Ramadan at Warwick
From 17 February - 18 March, Muslim students and staff in our community will be observing Ramadan, a holy month of reflection and fasting.
Below, you can find details of the prayer facilities on campus, as well as free community Iftar events, extended gym opening hours, and Taraweeh (nightly prayer). All members of our Warwick community are also invited to take part in the 'One Fast Challenge' during Ramadan.
Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim community at Warwick. We wish you a blessed and joyful holy month.
Prayer facilities
The regular five daily prayers will continue to take place in the Islamic Prayer Hall throughout Ramadan.
Date: Throughout Ramadan
Time: Please view the prayer timetable for timings
Location: Islamic Prayer Hall
Free community Iftar
Iftar is the meal eaten at sunset to break the fast. The Warwick Islamic Society (Isoc) is hosting a free Iftar for the Warwick community for the whole month. This is available for all staff, students and the wider Warwick community. You can also donate towards the Iftar events, if you wish.
Date: Throughout Ramadan
Time: Sunset (after the Maghrib prayer)
Location: Islamic Prayer Hall
Taraweeh
Taraweeh is the voluntary night prayer during Ramadan, taking place after the Isha prayer. The Warwick Islamic Society (Isoc) is organising Taraweeh prayer for the whole month. Students, staff and the wider local community are all welcome to attend.
Date: Throughout Ramadan
Time: Please view the prayer timetable for timings (usually after the Isha prayer)
Location: Islamic Prayer Hall
Extended gym opening times during Ramadan
To support Ramadan, Warwick Sport are extending the gym opening times until midnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 17 February until 17 March.
One Fast Challenge: 26 February
Have you ever wondered why members of different faiths observe fasting and what this truly involves? Come and join the One Fast Challenge on 26 February!
Organised by WBS, in collaboration with the Warwick Islamic Society (Isoc) and University Chaplaincy, experience a day in the life of our Muslim staff and students during Ramadan through fasting, community and reflection.
Join the Unibuddy Community
Are you a student observing Ramadan, or taking part in the One Fast Challenge on 26 February?
Why not join our online platform that helps you connect with other students with similar interests? Sign up to the Unibuddy Community, then head to the 'Home' tab to find and join our dedicated Ramadan and One Fast Challenge group.