Jacksonville State University will celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America on September 19th at the TMB auditorium. Activities will begin with an opening celebration, panel discussion and dinner, which will round out the activities for the evening. Each week that follows will have spirited, themed festivities designed to further educate students about the Hispanic culture.
- Opening
Celebration- Thursday.
September 19th - Time:
6 PM – 8 PM - Location
TMB auditorium - Panel
discussion: current students vs former Hispanic students: studying in JSU - Dinner
serve at 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday.
- Tacos
on the Quad- Thursday,
September 26th - Time:
1 PM – 2 PM - Location:
The Quad - Like
free tacos? Then come to the quad to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! - Photo
booth with international students: countries authentic traditional customs
- Thursday,
- Coffee
Tasting- Thursday,
October 7th - Time:
2-4 PM - Location:
international house - Come
enjoy coffee from different Hispanic Latin-American countries, Mexican hot
cocoa, and traditional and authentic pastries! - Special
guest speaker Dr. Pacheco will talk about the history of coffee and chocolate
in Latin America
- Thursday,
- Trivia
Night- Tuesday,
October 8th - Time:
6 PM-9 PM - Location:
International House – Memorial Room - Come
join in the fun of Hispanic Heritage Trivia Night! - Tacos
will be provided
- Tuesday,
- Salsa
Night- Wednesday,
October 9th - Time:
6 PM- 8:30 PM - Location TBA
- Come
learn how to dance the salsa! We will be teaching a class in salsa moves to
attendees!
- Wednesday,
- Hispanic
Heritage Closing Gala- Thursday,
October 10th - 6
PM – 8 PM - Location:
MAC – Recreational & Fitness Center. - Hispanics
and allied: certificates of recognition - dance
presented by Jennifer Whyte - Dinner
serve at 7:00 PM
- Thursday,
JSU Arts, Humanities & Sciences Blog 
Leave a comment