Aleena Naveed is a second-year Muslim student at St. Thomas University from Pakistan. (Suzanne Shah/AQ) At STU, the month of Ramadan was made into a powerful social activity, uniting the campus community across cultures and creeds. STU’s second annual Iftar Party, organized by a small group of Muslim students, provided a platform for participants to come together, learn, and connect. According to Aleena Naveed, one of the organizers of the event, the idea has always been to m

Aleena Naveed, a second-year Muslim student from Pakistan, presented the significance of Ramadan at STU. (Credit: Brianna Lyttle/AQ) On Feb. 6, St. Thomas University hosted an event in the International Office to dispel common misconceptions about Ramadan, a month observed by Muslims that includes fasting and prayer. The event was initiated by Saa Andrew G bongbor, the international office coordinator and STU cultural diversity coordinator, which featured a presentation from