Ramadan

Student Support

Ramadan is an important month of reflection and fasting within the tradition of Islam. The estimated Ramadan 2026 dates are Tue, Feb 17, 2026 – Thu, Mar 19, 2026.

 

  • Ramadan Dining info, menus, Halal order form

    NO ORDER FORM needed for nightly vegetarian buffet at Chef's Corner 

    Order form only needed if you want to order halal meat (place order by 12 hours in advance)

    Ramadan Menu 2026

    Week 1- Middle Eastern

    • Rice and Hummus (for all days this week)
      • Turmeric Basmati Pilaf- 813032
      • Hummus- 804959
    • Crispy Falafel- 8823599- friday
      • Hummus- 804959
    • Fattoush Salad- 851581- monday
    • Mujaddara- 835398- tuesday
    • Lemony zataar chickpea salad- 8842002- wednesday
    • Tabbouleh with Garbanzo Beans- 840473- thursday
    • Turkish Beans (Zeytinyagli Barbunya)- 840562- saturday 
    • Egyptian Koshari- 816753- sunday

    Week 2- African

    • Rice (for all days this week)
      • Geellrys (South African Rice)
    • Peanut and Sweat Potato Curry- 832071 thur
    • North African Tagine Bowl- 8817118 (contains cous cous, omit the rice dish) sun
    • North African Cauliflower Salad- 816829 sat
    • Jollof Rice- 832487 (contains rice, omit rice dish) wed
    • Moroccan Eggplant Tagine- 816721 fri
    • Root Vegetable Tagine with onion cous cous ( contains cous cous, omit rice dish) tues
    • Moroccan Chickpea Stew- 804516 mon

     

    Week 3- Asian

    • Rice (for all days this week)
      • Basmati Rice- 824502
    • Szechuan Tofu Stir Fry- 8814534 sat
    • Thai Chili Tofu Bites- 8822242 mon
      • Thai fried rice- 824552
    • Tofu Pad Thai with Peanuts- 805126 thurs
      • Thai Eggplant Salad- 813104
    • Shiitake and Scallion Soba Noodles- 804693 (omit rice) sun
      • Crispy tofu- 844375
    • Korean Stir Fried Vegetables with Tofu- 802730 tues
    • Roasted Korean Tofu- 8816646 fri
      • Korean corn- 8822166
    • Mongolian Plant Shreds with Jasmine Rice- 8814588 wed

    Week 4- Indian

    • Rice (for all days this week)
      • Tumeric Basmati Pilaf- 834293
    1. Baingan Nharta North Indian Eggplant- 806116 mon
    2. Cauliflower mixed Vegetables- 850484 wed
    3. Punjabi Curry Tofu- 8814358 fri
    4. Alu Matar- Pea and Potato Curry- 841763 sat
    5. Spicy Vegan Vegetable and Peanut Curry- 832087 tues
    6. Indian Style Garbanzo Beans and Rice- 836695 (omit the rice dish) sun
    7. Chana Masala- 8417606 thurs

     

     

    Other Offerings 

    Breakfast

    Hot breakfast:

    • Hard boiled egg
    • 2 hash patties
    • Hand fruit (apple banana, orange)
    • Individual Apple juice
    • Individual Almond Milk
    • Dates

     

     

  • Date and milk pickup locations / prayer spaces

    For places to reflect or pray, check out the Spiritual Life map!

    Find date and milk stations at the following spaces:

    • Burwell Center for Career Achievement Respite Room 231; you can check in at front desk for directions. Fridge down the hall in break room on 2nd floor
    • Driscoll room 29/Muslim Prayer Room; fridge in room 29A
    • RSECS: ECS 265 prayer space has a fridge and water for washing in the room; there is also a fridge in ECS 373 (the 3rd floor kitchen)
    • Law School, Reflection Room (314); west end of 3rd floor; fridges in lobby, west of Reflection Room
    • DCB 302- Student Wellness Lounge in the Daniels College of Business (note: this is not a quiet space)

     

  • Learn about Ramadan
    Ramadan Holiday Hello Template image

     

    Download PDF version- and visit the Holiday Hellos page for 1-page sheets about other religious days!

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    Did You Know?

    Fasting is one of Islam's five fundamental principles. Each day during Ramadan, Muslims do not eat or drink from right before sunrise to sunset. Many Muslims break their daily fasts with dates and milk and by sharing meals (iftar) with family and friends before praying. The last 10 days are the most holy for Muslims, and it's common for people to stay up throughout the night praying. And the end of Ramadan is celebrated with a one-to-three day festival known as Eid al-Fitr, one of Islam's major holidays.

     

    Some Inclusivity Tips + Accommodations Links

    • Even observant Muslims might not fast for various reasons; it is respectful to avoid asking "Are you fasting?" 
    • Those able to fast will abstain from all food or drink (including water), and many more are involved in community events through the month–-all of which can impact energy levels, attention spans, and more, especially later in the day and cumulatively, later in the month. Please be mindful of this possibility in your classes, offices, meetings, and events.
    • It is OK to eat in front of Muslims without being apologetic. However, to be more inclusive, it can be helpful to avoid scheduling events during the day where food is the focus.
    • If you are running a class or meeting during the sunset hour, please be mindful that some may need to step away for breaking the fast and prayer.  
    • And since many Muslims stay up praying all night during the last 10 days of Ramadan, please be extra understanding and supportive these final nights.
    • Students seeking religious accommodations can find the process here (please note that DU asks students to contact faculty about possible religious accommodations by the end of the second week of the term). Staff can find resources here.
  • Local support and services

    Denver Islamic Society [2124 S. Birch St., Denver, CO 80222] will be hosting daily Iftar dinner meals throughout Ramadan, in addition to the Suhoor breakfast meals for the last ten days of Ramadan, expected between March 10th and 20th.