Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration of the history and culture of the U.S. Latinx and Hispanic Communities. Sept. 15 marks the day several Latin American countries, El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras declared independence from Spain. The independence days of Mexico and Chile fall on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively.

Observing Hispanic Heritage began in the United States during 1968 for a week until President Reagan expanded this celebration for a month and signed it into law in August 1988. This is a special month to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans.

SNC will be hosting these events in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month:

Hispanic Heritage Kick-Off Event
September 21, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Baer Mall
The Office of Inclusion & Belonging is hosting a kick off event on September 21st from 11:30-1:30 in front of Main Hall. We will be giving away Mexican Paletas (frozen treats) and stickers. Stop by on your way to and from class! Our rain location will be inside of Michel's Commons.

La Oficina de Inclusión y Pertenencia organizará un evento de inauguración el 21 de septiembre de 11:30 AM a 1:30 PM frente al salón principal del campus. Estaremos regalando Paletas Mexicanas (golosinas congeladas) y stickers. ¡Pasa por aquí de camino a clase o cuando termines la clase! Si llueve, no ubicaremos dentro de Michel's Commons.
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Spanish Language Game Night
September 28, 6-8 p.m., Multicultural Center in the Campus Center (3rd floor)
Join us for a a fun game night in Spanish in the Multicultural Center on the third floor of the Campus Center. We will play Yo Sabo! Lotería, listen to music and have fun chatting in Spanish. This event is for all levels of Spanish from Beginner to Advanced. If you want to have fun and practice your Spanish, we'd love to see you there!

Únase a nosotros para una divertida noche de juegos en español en el Centro Multicultural en el tercer piso del Campus Center. ¡Jugaremos Yo Sabo! Lotería, escucha música y diviértete charlando en español. Este evento es para todos los niveles de español desde principiante hasta avanzado. Si quieres divertirte y practicar tu español, ¡nos encantaría verte allí!
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Salsa Night with an Interactive Lesson
October 11, 6-8 p.m., Campus Center Lounge
The Office of Student Belonging & Inclusion is collaborating with LSU to host a Salsa Night and Interactive Dance class. This event will have a DJ, two professional latin dancers, and will include: a short history of Salsa/Rueda dance, an interactive lesson and then time to practice and have fun dancing.

La Oficina de Pertenencia e Inclusión Estudiantil está colaborando con LSU para organizar una Noche de Salsa y una clase de Danza Interactiva. El evento contará con un DJ, Y dos bailarines latinos profesionales. Podrás disfrutar de una breve historia del baile Salsa/Rueda, una lección interactiva y luego tiempo para practicar y divertirse bailando.
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¡Fiesta! Hispanic Heritage Celebration
October 20, 5-9 p.m., Michels Ballroom

Every year, we gather to honor the rich cultural, academic, and historical contributions of Hispanic Americans, both past and present. Join us for an evening of festivities, featuring a delicious dinner, an inspiring keynote speaker, captivating performances, and an exciting prize drawing.

Come together with us to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Hispanic heritage! Don't miss out on this memorable event.

Cada año, nos reunimos para rendir homenaje a las ricas contribuciones culturales, académicas e históricas de los hispanoamericanos, tanto del pasado como del presente.

Únete a nosotros en una noche llena de festividades, que incluye una deliciosa cena, un orador principal inspirador, cautivadoras actuaciones y un emocionante sorteo de premios.

Fecha: 20 de octubre Hora: Puertas abiertas a las 5 p.m. Ubicación: Salón Michel

¡Únete a nosotros para celebrar la vibrante riqueza de la herencia hispana! ¡No te pierdas este evento memorable!
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If you would like more information about the Hispanic Heritage Celebration, please contact Kristin Espinar at kristin.espinar@snc.edu in the Office of Student Inclusion and Belonging.