Sherry Kollmann Chancellor of NMSU Global | nmsu.edu
New Mexico State University (NMSU) continues to uphold its designation as a Hispanic-serving institution by promoting diversity and inclusion. In honor of Latinx Heritage Month, which spans from September 15 to October 15, NMSU's Latin American Programs will host various virtual and in-person events open to the campus and broader community. The program has transitioned from "Hispanic" to "Latinx Heritage Month" to increase inclusion and address limitations of traditional terms.
Scheduled events include:
- Indigenous Science: From Local to Global Context by Jessica Hernandez at 5 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, in Domenici Hall room 109.
- Sabores Salvadoreños: Pupusas by La Pupusona from noon until supplies run out on Thursday, September 19, outside Corbett Student Center Union.
- Voces: A panel featuring NMSU students, staff, faculty, and community members from 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, September 25 at Corbett Center Senate Chambers.
- Undocu-Entrepreneurship Webinar by Immigrants Rising from noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday, October 2 via Zoom.
- Salsa Tasting and Tour by the Chile Pepper Institute from 4 to 5 p.m., Thursday, October 3 at Fabian Garcia Research Center.
- Jotx y Recuerdos Live Podcast documenting queer stories from the border from noon to 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 8 at Corbett Center West Ballroom.
- LACumbia Night Sonido Cachimbo Live from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, October 16 at Corbett Center Outdoor Stage.
“Latinx Heritage Month is a special time to celebrate and learn about our culture, history, and traditions,” said Rio López, director of Latin American Programs. “For NMSU LAP, this month represents a significant achievement in our commitment to intersectional programming within the university.”
López emphasized that this year’s events will offer valuable learning experiences for faculty, staff, and the broader NMSU community. This includes welcoming Immigrants Rising for a workshop tailored specifically for undocumented students; author talks in collaboration with American Indian Programs; and the LACumbia Day event.
“Last year’s LACumbia Day event was a huge success,” López noted. “This year we’re making it even bigger with a live concert by Sonido Cachimbo.”
The celebration extends beyond one month through various events aimed at building a diverse community. López expressed gratitude towards students for their active engagement in shaping these events.
López added that this year's series was made possible through collaboration with more than twenty NMSU partners. For information on becoming a co-sponsor for future initiatives, contact López at aclopez@nmsu.edu.
