Dear UAA Community,

As you may already be aware, Ramadan started on March 10 and will last for 30 days until April 9 or 10, depending on the moon. Ramadan is observed by Muslim communities as a holy month. During this month, many Muslims will increase their participation in religious observance, self-reflection, practicing good deeds and charity, and daily fasting from dawn until dusk.

The University of Alaska Anchorage honors religious diversity, and understands that this observance may have impacts on classes, midterm schedules, and the dietary needs of some students, faculty and staff. We request that faculty work with students as outlined in our Religious Accommodations Policy. It is incumbent on the student making the request to make the faculty member aware of the request as soon as possible prior to the need for the accommodation. Students should work directly with their faculty member on these requests or submit the form that outlines our Religious Accommodation Policy.

For accommodations within the residential community, residents can use the UAA Residence Life Religious Accommodations Request Form.

For those looking for a quiet space that can be used for meditation, reflection and prayer, Multicultural Student Services (MSS) has a room specifically for this purpose. Please visit MSS in Rasmuson Hall 106 to access this space.

For community and resources Outside of campus, please contact the Islamic Community Center of Anchorage (Masjid).

Sara Caldwell-Kan
Director of Multicultural Student Services
smcaldwellkan@alaska.edu 

Jennifer Booz
Chief Diversity Officer
jmbooz2@alaska.edu 

March Archive