The University of Westminster wishes a very happy Lunar New Year to all students, colleagues, alumni and friends celebrating.
The Lunar New Year is the annual festival that celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunisolar calendar. The calendar is traditionally used in a number of Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, Singapore and South Korea, and is classed as one of the most important celebrations of the year.
The annual celebration corresponds with a different animal from the Chinese zodiac, which consists of 12 different animals, cycling through over 12 years.
2025 marks the Year of the Year of the Snake, a symbol of wisdom and transformation. This year, Lunar New Year begins on 29 January 2025.
The term “Lunar New Year” is commonly used because this festival is celebrated not only in China but also in many other countries across East and Southeast Asia, such as Vietnam (Tết), Korea (Seollal), and Malaysia, as well as by Chinese communities worldwide. Each culture has its own unique traditions and interpretations of the festival, but they all share a connection to the lunisolar calendar. By using “Lunar New Year,” we aim to embrace this diversity and ensure the event is inclusive for everyone who celebrates this occasion, regardless of their cultural background.
The University of Westminster wishes a very happy Lunar New Year to all of its students, colleagues, alumni and friends who are celebrating.
