Hispanic Heritage Month

Everyone is invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) at El Camino College!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

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National Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) is observed in the United States from September 15 to October 15, recognizing and celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of the Latino communities whose ancestry can be traced to over 20 countries in Latin America, including Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.

El Camino College is recognized as a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), with Latinos representing the largest ethnic group on campus (52%).

Read the "Mi Casa, coffee and conchas and more: El Camino College celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month" article in The Union.

Background

The day of September 15 is also significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively.

Calendar of Events

Through the events and cultural highlights of Hispanic Heritage Month, we'll raise awareness, celebrate diversity, honor history and foster inclusion across campus.

Calendar of Events  

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month Kick Off!

All are welcome to come and celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month with a LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE by Grupo La Decisión
12:30 - 3:00pm Student Services Plaza Hispanic Heritage Month Flyer Image

Monday, September 16 - Saturday, December 14, 2024

Xicana!

Art exhibition highlighting Chicana artists, curated by Dulce Stein.
  ECC Art Gallery  

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

MOCAN Barbershop Talks

The Barbershop Talk series opens conversations for Men of Color to receive communal support and build a sense of belonging at ECC. By creating space for its Men of Color, ECC students have the opportunity to talk about their lives in an unstructured, open manner, in a safe, familiar space.

The first 30 ECC students to RSVP will receive a free haircut!

http://bit.ly/mocan-barbershop-talks
11:00 am - 2:00pm SEA Center MOCAN Barbershop Talks flyer

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Café y Conchas con Consejeros

Students! Come chat with ECC counselors over a cup of coffee and  concha pastry!
9:00 - 11:00am Student Services Plaza  

Friday, September 20 & Saturday, September 21, 2024

Cine y Más: Latin Film Fest

Cine y Más produces vibrant year-round arts programing in connection with their annual Latin Film Festival in San Francisco. For the first time ever, they will debut in Los Angeles! A two-day festival featuring the work of emerging and established filmmakers from the US, Latin America, Spain, and Portugal -- 20+ countries and the shared Latin diaspora, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. Enjoy three DIFFERENT film screenings, over 2 days, including in person discussion with filmmakers. Visit the Center for the Arts website for more details, and to get tickets.

FREE Tickets for ECC Faculty, Staff, and Students!

7:30pm on Sept 20th

2pm & 5pm on Sept 21st
Marsee Auditorium  

Thursday, September 26, 2024

Colegas: Latino/a/x Employee Potluck + Meet Up

Staff & Faculty are invited to spend time in community with each other. Bring a favorite dish to share! 
12:00 - 2:00 pm East Dining Room  

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Exploring Latinidad: Panel Discussion

Come for an engaging panel discussion on Latinidad, facilitated by Dr. Argelia Andrade.

Some of the topics to be discussed include, colorism, machismo, and mixed status family.

The panel will consist of ECC students, faculty and staff.
1:15 - 2:15 pm Social Justice Center Lounge (Comm 204)  

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Lotería Game Night

Lotería is a popular game across Mexico and Latinx communities. The art on these Lotería cards are customized with some of ECC’s finest! Come find out if you or your program will be featured. All are welcome to play and win prizes! 
4:00 - 6:00 pm Social Justice Center Lounge (Comm 204)  

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Library Pop Up! 

Join ECC librarians for Latinx book talks & check out ECC's Latinx book collection.


10:00 am - 12:00 pm Library Lawn  

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Student Workshop:
Paint & Sip Aguas Frescas

Come and spend some time in creativity, while enjoying aguas frescas (a light, refreshing drink made with water, sugar, and fruit)
1:00 - 3:00 pm Social Justice Center Lounge (Comm 204) Paint & Sip Flyer Image

 

Zoom Backgrounds

Celebrate with these Zoom virtual backgrounds (click to open, right-click the image and save to your computer).

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Flag Backgrounds

Download the collection of country flag backgrounds.

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Accommodations

If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, email [email protected] as soon as possible, but no later than seven days prior to the event.

Contact

If you have questions, ideas, or want to get more involved with HHM at El Camino College, please email Monica Delgado, Social Justice Center Coordinator at  [email protected].