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Vocabulary and grammar are the foundation of language learning. But what good is learning a language like Spanish if you aren’t able to engage with the many cultures behind it? Reading the news in Spanish can help you stay tapped into current events while expanding your vocabulary and refining your reading skills. Whether you prefer to read, watch, or listen, there are plenty of options for Spanish-language news sources. We’ve made a list of some of the biggest and best to help you find your new favorite. Of course, reading the news can’t replace learning with a dedicated language program.…
Hispanic news sites are as diverse as the U.S. Hispanic population itself. These sites may be Spanish, English, or bilingual. They may focus on specific Latino communities in the U.S., broadly cover all of Latin America, or focus on breaking news in Spanish. No matter the language or areas of coverage, they all offer diverse voices telling the stories of millions in the U.S. and throughout the Americas. As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15-Oct. 15, we are taking a look at some of the best sites for reading and understanding these stories and the…
“Latino” and “Hispanic” have long been the most prominent terms used to describe people in the U.S. with roots in Latin America and Spain. But over the last several years, “Latinx” has become a de-facto gender neutral alternative to Latino and Hispanic, according to a new study by race and ethnicity researchers. Despite the increased awareness of the term among Latinos — 47% have heard of it — only 4% or 1.9 million people use “Latinx” to describe themselves, an increase of 1 percent since 2019, according to the study by the Pew Research Center. “’Latinx’ is more broadly known…
There are over 65 million Americans of Latino descent in the U.S. — and their immense diversity is as wide and representative as America itself. In a year of political polarization fueled by a presidential election, we’re marking Hispanic Heritage Month by focusing on 10 Americans who have received major recognition or seen their work and influence grow in 2024. While they do vastly different work, they all have one thing in common: Their Latino heritage proudly informs their expertise and their outlook — as well as their commitment to making things better. Liza Colón-Zayas: TV’s unforgettable character (and now Emmy winner!) When…
UND will host its second Biennial Multicultural Conference for Belonging and Inclusion on Oct. 7 and 8 at the Memorial Union. First hosted in 2022, its purpose is to bring students, faculty, staff, community members and social activists together to discuss how to advance belonging and inclusive practices in teaching, research and service. The conference is free for all UND students, faculty and staff. Scholars and students alike are encouraged to submit symposia, papers and posters along the conference themes, but all presentations contributing to belonging and inclusion in education are welcome. The deadline to submit proposals is Sept. 13. Further information is available…
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Hispanic Heritage Month is all about celebrating diversity within the community and one local real estate group is looking to celebrate just that. Tonight, Kellar Williams hosted their third annual Hispanic Heritage Month party, but they are hoping to do more than just display Hispanic culture. Tonight’s event was not just a celebration of Hispanic culture but a way for people to help support diverse families right here in the Ozarks. While food, games, and entertainment lined Kellar Willams Hispanic Heritage Month party, Maria Galgano, a realtor for Kellar Willams believes it is an opportunity to do…
STAUNTON — The 35th annual African-American Heritage & Multicultural Festival is happening this weekend, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Sept. 21-22 at Gypsy Hill Park bandstand in Staunton. Founded in 1989, the festival is the longest-running celebration of its kind in western Virginia. The day’s celebration includes music and entertainment, ethnic foods, community organizations and arts, crafts and activities for children. Groove to the music Saturday Praise & Worship Sunday
Purchase this photo from Pic Store : 372568 Multicultural Affairs Minister Ingrid Stitt has announced that grants of up to $50,000 are available through a new round of the MFE Program and Regional Multicultural Festivals and Events Fund to host festivals and events that promote and celebrate cultural diversity and foster inclusivity for all Victorians. Applications in this round will support festivals and events held between January 1, 2025 and June 30, 2025. Applications are now open and close on October 25, with submissions from rural and regional communities, and new and emerging communities with recent humanitarian needs prioritised. Ms…
The African, Latino, Asian and Native American (ALANA) Student Leadership Conference, Sept. 16 to 21, provides events that prioritize teaching multicultural student leaders ways to extend their voices across campus for a better Oswego community. This year’s ALANA conference aligns with the start of Latin American Heritage Month, Constitution Day and precedes Inauguration Week for SUNY Oswego’s President Peter O. Nwosu. The theme for the conference of “Our Culture, Our Voice, Our Community, Our Vote” unites the multicultural organizations putting the conference together. “There’s a great mixture this year of brand new programs that are happening in moments that may never…
Each year, National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the histories, cultures, contributions, and influence of those from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Multicultural Center and others around Clemson University will celebrate with a wide range of events throughout the month. For more information, contact Roneshia Dennison at [email protected] or 864-656-7625. More events will be announced on September 25. Dinner Night with Latinos Unidos September 17 at 6:30 p.m. at El Jimador Viejo — Central, SC Join Latinos Unidos at Clemson University and the Clemson Spanish Professional Society for…