Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month
Hispanic/ Latinx Heritage Month 2025
Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future
Monday, Sept 15
Kickoff-Keynote Speaker
Jennifer Borrero is an award-winning, first-generation, Latina entrepreneur. Her social impact projects, which address international human rights issues, have been featured on multiple TED stages. Through her storytelling, Jennifer inspires students to realize they are capable and qualified to create change, even if they are still figuring out their own journey.
Location: Old Main Room, 2nd Floor, Student Center
Time: 5:00PM- 6:30PM
Tuesday, Sept 16
Mindful Muñecas and Huichol Yarn Painting Workshop
Create your own Guatemalan Worry Doll and Huichol Yarn Painting with CAPS as we chat about mental health strategies related to navigating anxiety and promoting positive thoughts.
Location: Student Services Building Room 170
Time: 2:30PM-4:00PM
Wednesday, Sept 17
Hispanic/Latinx Luncheon
Be able to enhance unity and sense of belonging within one another. Getting to know “US.”(Guess the flag activity)
Location: Student Services 150/160
Time: 11:30AM-1:00PM
Taco Truck Theme Meal- A Flavor Fiesta
Join us at Trueblood on Wednesday, September 17th from 4pm-8pm for a delicious street food-inspired station featuring:
Mango Chicken with a sweet and tangy twist; Smoky, slow-cooked Barbacoa Beef; Pineapple-marinated Al Pastor Pork; Cool and creamy Crema to top it all off
Don’t miss this chance to build your own taco and enjoy bold, vibrant flavors! *Students must have their ID card with a valid meal plan to enter the dining hall. All other guests can purchase a meal for $12.50 plus tax at the front door. *
Location: Trueblood Hall
Time: 4PM-8PM
Thursday, Sept 18
Paint and Chat
Be able to enhance unity and sense of belonging within one another. Getting to know “US.”(Guess the flag activity)
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 4:30 PM- 6PM
Friday, September 19
Latino Carne Asada- CANCELED (will be Postponed-Date coming soon)
Carne Asada more than food, it’s a backyard hangout with family, friends, music, and good vibes around the grill brought to campus. Gathering everyone to know one another.
Location: Buckys Haven
Time: 5PM-8PM
Monday, September 22
Crear tu propia Carta de Lotería
Being able to design, create, paint, your own Lotería card. (Mexican Bingo Card).
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 3PM-5PM
Tuesday, September 23
Make your own Taco
Please come make your own taco and customize it with whatever topping you like, whether you prefer a corn tortilla or a flour tortilla. First-come, first-served.
Location: Student Services Building 140
Time: 12PM-1PM
Wednesday, September 24
Noche de Lotería y Dulces
Lotería (Mexican Bingo) night with Mexican Candy.
Location: Morris Library-Guyon Auditorium
Time: 4:30PM- 6PM
Friday, September 26
El Carnaval
LASA Carnaval is an opportunity to come together as a community, celebrating our diverse cultural backgrounds and traditions through music, dancing, and games.
Location: Student Services Building Pavilion
Time: 5PM-8PM
Tuesday, September 30
Study Jam- Academics come first
Come and enjoy a space to work or study, with snacks to choose from, whether you are preparing for midterms or taking them.
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 10AM-3PM
Friday, October 3
Queer Cinema: Pelo Malo
Join Cine Club of the School of Linguistics, the Paulette Curkin Pride Resource Center, and the Hispanic Latino Resource Center for a viewing of Pelo Malo in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month and Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month! Popcorn, candy, and drinks provided! Stay after for our post-film discussion!
Location: Sharp Museum Auditorium
Time: 5 PM-7:30 PM
Saturday, October 4
Celebracion estilo 'tailgate'
"You Belong Here."
Join fellow Hispanic & Latino students, alumni, and families for food, fun, and familia — because this campus is stronger with YOU.
Location: Saluki Stadium (Lot 18)
Time: 1PM- 5PM
Sunday, October 5
Festival Para La Buena Salud
Join us for a joyful day of connection, healing, and empowerment! This family-friendly festival celebrates the mind, body, and spirit through the Hispanic/Latino cultural lens. Activities for all ages as we honor the strength, resilience, and wellness of our community.
Location: St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Hall
Time: 1:30PM-4PM
Monday, October 6
Experience the Rhythm: Hispanic and Latino Dance Workshop
Have a chance to come learn and celebrate traditional dances in our culture, including folklorico, taught by Ballet Folklorico Mexicano.
Location: Grinnell Hall- Lower Level
Time: 5PM-7PM
Wednesday, October 8
Wellness Wednesday: Dating & Domestic Violence
Stop by and get more information!
Location: Morris Library
Time: 12PM-2PM
Friday, October 10
Mental Health First Aid Training
To sign up go to:
https://tinyurl.com/ymp2zj2h
Location: Student Services Building Room 150/160
Time: 8AM-4:30PM
Monday, October 13
Shaping the Future: Vision Board Making
Put goals and strive for better. For the next half of the semester.
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 4:30 PM- 6PM
Tuesday, October 14
Chat and Chew
Let’s chat it up. Regarding getting to know your rights, protocol, and other questions that might be in mind.
Location: Lentz Hall
Time: 12PM- 1:30PM
Wednesday, October 15
Piñata Making Workshop
Be able to learn how to do DIY Piñata
Location: Student Services Building, Rooms 150/160
Time: 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM