Hispanic Heritage month runs from Sept.15 – Oct. 15 and celebrates the history and culture of the U.S. Latinx and Hispanic communities. Chapman events during Hispanic Heritage Month (and beyond!) focus on the contributions and impact these communities have had in the U.S.
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration
Thursday, September 15, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Argyros Forum, 3rd Floor South Patio
Join us for some delicious food and music (Our very own Mariachi Panteras) for our 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration. Following the celebration, join a movie screening that begins at 8:00 p.m.in Argyros Forum 304. Registration required.
Latinx Club Tabling Events
Chapman’s Latinx club facilitates activities such as fundraisers, holiday celebrations, outings and networking events in which every student can learn about Latin American culture and have a great time. Learn more at these upcoming tabling events.
Tuesday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m – 2:30 p.m.
Student Union — The Latinx Club will be giving out candy, stickers, and playing rounds of Loteria.
Wednesday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m – 2:30 p.m.
Attallah Piazza – Come support the Latinx Club’s fundraising drive.
Solidarity Social and Film Screening
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 11:30 a.m.
BK 404
This a great opportunity to show your allyship and support of the Hispanic Chapman community. Enjoy lunch, and stay for a screening of the film “Marisposa del Campo.”
Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Celebration
Friday, Oct. 14, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cross-Cultural Center (AF 304)
Join the Chapman community as we close out Hispanic Heritage Month with food, music and celebration.
Bonfire with Chapman’s Latinx Club
Open to members of the Latinx Club. Reach out to their Instagram, @chapmanlatinx, for more information,
Engaging the World: A Night of Remembrance: Honoring America’s Latino Veterans
Friday, November 11, 6:30 p.m.
Argyros Forum, 209ABC
Celebrate the contributions of the Hispanic and Latino community to the U.S. armed forces. The event is free and open to the public.
Engaging the World: A Talk with Lalo Alcaraz: Author, Artist, Cartoonist, Pocho
Tuesday, Dec. 6, 5:30-6:45 p.m.
Beckman Hall, 404
Lalo Alcaraz is an award-winning nationally-syndicated editorial cartoonist and the creator of the syndicated daily comic strip “La Cucaracha,” published nationwide since 2002. The event is free and open to the public.
