Latinx/e/a/o Heritage Month Celebration

The Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity and Intercultural Affairs invites the University community and general public to celebrate Latinx/e/a/o Heritage Month from Sept. 15 - Oct. 15, 2025.

We acknowledge the history, achievements and contributions of people of Hispanic and Latin descent through the development and implementation of various programs and events. This year’s theme is "" to highlight the rich history and future-shaping contributions of Hispanic and Latinx/e/a/o Americans.

All events are free and will take place in the Pedroso Center, located on the Main Campus, Building B, Room B 159, unless otherwise noted. 

Events

La Copa Soccer Tournament

Saturday, Sept. 13
9:00 a.m.-noon
Recreation Field (Behind the P.E. Complex)

Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Kickoff Celebration: ENLACE Panel Discussion 

Monday, Sept. 15
Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Pedroso Center

Join the ENgaging Latinx Communities for Education (ENLACE) program for a panel moderated by Gabriel Cortez, Ph.D.

 

Film Screening: "We Sill Here/Aqui Estamos"

Wednesday, Sept. 17
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Auditorium

"" is a documentary film that centers young residents from Comerío, Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Following the screening, there will be a conversation with the film’s producer, .

This event is proudly sponsored by: 

Caféton: Reggaeton Coffee Party

Monday, Sept. 29
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Pedroso Center

Drag Talk Back Event with Regina Rodriguez

Thursday, Oct. 2
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 
Pedroso Center

3rd Annual Pedroso Center Homecoming 

Thursday, Oct. 9
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Pedroso Center