Celebrate Latine culture with these 7 events
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Latine Heritage Month will be observed on SU’s campus from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. This event celebrates Latine people and culture on campus, and around the world.
Here are eight events to check out throughout the next month:
Latine Heritage Month Opening Ceremony
2023’s Latine Heritage Month celebration kicks off with a ceremony in Schine Student Center. Open to students from SU and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, as well as members of the greater Syracuse community, Latine Heritage Month offers a wide range of activities designed to teach about and reflect on Latine culture. The event will be hosted by Multicultural Affairs.
When: Friday, Sept. 15 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Schine Student Center, Atrium
“Futurismo Latino” Exhibit Opening Event
A new art exhibit designed to showcase the work of Chicano artists opens at La Casita Cultural Center on Friday. “Futurismo Latino” showcases two artists in particular, Cayetano Valenzuela and Zeke Peña, in addition to artists who participated in art programs at La Casita this summer. The event includes Mexican/Tejano music and food.
When: Friday, Sept. 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: La Casita Cultural Center
Torneo de Fútbol
The fifth annual Torneo de Fútbol, a soccer tournament held jointly by Multicultural Affairs and the Barnes Center at the Arch, will be held on Saturday on the field adjacent to the Women’s Building. While the deadline to register a team has passed, all are welcome to spectate and cheer on their fellow students.
When: Saturday, Sept. 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Women’s Building, Field
Latine Game Night
The Center for International Services will host Latine Game Night on Monday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. There will be Latine games such as dominoes, lotería and juego de la oca. Desserts with also be provided.
When: Monday, Sept. 28 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Center for International Services
Point of Contact Exhibit and Artist Talk: “The Border is a Weapon”
“The Border is a Weapon” is an art exhibition that studies life on the border between the U.S. and Mexico through the work of artists from Laredo, Texas. Held at the Nancy Cantor Warehouse, this multimedia art show sheds light on the realities of life on and around the border. The exhibit was curated by Laredo-based artist Gil Rocha.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Nancy Cantor Warehouse
Fiesta Latina
Raíces Dance Troupe and the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations will perform at this year’s Fiesta Latina in Goldstein Auditorium at Schine Student Center. The event will include Latine food and a live performance from Trio Los Claveles, a Rochester-based musical group. Entry is free with a valid student ID.
When: Friday, Oct. 6 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Schine Student Center, Goldstein Auditorium
Latine Heritage Month and Fifth Annual LGBTQ+ History Month Potash Collaborative Keynote: Salina EsTitties
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” contestant Salina EsTitties will deliver a keynote speech next month to commemorate the overlapping celebrations of Latine Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15) and LGBTQ+ History Month (Oct. 1 to Oct. 31). The event is free to all attendees. EsTitties, who is a queer Latinx drag performer, will speak about her experiences across the entertainment industry.
When: Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Schine Underground
