HISPANIC/LATINO STUDENT AFFAIRSNORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

HISPANICHERITAGEMONTH2014

Evanston Hispanic HeritageMonth CelebrationSeptember 20, 2014; 1 - 4 p.m.Robert Crown Community Center and Ice Complex, 1701 Main Street Evanston, IL 60201The City of Evanston kicks of Hispanic Heritage Month with a celebration of Hispanic culture at Robert Crown Center. Experience Hispanic art, music, food, dancing, special speakers, and a special performance byMariachi Northwestern.

Latin@ Welcome ReceptionSeptember 26, 2014; 5 p.m.1914 Sheridan Road, 1st Floor Conference RoomCome meet Latin@ students, faculty, and staff and learn about programs and events. Hosted by Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs and Latina LatinoStudies Program.

Latina Latino Studies Program and Asian American Studies Program Welcome Back ReceptionSeptember 30, 2014; 12:30 p.m.1819 Hinman AvenueEnjoy free food, learn about our programs, hear about our events, and meet faculty and staff! Hosted by Asian American Studies and Latina LatinoStudies Program.

Latino Men’s GatheringsOctober 1, 15, 29; November 12; December 3; All events begin at 5 p.m.1914 Sheridan Road, 1st Floor Conference RoomThis is an open gathering of Latino men to hang out, meet each other and discuss informally what college life is like for Latino men. We will offer food and drink. Come as you are. This will be a safe space to gather and discuss topics that are relevant to you. These gatherings are a collaboration of Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs and the Office of Religious Life.

EVENTS

View the Calendar online at: bit.ly/HHM14Free admission to all events unless otherwise noted.

Meet the Lt. Governor CandidatesOctober 4, 2014; 1 - 3 p.m.Ryan AuditoriumLLSP: Co-Sponsored with Latino Resources. Save the date and plan to attend our Meet the Lieutenant Governor Candidates, Paul Vallas and Evelyn Sanguinetti, at a Bilingual Informational Forum.Open to the public.

Latina Space/NU Comadres Gatherings October 6; November 3; December 1; All events begin at 7:30 p.m.Parkes Hall, Room 120This is an open gathering of Latina women created to strengthen community, empower sisterhood, and engage in healing dialogue. Our discussion topics change weekly. Snacks are provided. All are welcome! These gatherings are a collaboration of the Office of Religious Life and Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs.

Miriam Pawel: The Crusades of Cesar Chavez – Book TalkOctober 8, 2014; NoonLocation TBACesar Chavez founded a labor union, launched a movement, and inspired a generation. Two decades after his death, Chavez remains the most significant Latino leader in US history. In the first comprehensive biography of Chavez, Miriam Pawel offers a searching yet empathetic portrayal. Pawel’s biography deepens our understanding of one of Chavez’s most salient qualities: his profound humanity.

Informational Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.October 8, 2014; 5 pm & October 15, 2014; 7 p.m.Annenberg, Room G21Learn about the first Latina sorority in the nation. We are a non-exclusive multicultural sorority that focuses on scholarly excellence, community activism, and empowerment of Latinas and the universal woman. Unaffiliated women are welcome.

Informational: Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc.October 8, 2014, 7 p.m.Location TBACome learn about the LARGEST and FASTEST-GROWING multicultural Latino-based fraternity in the nation. Sigma Lambda Beta was founded in 1986 by 18 men determined to expand multicultural leadership, promote academic excellence, and enhance the community’s understanding of different cultures. For more information, contact Bro. AJ Vielma at ajvielma@u.northwestern.edu

Maria Hinojosa, NPR Latino USAOctober 9, 2014; 5 p.m.Location TBACome join LLSP and H/LSA for an interactive conversation with the anchor and executive producer of the long-running weekly NPR show Latino USA, and as anchor of the Emmy Award-winning talk show Maria Hinojosa: One-on-One.

We Question While We Walk: Building Community through Popular Education in Albany Park, ChicagoOctober 10, 2014; NoonLocation TBACome hear Isabel Valenzuela and Tony Nelson share lessons from their work in popular education and the experience of its day to day trials and victories. Their talk will have important lessons for anyone interested in immigrant rights, radical pedagogy, community building, and the fight to changethe world.

Latin@ Community Retreat & Symposium October 10-12, 2014Off-Campus RetreatJoin a 2.5 day experience away from campus to reflect on what being a Latin@ means to you and engage in meaningful conversations around how to shape the Latin@ experience at Northwestern. Food and transportation will be provided. To sign up visit the HLSA website. $20 refundable deposit required. Hosted by Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs and Religious Life.

M.E.Ch.A. 101: History and MythsOctober 14, 2014; 6 p.m.Location TBAEver wonder what M.E.Ch.A does or what the acronym even stands for? Join M.E.Ch.A de NU to learn about the history of the Chicana/o movement throughout the U.S. and hear about what MEChistas at Northwestern have planned for the year. All welcome! Contact: Lucero Segundo, lucerosegundo2015@u.northwestern.edu

National Latino Aids Awareness Day October 15, 2014October 15th has been designated as National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD). In 2003, NLAAD was established in response to the impact of HIV and AIDS on Hispanic/Latino communities nationwide. See HLSA webpage for schedule of events.

Latin@ Wellness Series: Stress Management WorkshopOctober 15, 2014; 6 - 7 p.m.1914 Sheridan Road. 1st FL Conference RoomJoin us for an interactive session on managing stress. This series is a partnership between H/LSA and CAPS.

Women of Color Initiative GatheringsOctober 20, November 17, December 8; All events begin at 7:30 p.m.Parkes Hall, Room 120The WoCI is a monthly gathering of women that self-identify as people of color to create a community and empower sisterhood across communities of color. We aim to explore intersectionality across social identities, and engage in dialogue on issues relevant to our needs, participants are invited to join us for the Women of Color Retreat and Symposium the weekend of January 23-25. The gatherings are a collaboration of the Office of Religious Life, MSA, CSI and Greek Life.

Hot Cocoa SocialOctober 23, 2014; 6 p.m.Parkes Hall 223The weather is starting to get chilly! Come grab a mug of hot cocoa and warm up with the LTAs! We’ll be talking about how to get involved on campus and how to get the most out of your extra-curricular activities. Get information on campus life while meeting other students who want to get involved. Hosted by Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.

Festival LatiNU October 25, 2014; 6:30 p.m.Norris Center, Louis RoomFestival LatiNU is the signature event for Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. Alianza, the Hispanic/Latino Student Alliance, and Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs sponsor this event, which features musical and dance performances from Northwestern student groups and Chicago area groups. The program also features cuisines from various Latin American countries.

“The Day of the Dead El Día de los Muertos: Mexican Traditions of Remembrance” Humanities Lecture Series October 30, 2014; 7 -8 p.m.Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave Evanston, IL 60201Northwestern faculty member Dr. Hector Carrillo takes us on a multimedia journey as he explores how Mexican cultures of remembrance have transformed the mourning for the dead into a romantic and nostalgic celebration of life.

Dia de los Muertos

November 2, 2014; 5 p.m.Location TBAHispanic/Latino Student Affairs observes this traditional holiday on November 2nd. By displaying an altar at the Multicultural Center and encouraging people to place items on the altar, the community honors departed family members or friends. Sheil Catholic Center also offers a bilingual mass on the Sunday closest to November 2nd, where the significance of El Dia de los Muertos is explained.

Informational: La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc.November 3, 2014; 7:30 p.m.Location TBAJoin us to learn more about our Hermandad and application process. Lambda Upsilon Lambda is committed to academic achievement, professional development, and Providing Access to Higher Education. Dress is business casual. Contact person: Lupe Gomez, lupe@u.northwestern.edu

Latin@ Wellness Series: LeadershipJanuary 14, 2015; 6 - 7 p.m.

Latin@ Networking ReceptionJanuary 22, 2015; 6 p.m.Scott Hall, Guild Lounge

Cesar Chavez Commemorative CalendarMarch 30 – April 4, 2015

Latin@ Wellness Series: Transitioning Roles & DevelopmentApril 15, 2015 ; 6 - 7 p.m.1914 Sheridan Road, 1st Floor Conference Room

Latin@ CongratulatoryJune 18, 2015; 6:30 p.m.Norris Center, Louis Room

LOOKING FORWARDto Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs Programming

Hispanic/Latino Student AffairsMulticultural Student Affairs

1936 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60208Phone: 847-467-6200

www.northwestern.edu/msa/our-departments/hlsa