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Traditions
Throughout the year, members of our campus community come together to learn about and celebrate Stony Brook's unique diversity. Popular annual traditions include:
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Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month within Stony Brook University is a celebration of the Hispanic culture and contribution to the University community throughout the month of October. |
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Native American Heritage Awareness The Native American Heritage Awareness Program series highlights the diverse and rich history and culture of Native America while also educating about current contemporary issues. |
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Festival of LightsThe Festival of Lights is an intercultural program highlighting various religions celebrated during the Holiday season. |
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Black History Month Black History Month events during the month of February celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of people of the African Diaspora and the contemporary issues affecting them. |
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Multicultural Open Mic Night & Food Tasting The Multicultural Open Mic Night & Food Food Tasting is an evening ofcultural performances and food presented by Stony Brook students and cultural student groups. |
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Asian Heritage Month Asian Heritage Month is recognized during the month of April at Stony Brook and celebrates the Asian American cultures that exist at the University. |
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Diversity Day Diversity Day is an annual celebration of the diversity that exists at Stony Brook University. The campus tradition is celebrated alongside Strawberry Fest in the spring. |
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Women's History Month Stony Brook University recognizes Women’s History Month with a series of events on campus throughout the month of March. |