans - 10:30 AM60mYoga on the QuadJumbo Life Calendar | Academic Quad
Wake up and flow with a peaceful yoga session on the Academic Quad, led by Tufts student and seasoned instructor Elizabeth Merryweather. All levels welcome - just bring your orientation towel to use as a mat and start your day grounded and refreshed!
Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/yoga-on-the-quad