Holi is a Hindu tradition also known as “Festival of Colors” because of its vibrant colors that represent the colors of spring to welcome its return. It is a festival to be seen for new beginnings where people can release the bad energy and welcome the new, positive energy. It’s said that the gods turn a blind eye and allow for a time for Hindus to let loose.
Professor and Director of the University Honors Program, Jyotsna Kapur attended the event. Kapur speaks of Holi’s colors as, “It’s my favorite part of the festival, it celebrates the start of spring,” she said. “The whole thing of coloring so you can’t see peoples faces, and they start to (look) like the flowers and spring.”
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SIU’s Student Multicultural Resource Center, SIU’s Indian Student Association and the Vice Chancellor for Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion held an event on Monday, Mar. 17 to celebrate Holi and its traditions.
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