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Hispanic Heritage Month

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Each year, Monmouth University observes National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Join the Hispanic Heritage Month Planning Committee for our month-long virtual event series including critical dialogues, performances, scholarship, and speakers including legendary labor rights organizer and feminist activist Dolores Huerta (president and founder of the Dolores Huerta Foundation).

Latinx Trivia Night

Intercultural Trivia Tuesdays: Latinx History Trivia nights are back! Test your knowledge, compete virtually, and learn along the way. The top five players will win $100 Amazon Gift Cards. Co-sponsored […]

Racism and Colorism within the Latinx Community

Join the sisters of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated, for this important dialogue around colorism and how it shows up within Latinx communities. This event is just part of […]

But I’m Both: An Afro-Latinx Dialogue

Join alumna @losrizosdero as she discusses experiences and politics within Afro-Latinx communities. Sponsored by Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority Inc. and Latin American Student Organization.

Reel Talk: “Dolores” Film Screening and Talkback

This event is just part of Hispanic Heritage Month, presented by Monmouth University’s Intercultural Center. Each year, Monmouth University observes National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, […]

Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Keynote: Dolores Huerta; President and Founder, Dolores Huerta Foundation

Dolores Huerta is a legendary labor leader, women’s advocate, and civil rights activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers (UFW). Working alongside UFW President César Chavez, Huerta was involved in numerous community and labor organizing efforts in Central California, and quickly became a skilled organizer and negotiator for the union. Huerta still works tirelessly, developing new leaders and advocating for the working poor, women, and children. She speaks regularly to students and organizations across the United States and abroad about issues of social justice and public policy.

I Stand with Immigrants Social Media Campaign and Dialogue

This day-long campaign will allow participants to share their experiences with immigration and why allyship is so critically important. Follow the brothers of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Incorporated, all day for ways to participate. There will also be an Instagram Live panel at 9 p.m. featuring those who have direct experience with immigration.