麻豆传媒

Latino Heritage Month 2024

Buscando El Paraiso: El Sol Sale Para Todos
(Seeking Paradise: The Sun Rises For All)

Calendar of Events

Study Abroad: Costa Rica
Monday, Sept. 9, 12 - 2 pm
Rincon Latino (Coleman Hall 1150)
Learn about studying in Costa Rica from a representative from La Universidad Veritas 

Brenda Cardenas: Poetry
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 4 pm
Doudna Lecture Hall 
Listen to poetry written by guest speaker Brenda Cardenas

El Mercadito: LHM Kick-Off

Friday, Sept. 13, 4 - 7 pm
South Quad
Come celebrate the flag raising, dancing, and enjoy various Latin foods sold by student organizations

Corazon de Poeta: Poetry Readings
Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 5 - 7 pm
Rincon Latino (Coleman Hall 1150)
Read poetry from different Latin artists

El Voto Latino: Info Session
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 6 pm
Charleston/Mattoon Room MLK Union
Open discussion and informational session about voting

Playa Saturno: Field Day
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 5 pm
Library Quad
Play games, get know others, create a community at our student mixer!

Tu Voto, Tu Voz: Voter Registration Tabling
Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 11am - 1pm
Doudna Overhang
Use your voice and register to vote!

Para La Cultura: Talent Night
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6 pm
MLK Jr. Union, 7^th Street Underground
Showcase your talent, preform a piece of literature, song, dance, etc. showcasing the Latino culture!

La Zona: Latino Jeopardy
Thursday, Oct. 24, 6 pm,
Booth Library, West Reading Room
Play some jeopardy and win some prizes!

Grupo Bella: Ensemble
Saturday, Oct. 26, 7:30 pm
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Dvorak Concert Hall
Enjoy the musical stylings of a multi-faced ensemble that showcases a mix of mariachi music and other Latin roots.

Los Candidatos 2024: Who is Running?
Wednesday, Oct.30 at 6pm
MLK Jr. Union, Charleston/Mattoon Room 
Learn and discuss about the 2024 Presidential candidates

Un Tailgate Sin Ti: Family Weekend
Saturday, Nov. 2, 11:30 am | Football Game, 2 pm
Tent City Behind O'Brien Field
Bring the family down and enjoy a tailgate and game with friends!

Lo Que Construimos: Alumni Panel
Monday, Nov. 4, 6 pm
Rincon Latino (Coleman Hall 1150)
Learn from fellow EIU alumni of their experience and how they got to where they are post-graduation!

Vuela, Vuela: Study Abroad
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 5 pm
Rincon Latino (Coleman Hall 1150)
Learn about studying abroad! DACA and Advance Parole Friendly! 

Dia De Los Muertos: Awards and Recognition Night
Saturday, Nov. 16, 6 - 10 pm
MLK Jr. Union, Grand Ballroom
Celebrate the accomplishments of 麻豆传媒, faculty, and staff that have helped in the empowerment of the Latino Community! Ofrenda Exhibit and Academic Recognition!