Latino Heritage Month will wrap up November 11 with a talk by author Lilia Fernandez on Mexicans living in Chicago.
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OLE promoting for Latino/a and Hispanic culture
The Organization of Latino/a Employees (OLE) has been in existence at Illinois State University since 1989. Formed as an affinity group for Latino/a and Hispanic faculty and staff, the group promotes cultural and social activities, supports student organizations; and assists with employee recruitment and retention.
Rosario Dawson to Headline Latino Cultural Dinner
Actress and celebrated activist Rosario Dawson will headline the Latino Cultural Dinner at Illinois State University at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Bone Student Center. In honor of Dawson’s heritage, the event will explore the music, cuisine and history of Puerto Rico. At the event, Dawson is to be interviewed by Shine on Sierra
Latino Heritage Month celebrated
Illinois State University’s Latin American and Latino/a Studies Program is joining forces with campus and community groups to celebrate Latino Heritage Month from mid-September to mid-October.