"Iftar" refers to the evening meal when Muslims break their fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan. It is often done as a community, when people break their fast together after sunset.
The event includes speakers on Ramadan and Islam as well as traditional Middle Eastern food from Sahara Middle Eastern Cafe. Non-Muslin students, faculty and staff are invited to fast for the day.
The 2011 UNM Iftar is presented by the OEI and co-sponsored by Muslim Student Association, Project for New Mexico Graduates of Color and World Student Alliance.
Contact OEI or call 277-1238 for more information.
Media Contact: Carolyn Gonzales (505) 277-5920; e-mail: cgonzal@unm.edu
