Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Emory

A Month-Long Celebration of Hispanic Culture and Heritage

Emory University is proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, a month-long observance from September 15 to October 15 that recognizes the contributions and achievements of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States.

Throughout the month, Emory will host a variety of events and activities that celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage. These events will include lectures, performances, film screenings, and more.

The celebration will kick off with a keynote address by Dr. Jorge Ramos, a renowned journalist and author. Dr. Ramos will speak about the importance of Hispanic heritage and the challenges facing the Hispanic community today.

Events and Activities

In addition to the keynote address, Emory will host a variety of other events and activities throughout Hispanic Heritage Month. These events will include:

• A performance by the Emory Mariachi Band
• A screening of the film "Selena"
• A lecture on the history of Hispanic immigration to the United States
• A cooking demonstration of traditional Hispanic dishes
• A dance performance by the Emory Latin Dance Club

These events are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit the Emory Hispanic Heritage Month website.

The Importance of Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is an important time to celebrate the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States.

Hispanic and Latino Americans have made significant contributions to the United States in all areas of society, including the arts, sciences, business, and government.

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to recognize these contributions and to celebrate the diversity of the Hispanic and Latino community.

How to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

There are many ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Here are a few ideas:

• Attend one of the events or activities hosted by Emory.
• Visit the Emory Hispanic Heritage Month website for more information on events and activities.
• Learn about the history of Hispanic and Latino Americans.
• Support Hispanic and Latino businesses.
• Celebrate Hispanic culture at home by cooking traditional dishes, listening to Hispanic music, or watching Hispanic films.

By celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, we can all learn more about the Hispanic and Latino community and its contributions to the United States.