UMich Calendar: Pros and Cons re: Easter

MaryGJ
Mon, 17 Apr 2017 18:08:49 +0000

Excellent points, Brantly.

Nah, I’m not annoyed. We still kinda celebrate Secular American Easter with colored eggs and games for little people and a big family dinner, but we’re not religious, and when you’re an adult your exams have to come first. We missed her at the party, but we phoned her and she Skyped with Grandma, so it was all good:)

I totally get the college not catering to the holiday…as you say, there are so many religious traditions among the students. It would be impossible to schedule around all the various holy days. (and you’re right that the dominant culture gets enough advantage)

The friend who was complaining was annoyed, though. I guess the point of this thread was take a reading of the general population’s reaction.

I’m encouraged to see that most people seem to understand, and don’t share her feelings. I love UMich’s calendar!

Happy Passover!