
Heritage & Health Series Program
Save the Dates: MHM 2025
Join in community and celebration for our MHM events this April.
For all upcoming events, view campus events calendar.
Thursday, March 13
Ramadan Iftar Dinner
Dining Hall
NOTE: This event occurred in March.
Iftar, or breaking of the fast, took place during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) received his first Qur’anic revelations during this month. The holiest month in the Islamic calendar, Muslims abstain from all food and water from sunrise to sunset. Hosted by the Foothill Muslim Student Association.
Monday-Thursday, April 7-10
Week of Welcome Coffee Carts
9a.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, pastries, 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)
- Admissions & Records (Building 8000)
Coffee/pastries 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.
To see the full list of Welcome Week events and details, please visit the campus events calendar.
Wednesday, April 9
Muslim Heritage Month Opening Ceremony
Noon–1 p.m.
Dining Hall
We officially kick off Muslim Heritage Month with a powerful Opening Ceremony. Join us in celebrating Eid al-Fitr!
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, music, and games.
Thursday, April 10
Speaker Nadine Masour presents "Palestine 101"
Noon–1 p.m.
BIPOC Multicultural Center
Join us for a meaningful conversation and education on Palestine. Nadine shares: Many people are held back from taking a stand on the issue of Palestine/Israel by the common misconception that it is “complicated.” We’ll discuss the steady continuation of the more than 100-year-old Zionist project. Palestine 101 can help folks both familiar and unfamiliar to better understand the issues around Palestinian history and the ongoing struggle for liberation, freedom, and return.
Monday, April 14
Film Screening — Bisan Owda's Short Documentary Videos
1–2 p.m.
Dining Hall
Join us in the screening of Bisan Owda's short documentary videos and engage in a powerful discussion about Palestinian history. She won a 2024 Peabody Award in the News category and an Edward R. Murrow Award for News Series for her Al Jazeera Media Network show
Food will be provided.
Tuesday, April 15
'You ARE Resilience: A Self-Development Workshop ' with Malaz Mohamad
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
BIPOC Center
Join us for an inspiring workshop with Malaz as she draws from her lived experience as a triple minority—Muslim, Black, and female—the facilitator guides you on a powerful journey to uncover the internalized myths that hold you back and unlock the resilience within you. This session isn’t just about learning resilience; it’s about breaking through limiting beliefs and stepping into your fullest potential. Come ready to challenge narratives, embrace new possibilities, and transform the way you see yourself.
Wednesday, April 16
Virtual Artist Talk with Wesaam Al-Badry
Noon–1 p.m.
Register to Attend
Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
Please join investigative journalist Wesaam Al-Badry as he shares his work in video
installation, sculpture, and painting through interconnected themes of identity, migration,
simulated wars, and the archives. His work focuses on the social and environmental
issues in the U.S. Middle East and the North African diaspora. His current projects
investigate how the image-based process and text are complicit in using racialized
ethnographic studies in Iraq.
Wednesday, April 23
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! Learn how at this event all while enjoying Muslim-themed music and food.
Wednesday, April 30
Closing Ceremony
Noon–1p.m.
Library Quad
Join us in bringing our Muslim Heritage Month events and festivities to a close. Food and beverages will be provided.
Questions? Please contact Victoria Strelnikova at strelnikovavictoria@fhda.edu.
MHM Planning Committee Members
Thank you to all our students, faculty and staff who helped plan our MHM events this month.
- Shahana Shaik, Co-Chair
- Aiza, Co-Chair
- Noor Parak
- Josh Germain
- Amnah Khan
- Chahid Bagdouri
- Chris Yang
- Daniel Yousefi
- Sahil Jan
- Judith Walgren
- Mehreen Shaikh
- Saleh Karami
- Abdullah Navaid
- Alina Lari
- Aisuluu Arancibia
- Fatima Jinnah
- Victoria Strelnikova, Advisor

Questions?
We're Here to Help!
Heritage Month Planning
650.949.7060
Campus Center, Room 2008