Student Day · Ruz-e Daneshju

Culture of origin: Iranian · Historical

Holiday sources: Iran

On 16 Azar 1332, the Shah's police opened fire on University of Tehran students striking against Vice President Richard Nixon's visit and the resumption of ties with Britain after the coup of 28 Mordad. Three students were killed: Ahmad Ghandchi of the National Front, and Shariat-Razavi and Bozorg-Nia. Every year students mark the day on campuses with demonstrations for free speech and academic independence, as in 2009 and 2022.