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UT
celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The University of Toledo will observe Hispanic Heritage Month,
Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, 2011, with several events designed to
highlight the culture.
“Hispanic Heritage Month 2011 includes an array of programs and
activities that will celebrate the Latino culture. It’s an
exciting time for everyone in involved, especially the students
who take part in organizing and planning the monthlong
celebration,” said Sabina Elizondo-Serratos, associate
director of the Office of Student Involvement. “We invite our
campus community to join us as we educate others, celebrate each
other, and embrace one another through our vibrant Latino
culture.”
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The Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off Celebration will take place
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Student Union Rooms 2582 and 2584.
Dr. Isabel Escobar, UT professor of chemical and
environmental engineering, and interim assistant dean for
research and development in the College of Engineering, will be
the keynote speaker. Authentic Mexican lunch will be served.
Events will continue throughout the month with “Salsa on the
Steps” Sept. 21 with the Latino Student Union and Ballroom Dance
Society, the making of Piñatas
on Sept. 26 with the Nu Chapter of the Alpha Psi Lambda National
Inc. and The History of Latino Immigration on Oct. 10.
For more information, call the UT Office of Student Involvement at
419.530.2992.
For a listing of events taking place throughout Hispanic Heritage
Month at UT go to:
http://utnews.utoledo.edu/index.php/09_13_2011/ut-schedules-events-to-celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month
PDF of UT HHM
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