Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah, the start of the Jewish New Year, is a time of judgment and remembrance. Celebrated in the seventh month of the Jewish calendar (Tishrei), it is observed as a day of rest and celebration, traditionally with synagogue prayer and festive meals. In 2025, Rosh Hashanah will begin at sundown on September 23 and conclude at sundown on September 25.
Ten days later, the Jewish community observes Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year. Dedicated to atonement and abstinence, the holiday is marked by fasting from before sundown on the first day until after sunset on the second, and by lighting a Yahrzeit memorial candle at sundown on the eve of Yom Kippur. In 2024, Yom Kippur will begin at sundown on October 11 and conclude at sundown on October 12.
Recommendations for Accommodation
To support our patients, faculty, employees, students, and community members, we recommend avoiding important academic deadlines, events, or activities during these dates, particularly after 3:00 pm on the first day of each observance. For gatherings where food is provided, please ensure kosher food options are available.
September 23, 2025 - September 25, 2025
For a list of the upcoming religious and cultural observances, please visit our Multicultural Calendar, which serves as a valuable resource to foster understanding, accommodation, and respect for religious and cultural observances. It helps students, staff, and faculty plan events, activities, meetings, retreats, and courses throughout the year.