Shenandoah Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff

Sept. 15 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Henkel Hall, Hester Auditorium

Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 6:30-8 p.m. in Henkel Hall, Hester Auditorium. Hosted by Estudiantes Unidos and the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity, the event features games, food and fellowship. All members of the Shenandoah University community are welcome. For more information, email mosaiccenter@su.edu..

Celebración de Winchester

Sept. 19 | noon-4 p.m. | Old Town Winchester

Experience the annual Celebración de Winchester on Saturday, Sept. 19, from noon to 4 p.m. in Old Town Winchester. The community celebration includes live music, Latin food, community resources, children’s activities and more. For additional event details, visit the event’s Facebook page or celebracionwinchester.com.

Sunday Night: Live! Featuring a Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 20 | 8-9 p.m. | Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall

This service, from 8-9 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20, in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall, will feature live music, Holy Communion in Spanish and English, and a sermon titled “The Table of Grace,” preached by United Methodist Chaplain Rev. Dr. Victor Gómez. For more information, contact SpiritualLife@su.edu.

Hispanic Heritage Month Table

Sept. 21 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Brandt Student Center, Lobby

Stop by the Hispanic Heritage Month information table from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, in the Brandt Student Center Lobby. Hosted by the Mosaic Center for Diversity, the display highlights Hispanic heritage and culture. All members of the Shenandoah University community are welcome to visit. For more information, email mosaiccenter@su.edu.

Hispanic Heritage Month Movie Night

Sept. 23 | 7-9 p.m. | Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall

Enjoy a Hispanic Heritage Month movie night from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall. The film tells the story of Ritchie Valens, a young Latino musician who rises to rock ’n’ roll fame in 1958, while navigating family relationships, love and the challenges of his growing career. The event is sponsored by the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity and Spiritual Life. For more information, email mosaiccenter@su.edu.

Hispanic Heritage Month Dance Party & Karaoke Night

Sept. 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Brandt Student Center, Game Room

Dance and sing while celebrating Hispanic culture and community from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, in the Brandt Student Center, Game Room. Bring your friends, grab the microphone or hit the dance floor for an evening of music and fun. For more information, contact dashford@su.edu.

Spanish Hour at the Library

Sept. 29 | 7-9 p.m. | Smith Library, First Floor

Practice your Spanish and build confidence during Spanish Hour from 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, on the first floor of the Smith Library. This informal gathering provides an opportunity to practice conversation and connect with fellow Spanish learners. For more information, contact Adela Borrallo-Solis at aborrall@su.edu

Lotería Game

Oct. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Henkel Hall, Hester Auditorium

Try your hand at Lotería, a traditional Mexican game of chance often compared to bingo, from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, in Henkel Hall, Hester Auditorium. Players will use illustrated cards to compete for prizes while celebrating Hispanic culture and tradition. Hosted by the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity. For more information, contact mosaiccenter@su.edu.

Indigenous Peoples Day Table

Oct. 12 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Brandt Student Center, Lobby

Explore the intersection of Hispanic/Latino and Indigenous cultures from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in the Brandt Student Center Lobby. The display highlights countries that observe Indigenous Peoples Day, notable figures with Indigenous heritage and cultural traditions. For more information, contact mosaiccenter@su.edu.

Hispanic Heritage Month-Game Night

Oct. 14 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Pruitt Health & Life Sciences Building, Halpin Rotunda

Bring your friends to an evening filled with games, fun, and fellowship at the Hispanic Heritage Month Game Night from 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, in the Pruitt Health and Life Sciences Building, Halpin Rotunda. For more information about this event, hosted by Estudiantes Unidos and the Office of Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity, please contact Dahlia Ashford at mosaiccenter@su.edu.

Savor the Flavors (Taste Testing)

Oct. 15 | noon – 2 p.m. | Brandt Student Center, Room 120 (Mosaic Center)

Wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month at Shenandoah at the Savor the Flavors Taste Testing on Thursday, Oct. 15, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Brandt Student Center, Room 120 (Mosaic Center). Sample Peruvian, Mexican, Salvadoran, and Dominican dishes and more. Hosted by the Office of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity, this event is open to all. For more information, please contact mosaiccenter@su.edu.