Event 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. 

Online Location Details: https://students.tufts.edu/undergraduate-orientation/incoming-students/orientation-communication-and-schedule Building: Academic Quad City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Open to Public: Yes Parents and families are welcome to attend the Matriculation Ceremony (the official welcoming of new students); it will also be livestreamed. Please note: This event takes place outside on the Academic Quad. In the event of inclement weather, the indoor location accommodates students only; there will be additional indoor spaces where parents and families who are on campus can watch the livestream. A link to watch the livestream will be available on the Orientation Communication and Schedule webpage.

Event Type: University Holiday The university observes a holiday on this day.