Hispanic Heritage Month events increase cultural awareness at Lone Star College System

HOUSTON, TX -- From panel discussions to an art exhibit and a film festival, several events are planned at Lone Star College System campuses to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15.

Upcoming events include:

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• Sept. 17: Hispanic Heritage Month events kick off with elotes served to students in the second-floor commons area from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Sept. 25: Students are invited to learn about the indigenous Tainos and paint their own rocks with Taino symbols in AC 125 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Sept. 29: Students of all experience levels are welcome to play Lotería, a Mexican bingo game, and enjoy snacks in AC 125 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Oct. 6: A local musician will perform Latin music for students from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the main entrance.

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• Sept. 15-25: The Bosque Gallery has Stanley Bermudez’s work on display with a colorful contemporary painting exhibit titled “Alternations.” His work is inspired by his Latino heritage, Venezuelan folk art and tapestries from the Guajiro Indians. The gallery is open on Mondays from 1-6 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and Fridays by appointment.
• Sept. 15: Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with a message on advocacy, purpose and cultural pride from Sergio Lira, the president of LULAC Houston, from 2-3:30 p.m. in CASE 114/115/116.
• Sept. 17: A panel explores media narratives and Latino identity at the film festival series, which opens with “Latinos Beyond Reel: Challenging a Media Stereotype” from 2-4 p.m. in the Conference Center.
• Sept. 18: The Books Without Borders Book Club reads "The Great Divide" by Cristina Henríquez. Professor Raul Munoz hosts a discussion at 1 p.m. in the library, LRNC Room 215.
• Sept. 24: See the documentary “Dolores,” which highlights Chicana leadership and labor activism, from 1-3:30 p.m. in the Conference Center.
• Oct. 1: Anna Vera-Robles hosts a Hispanic Heritage Month-themed story time in the library’s Kids’ Corner from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Oct. 1: A panel of faculty and staff will share about their personal journeys and supporting students. Attend the discussion to learn more about identity, mentorship and belonging in higher education from 2-4 p.m. in CASA 110.
• Oct. 6: Hear from first-generation students and how culturally grounded education has shaped their growth from 2-4 p.m. in CASA 110.
• Oct. 8: The film “A Class Apart” explores civil rights advocacy through law, policy and lived experience from 2-4 p.m. in the Conference Center.
• Oct. 15: The film festival series closes with “Prejudice and Pride,” a film about youth activism and educational justice through the lens of 1968 East Los Angeles school walkouts from 2-4 p.m. in CASA 110.

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• Sept. 25: Learn about the role of archives in preserving Latino histories and making them accessible to future generations, featuring archivist and public history consultant Mikale Selly at 3 p.m. in RE100.
• Oct. 7: The Science First Success Center and the Latin American Student Organization host Stemos Juntos, Steming Together, an event honoring entrepreneurs in STEM from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Science First Success Center.

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• Sept. 16: Students are invited to celebrate the rich flavors and vibrant traditions of Hispanic culture at the Sabor y Cultura fiesta from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in Building 13, Room 210.
• Oct. 14: Explore the art of mosaic painting while enjoying nachos with fellow students at Tiled Traditions & Tasty Treats from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Lion’s Den.

Lone Star College System hosts various student and community events each semester. Learn more at Events.LoneStar.edu.