LHM and DACA share a home Hispanic/Latino heritage month display focuses on citizenship and immigration

CHRIS JUAREZ Reporter @roundupcaj

Pierce focuses on not only the culture, but also the struggles that the Hispanic and Latino population faces as it celebrates Hispanic / Latino Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

The Pierce College Library / Learning Crossroads has a selection of books on display related to immigration, Hispanic and Latino heritage and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

“I suggested that our Latino Heritage Month display should have a focus on citizenship and immigration,” librarian Mario Macias said.

Pierce College is one of many Hispanic serving institutions according to hacu.net which means many of the students that are enrolled in these schools have identified as Latino or Hispanic.

Pierce student Emely Reyes said celebrating her heritage keeps her culture alive.

“Many immigrants conform to the majority, losing their traditions,” Reyes said. “I think it’s important to recognize our accomplishments.”

Macias said acknowledging your heritage is something everyone should do.

“We should all be in touch with our history, celebrating all the Latino, Hispanic identities,” Macias said. “Pierce does a great