Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15, 2022
Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation
The 2022 national Hispanic Heritage Month Observance theme is "Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation." The theme, which is offered each year by the National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers, encourages us to ensure that all voices are represented and welcomed to help build stronger communities and a stronger nation.
Featured Events
| Date | Event | Time | Location |
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Wednesday, September 14th |
Hispanic Heritage Kick-Off Event Sponsors: Latino Student Union, BSCPB |
6:30 pm | Baker Center, Multicultural Center |
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Thursday, September 15th |
Spanish Language & Latinx Culture | 6:30 pm | TBA |
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Friday, September 16th |
Fiesta Latina Sponsor: Latino Student Union |
8 pm - 2 am | The Union |
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Monday, September 18th |
Early History of Puerto Rico/General Body Meeting Sponsor: EL 787 |
TBA | Copeland Hall, Room TBA |
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Thursday, September 22nd |
AUISP Panel: Athens Responds to the Humanitarian Crisis on the US-Mexico Border Sponsors: Sigma Delta Pi, The Department of Modern Languages Colloquium Series |
7:30 pm - 9 pm | TBA |
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Friday, September 23rd |
Latino Candy Tasting Sponsor: Alpha Psi Lambda |
6 pm | Baker University Center, Room 231 |
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Wednesday, September 28th |
Karaoke Night Sponsors: EL 787, Latino Student Union |
7:30 pm | TBA |
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Friday, October 7th |
Keynote EventLearning, Service, Diversity, and Social: Celebrating Hispanic History Month and LGBTQ+ History Month Guest Speaker: Samantha Flores Sponsors: Multicultural Center, LGBT Center, Women's Center, and BSCPB |
6 pm - 8 pm | 29 Park Place (Academic Engagement Center) |
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Wednesday, October 12th |
A Taste of Afro-Latino Sponsor: Latino Student Union, ASAUC |
7:30 pm | Baker University Center, Room 219 (MCC) |
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Wednesday, October 12 |
K-POP vs Reggaeton Sponsor: EL 787, AAPISU |
TBA | TBA |
About Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each September 15 - October 15 in the United States of America to recognize the contributions made by people of Hispanic descent and to celebrate Hispanic culture. Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15 because it is the anniversary of five (5) Latin American countries Independence Day: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico, Chile, and Belize celebrate their independence days. Activities include an opening reception, lectures, panel discussion, and movies.