Heritage Months

National Hispanic, Latinx/é Heritage Month

is a yearly celebration in the U.S. occurring from September 15 to October 15. Join the Multicultural Center at MCC in celebrating the diverse history, cultures, contributions and accomplishments of Hispanic Americans, Latinos, Latinas, and Latinx/é -identifying individuals.

For more information and questions, please email Cecilia Hidalgo-Salcedo, our Student Engagement Specialist.

All Month - Did You Know?

“Did you know?” is a series of posts on MCC’s TVs and the MCC app. Look out for these posts during the month to learn about the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S.

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Sept 9 – 12 - Hispanic & Latinx/é Spirit Week 

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month all week long in September with our Latinx/é Spirit Week! Visit our table in the Cowan Center to participate.

Sept 9-12
10A-12P
Lowell Campus
Cowan Center Lobby

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Sept 12 - Sancocho & Stories: Latino Men in Higher Ed

Latino male representation rates in college is nationally low in comparison to their female counterparts. Join this special occasion to meet with the Latino men of MCC, including staff, faculty and student leaders. And help yourselves to a warm sampling of sancocho, a common stew consumed by many Latin cultures across the world, while you listen to the unique stories on our panel.

September 12, 2024
2P - 4P
Lowell Campus, Multicultural Center, G02

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Sept 18 - MCC's Hispanic & Latinx/é Heritage Festival

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with MCC's student club, LatinX Force!

Join us for an evening of food, music, performances, and a lotería! LatinX Force is a club at MCC where diversity is our greatest strength! We're committed to creating an inclusive space where you can thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Please RSVP to ensure a positive experience for all.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2024, 3 – 6PM
Lowell, Cowan Center, Cafeteria

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Sept 20 - Conversations & Connections to Celebrate Hispanic/Latino/a/e Heritage

Latina Women Moving Forward and MCC's Center for Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation invite you to join us for Conversations & Connections to Celebrate Hispanic/Latino/a/e Heritage!

On Friday, September 20, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, come enjoy an evening filled with networking, refreshments, and meaningful conversations as we celebrate the vibrant cultural contributions of Hispanic/Latino/a/e communities.

Please note this event is open to the entire campus (employees and students) and the extended MCC community. We encourage you to share this opportunity with your students, family, and friends. Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate!

Register Here.
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Sept 28 - Lowell's Hispanic and Latinx Festival

Join the college in participating in the annual Hispanic and Latinx Festival in Lowell! Celebrate Lowell's 3rd Hispanic Heritage Month Festival with Latinx Community Center for Empowerment – LCCE.

September 28, 2024
40 French St, Lowell, MA 01852-1113

Experience the vibrant cultures of Latin America through electrifying performances, delicious cuisine, and engaging dance workshops. Free admissions for all! Join the fiesta!

Performances by:

UMass Lowell Latin Assemble
Grooversity
Asociacion Carnavalesca de Massachusetts
San Simonne New England
Grupo Chevere
& more!

Contact: Hispanicfest@latinxcenter.org

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Oct 1 - Chat with Your Latine Librarian! (in-person event)

Come to the MCC Library and celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. Learn about what MCC’s library offers and talk with Alejandra Méndez, your Latine librarian, who will show all the great services and resources the library provides and help you succeed

Please RSVP to ensure a positive experience for all: https://forms.gle/iSmdtQYWBwVuyeyTA

11:00 - 12:00P
Lowell Federal Building
Library, Kerouac Room
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Oct 4 & 5 - El Encuentro Film Festival

El Encuentro: The Latino Film Experience
Tickets available at the door. You’re invited to celebrate the vibrant world of Latino storytelling through film during Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us on Friday, October 4th and Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the Richard and Nancy Donahue Theater at Middlesex Community College in downtown Lowell, MA at 7:00pm. This in-person two day festival is a dynamic showcase of both emerging and established Latino voices, blending creativity with culture.

October 4 & 5
MCC’s Academic Art Center

Admission is $15 for the general public and $10 for MCC students as well as students from other institutions. Affiliates will be charged at the general admission rate.

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Oct 8 - Chat with Your Latine Librarian!

Come to the MCC Library and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Week (in-person or online). Learn about what MCC’s library offers and talk with Alejandra Méndez, your Latine librarian, who will show all the great services and resources the library offers and help you succeed!.

To get your Zoom link, please register: https://forms.gle/iSmdtQYWBwVuyeyTA
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Oct 11 - A LatinX Homecoming

In continuation of celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, MCC’s student club, LatinX Force is hosting A LatinX Homecoming. Join the club in welcoming students back to the school year through music, dancing and food. Formal attire encouraged but not necessary.

Friday, October 11, 2024

6 - 9P
UTEC Lowell

Please RSVP to ensure a positive experience for all: https://forms.gle/MZahh6A8Wm26YSMW9