UNT celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

UNT will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of celebrations and educational events from mid-September to mid- October. Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1989 and is observed nationally.

"Diversity is a daily reality," says Andrea Robledo, assistant director of the UNT Multi-cultural Center. "It is important to celebrate the contributions of everyone in order to provide cultural role models for younger generations."

Robledo says many UNT organizations and individuals have worked together to arrange activities and learning opportunities during Hispanic Heritage Month for students and those from the Denton community.

"We hope to show that the Latin culture is not just made up of Mexican food, but includes the wealth and diversity of Dominicanos, Puertoricans and the peoples of Central and South America and the Caribbean," she says.

For more information, contact the Multicultural Center at (940) 565-3424 or visit www.unt.edu/edo/multicultural.htm.

• Thursday, Sept. 23
  Salsa Dancing Presentation, 4-5 p.m.
  Come learn more about the origin and growth of salsa dancing at this event presented by Teresa Marrero, UNT associate professor of foreign languages and literatures. University Union, Multicultural Center, Room 422.
  
• Tuesday, Sept. 28
  Hispanics in the Media Presentation, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
  Dora Tovar presents a lecture and discussion concerning the changing depiction of Hispanics in the media. Multicultural Center.
  
• Wednesday, Oct. 6
  Each One Teach One Film Series — Chicano! Fighting for Political Power, noon
  This film focuses on Mexican-American political activism and the formation of La Raza Unida, a political group. Multicultural Center.
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 12
  Exploring the Origins of the Human Shape and Color, 2-3 p.m.      
  Presented by Veronica Pasternak, visiting assistant professor of teacher education and administration. Multicultural Center.
  
• Friday, Oct. 15
  Hispanic Friends Conference, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
  The UNT Division of Equity and Diversity continues its commitment to the strength of the Hispanic community at the 15th annual Hispanic Friends Conference. University Union, Silver Eagle Suite. Ticket price is tentatively set at $15. Call (940) 565-2456 to register.
  
• Thursday, Oct. 21
  Celebracion Banquet, 6:30-9 p.m.
  This annual banquet honors the accomplishments of Hispanics and Latinos and celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. University Union, Golden Eagle Suite. Call (940) 565-2456 for ticket information.
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 26
  Each One Teach One Film Series — Hispanic Americans: Their Differences, Myth or Fact?, noon.
  This film deals with how Hispanic cultures blend into American society and politics. Multicultural Center.

BY MAGAN HENDON inhouse@unt.edu

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