An exhibition to promote and improve awareness of students, faculty and guests about Sikhism was held at Wright State University, Dayton Ohio along with the Vaisakhi celebration last Friday. The program was supported by the Asian Student Association (ASA), the University Center for International Education (UCIE) and the Sikh Society of Dayton.
According to the press statement, the exhibition attracted students and members of the Dayton community. It professed the history and heritage of the Sikhs and showcased the contributions of the Sikh community to the USA and the world. The status and role of women in Sikh history, the message of universal brotherhood and the importance of Sewa including Langar in the Sikh way of life were discussed.
Aasees Kaur, a Sikh activist, gave a brief historical description of the Sikh faith, the significance of Vaisakhi, when the wheat is ready to be harvested and the birth of Khalsa. She narrated a journey starting with the revolutionary way of living revealed by Guru Nanak and how those teachings were formalized by Guru Gobind Singh. "Her remarks served a reminder of what Shabad asks us to uphold: a strong moral code and a commitment to reinforcing those ideals in every aspect of our lives, which will undoubtedly lead to a better world for all," the release said.
Harshdeep Singh, a Master’s student, who welcomed the guests thanked ASA, and UCIE, for their support. The president of ASA, Ryan Diaz, and the international student program coordinator at UCIE, Jesse Makowski, appreciated that the event provided to the campus community to gain deeper insights into Sikhism and commemorate the cultural richness of the community and extended gratitude to the Sikh Student Association, and the Sikh community of Dayton/Cincinnati. Secretary of the Sikh Society of Dayton, Piara Singh Sembhi, congratulated the Sikh students on hosting this event.
