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I'm in college, and I want to get my roommate something nice for the holidays because a lot of us are exchanging gifts. All of us, except for her, celebrate Christmas. She grew up in a Jewish household, so she celebrates Hanukkah.

Would it be okay to still get her a "holiday" gift. Would I just write Happy Hanukkah on the card?

We're doing a secret Santa, too. Should we invite her to participate or just leave it since she doesn't do Christmas?

What's the etiquette for that?
There's nothing wrong with asking. Definitely get her opinion on whether she would like to be a part of the Secret Santa process. If she minds she would just say no. I mean, I'm not any religion and I celebrate other people's for fun. I love being a part of different cultures. It wouldn't be betraying her own if she participated.

You could write "Happy Holidays!" on the card without being specific as to Hanukkah or Christmas. I think that would be a good alternative.

Thank you very much!

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