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ACC honors Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 with a series of events and activities. All events are free and open to the community. Please check back here throughout the month as more opportunities are added.<\/p>\n

Learn More About Hispanic Heritage Month<\/h2>\n

Discover documents, exhibits, films, blog posts, and more from the National Archives and Presidential Libraries that highlight Hispanic culture. Visit the National Hispanic Heritage Month website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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2025 Hispanic Heritage Events<\/h2>\n
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Juntos We Make History!<\/a><\/p>

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Join us for Juntos We Make History, a special networking event kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating two major milestones\u2014 El Centro\u2019s 30th anniversary and Ascender\u2019s 10th anniversary!<\/p>\n

Date:<\/strong> Friday, September 12, 2025
Time:<\/strong> 5:00 \u2013 7:00 p.m.
Location:<\/strong> ACC Highland Campus, Building 4000 (1st Floor) – Map<\/a><\/p>\n

Open to students, faculty, staff, and ACC alumni!<\/p>\n

During the event, we will highlight the impactful experiences of students involved in Ascender and El Centro. Through meaningful conversations, resource sharing, and inspiring stories, this event will showcase ACC\u2019s commitment to fostering student growth, leadership, and professional success.<\/p>\n

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Loter\u00eda Lunch with Student Life<\/a><\/p>

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Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Time:<\/strong> 11:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM
Location: <\/strong>ACC Riverside Campus, Student Life Lounge – Map<\/a><\/p>\n

Join El Centro and Student Life for an afternoon of fun, food, and community! Enjoy a nacho bar while playing loter\u00eda for a chance to win El Centro and Student Life swag.<\/p>\n

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Cine at El Centro: Victims of Sin<\/a><\/p>

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Date:<\/strong> Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Time:<\/strong> 12:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM
Location:<\/strong> ACC Riverside Campus, El Centro – Map<\/a><\/p>\n

Experience a classic from the Golden Age of Mexican cinema with a screening of Victims of Sin. Join us for this cultural showcase \u2014 and yes, there will be free pizza!<\/p>\n

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Cafecito con The Tiarras<\/a><\/p>

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Date: <\/strong>Friday, October 10, 2025
Time: <\/strong>TBD
Location:<\/strong> ACC Riverside Campus at El Centro – Map<\/a><\/p>\n

Grab a cafecito and join us for an inspiring conversation with The Tiarras, a local Latina rock band. Hear their stories about growing up in Austin, navigating the music industry, and their time at ACC.<\/p>\n

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Cine Event: The Windigo<\/a><\/p>

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Date:<\/strong> Monday, October 13, 2025 (Indigenous People’s Day Observance)
Time: <\/strong>TBD
Location:<\/strong> ACC Riverside Campus,  El Centro – Map<\/a><\/p>\n

Celebrate Indigenous People\u2019s Day with a special film screening of The Windigo, directed by Cuban American filmmaker Gabe Torres. This powerful film explores an Indigenous horror legend and invites reflection on cultural storytelling.<\/p>\n

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The Necessity of Truth<\/a><\/p>

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The Necessity of Truth: A Contribution to the National Day of Racial Healing (2022) is a bilingual (Spanish and English) publication that features artwork and interviews by Central and South Texas artists who explore themes of racial healing, social justice, and cultural awareness.<\/p>\n

Lead Author and Editor: <\/p>\n

Peter Louis Bonfitto<\/p>\n

Director of Art Galleries and Exhibition Programming, The Art Galleries (TAG) at Austin Community College<\/p>\n

Digital Preview<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sponsors<\/h2>\n

Hispanic Heritage Month events at ACC are sponsored by the college\u2019s El Centro\/Latin American Cultural Center <\/a>and ASCENDER<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Questions? Please contact elcentro@austincc.edu<\/a> or ascender@austincc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

ACC Talks Hispanic Heritage Month<\/h2>\n

Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, ACC asks inspiring and accomplished faculty, staff, and students about their culture, traditions, and accomplishments. Read their interviews<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Subscribe to the Google Calendar<\/h2>\n

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring events and activities that highlight the rich culture and contributions of the Hispanic community. Stay updated on all the upcoming events by subscribing to our Cultural Connections for Teaching & Learning Google Calendar.<\/p>\n