Heritage & Health Series Program

Muslim Heritage Month 2026

Join in community and celebration for our MHM events this April.

Our theme this year is Strength & Solidarity.

For all upcoming events, view campus events calendar.

Monday-Thursday, April 6-9

Week of Welcome Coffee Carts 

9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Library Quad, PSEC Quad, ASFC Office/Welcome Center, Admissions & Records 

Don't worry about breakfast the first few days of Spring Quarter. We've got you covered!

You'll find ASFC coffee carts on campus for coffee/tea/water, campus maps, info, and flyers in the following locations:

• ASFC Offices (outside the Welcome Center)
• Library Quad (at the steps)
• PSEC Quad (in front of KJ's Cafe at the 4000s)
• Admissions & Records (Building 8000)

Coffee/tea served 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (while supplies last). Stop by to meet ASFC members and to get your questions answers about all things Foothill. We also like to surprise by giving out freebies!

To see the full list of Welcome Week events and details, please visit the campus events calendar.

Wednesday, April 8

Muslim Heritage Month Opening Ceremony

Noon–1 p.m.
Library Quad

We officially kick off Muslim Heritage Month with a powerful Opening Ceremony. Join us in celebrating Eid al-Fitr and to learn more about Muslim heritage!

Eid is an Islamic Holiday that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan where worshipers fasted from dawn until sunset as a way to grow spiritually, practice self discipline, and develop empathy. During Eid, celebrants get gifts, called “Eidi”, wear new clothes, and have festive parties. We’ll have lunch, henna, and crafting tables. 

Wednesday, April 15

Lecture with Imam Basil

Noon–1 p.m.
BIPOC Center

More information to follow soon. Please check back. 

Thursday, April 16

Virtual Artist Talk with Zahra Siddiqui

Noon–1 p.m.

Register to Attend

Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting

Virtual Artist Talk with Zahra Siddiqui, a Toronto-based portrait photographer with a focus on BIPOC and social justice. She founded The Invisible Majority Project. IG @zahra_siddiqui or @the_invisiblemajority.

Pictured: Example of Siddiqui's artwork.

Wednesday, April 22

Spring Club Day

Noon–2 p.m.
Library Quad

Clubs are the heartbeat of campus life at Foothill. Join us to meet club members, learn about joining one or more of the 50+ clubs currently active. Can’t find a club you want to join? Start your own! Join us for this engaging opportunity to connect with students from all walks of life.

More information about clubs

 

Wednesday, April 29

Closing Ceremony

Noon–1 p.m.
Library Quad

Join us in bringing our Muslim Heritage Month events and festivities to a close with an engaging ceremony filled with activities, music, and community. Food and beverages will be provided. 

 

Date TBD

Speaker Nadine Masour presents "Palestine 101"

Time TBD
Location TBD 

Join us for a meaningful and educational conversation about Palestine.
Nadine will lead us in an open discussion that addresses a common barrier to engagement: the misconception that the topic of Palestine/Israel is simply “too complicated.” Together, we’ll explore the historical and ongoing impact of more than a century of Zionist policies.  Palestine 101 is intended to support both newcomers and those more familiar with the issues in deepening their understanding of Palestinian history and the ongoing struggle for justice, liberation, and the right of return, all while fostering respectful, inclusive dialogue.

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Questions? Please contact Victoria Strelnikova at strelnikovavictoria@fhda.edu.

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MHM Planning Committee Members

Thank you to all our students, faculty and staff who helped plan our MHM events this month.

• Elina Jalili, Co-Chair
• Daniel Yousefi, Co-Chair
• Josh Germain
• Amnah Khan
• Fatima Jinnah
• Christopher Yang
• Judith Walgren
• Alina Lari
• Hannah Young
• Ahmed Khattab
• Victoria Strelnikova