Each year, Wallace State observes NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. Hispanic Heritage Month coincides with the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries on September 15: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico, Chile and Belize also celebrate their independence days during this period and Columbus Day (Día de la Raza) is October 12. The term Hispanic or Latino, refers to Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin regardless of race. The Hispanic Heritage observance began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. Share in this special annual tribute by learning about and celebrating the generations of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. To learn more, click here.
ON CAMPUS THIS WEEK Tuesday, Oct. 8, 11a-1p, TACOS & TANGO Visit the Wallace State Cafe in the School of Nursing and Center for Science for a Hispanic-themed menu. Latin Jazz will be playing in the lobby.
Thursday, Oct. 10, 10:00a-1p, CHIPS & SALSA
Stop by the lobby of the Bailey Center for FREE chips and salsa.
LATER THIS MONTH Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6p, FILM SCREENING Join us for a screening of THE CITY THAT SOLD AMERICA, about how Chicago, a melting pot of immigrants and cultures at the turn of the 20th Century, shaped consumerism as we know it today. Executive Producer Mary Warlick will be visiting campus from North Carolina to introduce the film and take your questions. Burrow Center Recital Hall. Free Admission. Stay tuned for more announcements about upcoming events sponsored by Wallace State's Diversity Committee.