HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH AT FRANKE HONORS
We Celebrate!
¡Celebremos!
Hispanic Heritage Month | September 15-October 15
Mes de la Herencia Hispana | Del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated September 15 to October 15. September 15th recognizes the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Mexico celebrates independence on September 16th and Chile on September 18th. This month-long celebration is a time to highlight history and cultural contributions that have impacted the world. The celebration of Hispanic heritage in the United States began in 1968 with a week-long observance. It was expanded in 1988 to a month-long observance.
While we do not confine our celebration of Hispanic and Latinx heritage to one month, we respect and honor this time and commit to highlighting the significant contributions that are embedded in the fabric of American culture and identity.
Dr. Cheree Meeks
Assistant Dean, Programs, Diversity, and Inclusion
Dr. Nadia Alvarez Mexia
Assistant Professor of Practice
El Mes de la Herencia Hispana se celebra del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre. El 15 de septiembre se reconoce el aniversario de la Independencia de países como Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras y Nicaragua. México celebra su Independencia el 16 de septiembre y Chile el 18 de septiembre. Esta celebración, que se extiende por un mes, resalta la historia y las contribuciones culturales que han impactado al mundo. La celebración de la Herencia Hispana, en los EEUU, inicia en 1968 a través de un reconocimiento semanal. Esta celebración se extiende, por un mes, a partir de 1988.
Si bien, no debemos de limitar la celebración de la Herencia Hispana y Latinx a solo un mes, respetamos y honramos este tiempo para comprometernos en enaltecer las contribuciones significativas que forman parte de nuestra cultura e identidad estadounidense.
Dra. Cheree Meeks
Decana Asistente, Programas, Diversidad e inclusión
Dra. Nadia Alvarez Mexia
Profesora Asistente de Práctica
Resources | Recursos
Adalberto & Ana Guerrero Student Center
University of Arizona Hispanic Serving Institution Initiatives
National Hispanic Heritage Month
History: Hispanic Heritage Month
White House Proclamation on National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, 2023
White House Proclamation on National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2023
Special Events
Inside Honors: September Edition
September 19 | Honors Village Courtyard | 4:00 - 5:30 PM
We're kicking off Hispanic Heritage month at this first Inside Honors of the '23-'24 academic year!
Join us in the Courtyard of the Honors Village as we celebrate with raspado snow cones and the opportunity to make tissue paper flower decor.
We'll have staff and faculty on hand outside and in the Academic Lounge to answer questions on programs, scholarships, and clubs.
Hope to see you there!
Diversity Within: Exploring Hispanic, Latinx, and Afro-Latinidad Identities
September 21 | Honors Village Room 1068 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Special Guests:
- Cristina Baena – Former UA Golf Athlete, President of Employee Benefits at Crest Insurance Group
- Desiree Hammond – Program Manager at Greater Tucson Leadership, Community Advocate
- Adiba Nelson – Author, Diversity, Disability, and Inclusion Activist
- Sandra Otero – UA Adjunct Professor, Owner of Los Jarritos Mexican Food
Panelists will share their lived experiences and how they celebrate their identities. Topics will also include leadership, entrepreneurship, and community. Food from Los Jarritos Mexican Food will be served.
The University of Arizona is a Hispanic Serving Institution
At the Franke Honors College, we are committed to exploring the ways our identity as an Honors College and a Hispanic Serving Institution intersect year-round.