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Gudi Padwa marks the start of the new year for many Marathi and Konkani Hindu people. The holiday is primarily celebrated in the Maharashtra, Goa, and Konkan regions in India, but it is also celebrated in other places. Gudi Padwa takes place on the first day of the Chaitra month according to the lunisolar Hindu calendar, and it usually falls in March or April. This year, it took place on March 19th.
Some believe that Gudi Padwa is the day Lord Brahma created time and the universe, while others believe that this day commemorates the coronation of Rama in Ayodhya after his victory over Ravana.
The word "padwa" comes from the Sanskrit word "pratipada," meaning the first day of a lunar fortnight. The word "gudhi" means a flag, and many people hang flags outside of their homes for this holiday. These flags are often brightly colored, and decorated with neem leaves, flowers, and silver or copper. The flags are believed to ward off evil, and bring good luck.
Gudi Padwa represents the arrival of spring, new opportunities, and prosperity. People might buy gold, buy a new vehicle, or open a new business at the start of the new year. Many people start their day by eating bittersweet neem leaves, which are used purify the blood and strengthen the body. They might also start off with a holy bath, and visit the local temple for prayers.
People draw rangoli on the ground to welcome friends and family inside their home. It is common to decorate the home with flowers and torans to spread positivity. Gift-giving is another major part of this celebration, and the elders typically give gifts to the younger people in their families. In the streets, there is dancing and food festivals.
Not all Hindu people celebrate the new year during Gudi Padwa. For some, their new years celebrations coincide with Diwali or Vaisakhi.
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Ugadi is celebrated in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. The name Ugadi comes from the Sanskrit words "yuga," meaning "era," and "adi," meaning "beginning." Like Gudi Padwa, it also celebrates the new year on the Hindu calendar, and the first day of the Chaitra month. It falls on the same day as Gudi Padwa, on March 19th.
Ugadi and Gudi Padwa have some similarities. Both are celebrated by bathing in the morning, drawing rangoli in front of the house, and eating neem leaves.
Ugadi is also celebrated in many unique ways. An important part of this celebration is going to the temple to attend the recitation of the panchanga sravanam (astrological almanac) for the coming year. The main dish eaten on this day is ugadi pachadi, a type of chutney. The mixture typically consists of tamarind, neem flowers, jaggery, salt, chili pepper, and raw mango. The combination of flavors symbolizes the variety of emotions one might experience in the coming year.
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Rama Navami is the Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Rama. It is celebrated across India on the ninth day of the waxing moon in the month of Chaitra, and this year it will be on March 26th.
Rama Navami is dedicated to worshiping Lord Rama, a deity known for his virtue, reason, and moral conduct. On this day, people fast and recite the Ramayana (ancient Indian epic that narrates the life of Lord Rama). They gather in temples and homes to recite special prayers, and chant Rama's name. It is also common to give to charity because of the moral virtues that Lord Rama represents.
This day is a time when people seek the wisdom and protection of Lord Rama. Showing devotion on Rama Navami is believed to purify the soul and bring peace and prosperity.
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Global Connections Centering Circle
The mid-semester stretch can be one of the most demanding times of the year. You beat the deadlines, decisions have been weighing on you, the noise of the semester becoming harder to tune out. Global Connections understands that thriving at Questrom isn’t just about academic achievement. It’s about showing up as your whole self, and sometimes, that means pausing long enough to reconnect with who that is.
That’s why we’re inviting you to join us for a special gathering: Centering Circle: A Mid-Semester Reset – a guided meditation experience designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and find your center amidst the busyness of school and life.
What to Expect
This event will be led by a trained spiritual guide and Buddhist practitioner who brings warmth, wisdom, and a genuinely welcoming presence to this kind of work. You don’t need any prior meditation experience. You don’t need to identify with any particular faith or spiritual tradition. All you need to bring is yourself and a willingness to be present.
The session will include guided breathing, mindfulness practices, and a grounding meditation tailored to the unique pressures of student life.
And because community and nourishment go hand in hand, we’ll close the evening with a shared dinner from 5 to 6 PM — a relaxed, communal space to connect with fellow students after the session.
Space is limited, register here to attend
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Women Founders & Innovators Panel - Innovate@BU
Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate Women's History Month by spotlighting three remarkable women who are building businesses, championing communities, and reimagining what leadership looks like.
This panel brings together a founder, social entrepreneur, and nonprofit executive whose work spans personal care, education, and social impact — united by a shared commitment to purpose-driven innovation.
March 23 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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Earth Day 365 - BU Sustainability
Join BU Sustainability and the entire BU community for a month-long series of events that promote the importance of protecting our planet!
Earth Day 365 will be held during the entire month of April and focuses on three different themes: What We Grow, What We Eat, What We Toss, Reuse and Repair, and Planet, People, Purpose.
If you have questions about Earth Day 365, please contact the BU Sustainability team at sustainability@bu.edu
April 2026
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Easter Potluck & Fellowship - Christian Business Club
Celebrate Easter with the Christian Business Club! Join us for a potluck meal and community gathering where everyone can share a dish, enjoy conversation, and connect with fellow Questrom students. Whether you’re new to faith, exploring belief, or just looking to spend time with others in fellowship, all are welcome. Bring a dish if you like, or simply come ready to enjoy good food and great company!
April 4 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM
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BU Campus Closet: Sustainable Fashion Speaker Series - Innovate@BU
Come learn about the harmful effects of the fashion industry on the environment and how BU community members have worked to improve sustainability. The event will feature student speakers and a Kilachand Keystone thesis presentation by Meghan McGrody.
We are also grateful to have BU alumna, Qi Xia, the founder of Rework Studio & Shop, who will be discussing her work and showcasing her designs at the event. We hope to see you all there at 730 Commonwealth Ave at 5:30pm, pizza will be served!
March 27 | 5:30 - 7 PM
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Questrom Day
You know the day. You know the energy. Questrom Day returns on March 25, 2026.
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Women's History Month 2026 - Museum of Science
Celebrate Women’s History Month with the scientists, innovators, and leaders shaping the future of STEM.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a day of inspiring speakers, live science presentations, hands-on activities, and community partners highlighting the women shaping science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Meet scientists, innovators, and community leaders, hear their stories, and connect with organizations working to expand opportunity in STEM. Throughout the day, enjoy featured talks, interactive activities, and partner tables showcasing pathways, resources, and discoveries across the scientific community.
Mar 28 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Her Stories, Our Somerville - Somerville Commission for Women
A guided storytelling event to celebrate women and create community among our neighbors
The Somerville Commission for Women cordially invites you to a night of storytelling and celebration of women as part of Women's History Month!
All are welcome to attend. We invite woman-identifying people to sign up to share personal stories during the event.
Mar 31 | 7:00 - 9:00 pm
16 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143
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Boston Public Radio Summer 2026 Internship - GBH News
The BPR intern will support the work of producing a live, 3 hour radio talk show in Brighton. The intern will work hybrid in-person with the production staff to prepare research for the hosts, book guests for the show, and write web content for the BPR website. In addition, the BPR intern will assist in social media outreach, as well as assist in live broadcasts at the Boston Public Library. On occasion, the intern may also be called upon to produce cut-scripts for radio broadcast.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, printing, doing background research online, identifying potential sources and their contact information, monitoring news conferences and public meetings, recording and pulling sound from a variety of sources for use on air.
Apply by March 24th
Apply Here
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Workforce, Environmental Justice, and Research Fellow - Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
The Workforce Development, Environmental Justice and Research Fellow will be a part of a dynamic team working to develop and implement clean energy workforce, equity, and inclusion-based programs across Massachusetts, serving a variety of different stakeholders, supporting team research initiatives, and connecting workers to high-quality jobs.
The fellow will support the Workforce Development Strategy, External Engagement, and Research and Training and Small Business Support teams as part of the development of new and ongoing workforce initiatives that will be crucial to supporting the growth of a robust and equitable clean energy workforce in Massachusetts, while also meeting the state’s net zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050. This work includes playing an active role in the review and selection of workforce equity funding proposals from community-based organizations, employers and educational institutions, including those that support expanded outreach, engagement and job training opportunities in climate-critical occupations for residents of Environmental Justice Neighborhoods and other underserved populations, and programming to support underrepresented businesses grow in the clean energy industry.
Apply by April 12th
Apply Here
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