Chicanx Latinx Heritage Month is dedicated to honoring and celebrating our diverse Indigenous, Latinx, and Chicanx heritage. This year, the theme is "Elevando el Mundo: Honoring Our Many Roots," which aims to elevate our world by centering Afro-Latinx voices, experiences, and legacies and fostering Black and Brown solidarity. Together, let's acknowledge and uplift the resilience and contributions of all our communities.
- Read about the contributions of the Latinx community and access educational resources
- University Library resources on Chicanx Latinx Heritage Month
Events are open to anyone, regardless of race, color, national origin, and sex.
September
Events - Check Back here for September and October Events
- September 15, 2:30 PM
- USU Plaza
- The Chicanx/Latinx Student Resource Centers in the CCC invite all Cal State LA students to join the fiesta! We're kicking things off with an epic celebration featuring: Dancing and Live Performances, DIY activities honoring the LatinX Diaspora, Student orgs & campus resources,, FREE food (yes, free!). Bring friends, your energy, and your appetite as we honor and uplift the vibrant LatinX community on campus. Don't miss out, let's make this celebration unforgettable!
- September 18, 3 – 4 PM
- Library North Second Floor Reading Lounge
Join us at the University Library for an open reception acknowledging celebrations and awareness days/weeks in September. While you're there, explore the Library's vibrant collection of works honoring Chicanx Latinx culture and contributions, and enjoy snacks and refreshments. All are welcome!
OCTOBER
- October 6th, 1:00 PM
- USU LA Rooms
- The DRC in collaboration with Upward Bound will be having the Kick-Off to Stories Without Borders. This event initiates a week's worth of events that highlights our undocumented students and the work that they are doing.
- October 7th, 1:00 PM
- Farmers Market Triangle
- As a part of our Stories Without Borders event, students will be given the opportunity to share a few words with the audience while others can engage in creating art work on canvases..
- October 8th, 2:00 PM
- USU Theater
- Author Reyna Grande will be engaging in a discussion that highlights her book A Dream Called Home. Books will be available for attendees on a first come first serve basis.
- October 9th, 2:00 PM
- USU LA Rooms
- We will be hosting a business resource fair where student entrepreneurs will showcase their businesses, products, and services. We will also have presentations for those interested in starting their own business.
- October 29th, 2:30 PM
- USU Plaza
- Join the Chicanx/Latinx Student Resource Center in celebrating Dia de los Muertos, where we will honor the passing of loved ones and celebrate the beauty of life. Enjoy music and performances, visit ofrendas, enjoy free food, and more. Whether you are remembering a loved one or learning about the tradition for the first time, all CSULA students, staff, and faculty are welcome to join the event!