Langara College Celebrates Diwali, a Season of Light and Hope
Langara College Global and Langara Students’ Union (LSU) invited current students, faculty, and staff to celebrate Diwali – a festival of light and an important cultural celebration!
Celebrated by millions of people in India and all over the world, Diwali marks the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Common to celebrations from around the world is the lighting of diyas, candles and lanterns, the enjoyment of grand feasts, and the coming together of family and friends to celebrate new beginnings.
At the campus celebration, guests encouraged to learn about the festive, enjoy traditional sweets and snacks, snap a photo at the Diwali photo booth, and even learn a few traditional dance moves, too!