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Latinx Heritage Month kickoff at the North Mall in 2017.

Campus to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month

Latinx culture highlighted with events throughout September.

September 3, 2019 by University Communications

Missouri State University consistently aims to educate campus and the surrounding community about world cultures.

This September, multicultural programs will celebrate Latinx Heritage Month. From Sep. 4-26, you can immerse yourself in Latinx culture through events held on campus.

“This is a month to celebrate the richness of the Latinx culture, especially here in the States,” said Yvania Garcia-Pusateri, former executive director of multicultural programs. “Our goal is to spread awareness to students, staff, faculty and the greater community in Springfield.”

Highlighted events

Sep. 4

Latinx Heritage Month kick-off: Lotería on the North Mall, 1 p.m., PSU North Mall. Lotería is a traditional Mexican game of chance, similar to bingo. Come join the fun to officially kick off Latinx Heritage Month.

Full schedule of events

Sep. 21

Carnaval: Latinx Heritage Month banquet, 5 p.m., PSU Grand Ballroom. Experience cultural performances, a fashion show and authentic Latin American food prepared by students and Springfield community members. RSVP required. Admission is $10. Students get in free with BearPass ID.

Sep. 26

Latinx student, faculty and staff networking reception, 5:30 p.m., Davis-Harrington Welcome Center. A chance for Latinx students to connect with other Latinx staff and faculty on campus, as well as community members.

Filed Under: Featured Tagged With: diversity, Public Affairs, students, Yvania Garcia-Pusateri

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