May 29 will be Turban Day at Eastern Washington University.
Three student groups have come together to host the event, which is designed to help educate students about the Sikh faith.
“It's about bringing awareness to Sikhism, Sikhs in America and what a turban is. People don't really understand that if people are wearing a turban, they're not a terrorist. They're not Taliban. They're actually Sikh and it has nothing to do with the War on Terror,” said R. Skyler Oberst, president emeritus of the Compassionate Interfaith Society.
He said 10 pieces of fabric are being flown in from India for the event and 10 student volunteers will wear turbans around campus that day.
The babaji (leader) of the Sikh Temple of Spokane will kick off the day with a lecture at 10 a.m. At 11 a.m. there will be a screening of “Sikhs in America,” followed by a discussion. At noon there will be a Peace Pole blessing and the event will conclude at 1 p.m. with a panel discussion.
One of the most extraordinary experiences of hospitality and generosity is the time my wife, granddaughter and I worshiped with the Sikh community in Spokane Valley. We could all take lessons.
I agree John! Very friendly and welcoming!
This community will feed you until you roll away. And they are great cooks!
They certainly are!