Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at FVTC

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at FVTC

September 15-October 15

| By: Britten, Casey

Hispanic Heritage Month is a nationwide celebration from September 15 to October 15. The monthlong celebration honors the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

Here at Fox Valley Technical College we proudly support and celebrate the Hispanic and Latino American community this month and throughout the entire year. 


To commemorate this occasion, FVTC Diversity & Inclusion Services is offering the following learning opportunities:

Locations and some event details are TBD. We will update this article as details are finalized.

Wednesday, September 20
What's the Difference: Exploring what it means to be Hispanic
Let's celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning a little more about the Hispanic and Latino/Latina/Latinx community and their beautiful traditions, tourist attractions and more.  
12:30 p.m.
Appleton Campus, Room B104

Monday, September 25
You Gotta Learn Bachata! A Bachata lesson with Vang and Izzy from Fox Valley Latin Dancers
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Appleton Campus, Room C190C

Thursday, September 28
Take a Trip: Tour Hispanic countries using virtual reality
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.  
Appleton Campus, Room A141AB

Tuesday, October 3
Hispanic breakfast – Oh Goodness! Conchas y Cafecito!! Join us for a delicious breakfast, sweet bread and coffee.
11:30 a.m.
Appleton Campus Student Life Center

Thursday, October 12
How Does Your Garden Grow? Plant your own succulent!
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Appleton Campus Student Life Center


Learn more about the Diversity & Inclusion Services office at Fox Valley Technical College >>

 

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