Notre Dame celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with slate of events
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15), the University of Notre Dame will be highlighting the significant contributions that Latino and Hispanic students, faculty and staff have made to the University since its earliest days through two key initiatives: the launch of Somos ND and the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Institute for Latino Studies.
“This is a special year for Notre Dame as we pay tribute to the deeply rooted history of Latinos and Hispanics at this institution and the ways in which those who came before us have contributed to the success and legacy you see today,” said Pedro Ribeiro, vice president for public affairs and communications. “At the same time, we are looking forward to our ongoing efforts to build a more global, Catholic and diverse Notre Dame — which doesn’t happen without strong engagement in the Latino and Hispanic communities, both internally and externally.”
Since the mid-1800s, students, faculty and staff of Latino and Hispanic descent have enriched the educational landscape and helped to foster a more inclusive and diverse learning and research environment. A new initiative, Somos ND (the Spanish translation of “We Are ND”) aims to increase the visibility of these achievements, enhance awareness of important cultural issues and strengthen the spirit of community and inclusion at Notre Dame.
In addition, the University is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Institute for Latino Studies (ILS). Founded in 1999, the institute has played a vital role in fostering understanding of the U.S. Latino experience — offering a supplementary major and minor, preparing leaders, advancing research and building community. ILS builds upon the history of Latinos at Notre Dame and the outstanding intellectual legacy of Julian Samora, a former Notre Dame professor of sociology and pioneering Latino studies scholar, in strengthening Notre Dame’s academic mission.
A variety of events and opportunities will take place throughout Hispanic Heritage Month to showcase the culture and experiences of the Latino and Hispanic community and to engage with related scholarship and research.
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Sunday, Sept. 15: “Puss in Boots” (2011)
1 p.m.
Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center -
Sunday, Sept. 15: Mass in Spanish — Somos ND kickoff event
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart -
Sunday, Sept. 15: Somos ND reception
4:30 p.m. (immediately following Spanish Mass)
Fieldhouse Mall (between Clarke Memorial Fountain and LaFortune Student Center) -
Tuesday, Sept. 17: Panel Discussion — “Accelerating Implementation of the Colombian Final Accord’s Ethnic Approach: Strategies for Reinvigorating Inclusive Peacebuilding”
4-5:30 p.m.
Keough School’s Washington, D.C., office -
Friday, Sept. 20: MVP Fridays Lecture — Javier Zamora: “What can immigrant stories teach us?”
4-6 p.m.
Andrews Auditorium, Geddes Hall -
Friday, Sept. 20: Notre Dame vs. Indiana University (volleyball) — Community Weekend; Hispanic Heritage Month/Somos ND game
6:30 p.m.
Purcell Pavilion, Joyce Center -
Friday, Sept. 20: Notre Dame vs. Chicago State (men’s soccer) — Community Weekend; Somos ND game
7 p.m.
Alumni Stadium, Notre Dame -
Saturday, Sept. 21: Notre Dame vs. Miami OH (football) — Community Weekend; Band of the Fighting Irish special halftime Somos ND recognition
3:30 p.m.
Notre Dame Stadium -
Sunday, Sept. 22: “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” (2022)
1 p.m.
Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center -
Sunday, Sept. 22: Mass in Spanish
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart -
Sunday, Sept. 22: Latino Student Ministry First Convivio
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Coleman-Morse Lounge -
Thursday, Sept. 26: ILS 25th anniversary celebration kickoff
3-4 p.m.
Room 315, Bond Hall -
Thursday, Sept. 26: Latino Studies Lecture
4-5 p.m.
Room 104, Bond Hall -
Thursday, Sept. 26: SomosND Fiesta
5-6:30 p.m.
Bond Hall Quad -
Thursday, Sept. 26: Notre Dame vs. North Carolina State (women’s soccer) — Hispanic Heritage Month/Somos ND game
7 p.m.
Alumni Stadium, Notre Dame -
Thursday, Sept. 26: Hispanic Alumni of Notre Dame panel
7-8:30 p.m.
Room 104, Bond Hall -
Friday, Sept. 27: Mass — celebration of life for Nacho Lozano Jr., class of ’47
2:30 p.m.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart -
Sunday, Sept. 29: Mass in Spanish
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart -
Sunday, Oct. 6: Mass in Spanish
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart -
Tuesday, Oct. 8: Notre Dame vs. Michigan (men’s soccer) — Hispanic Heritage Month/Somos ND game
7 p.m.
Alumni Stadium, Notre Dame -
Wednesday, Oct. 9: Sandeen Memorial Poetry Reading by Cecilia Vicuña
7-8:30 p.m.
Auditorium, Hesburgh Center for International Studies -
Sunday, Oct. 13: Mass in Spanish
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Basilica of the Sacred Heart -
Sunday, Oct. 13: Latino Student Ministry October Convivio
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Coleman-Morse Lounge -
Sunday, Oct. 13: Latino Student Ministry Ofrenda-Making Party
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Coleman-Morse Lounge -
Wednesday, Oct. 16: Letras Latinas 20th anniversary event — Poetry & Conversation featuring Richard Blanco and Rigoberto González
5-6:30 p.m.
Reyes Family Board room, McKenna Hall
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