Observed from September 15 to October 15 in the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes and honors the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic communities. Originally focused on Spanish-speaking countries due to their independence days coinciding with September 15th, the celebration has since evolved. Southwestern University has expanded the observance to include non-Spanish speaking Latin American nations like Haiti and Brazil, emphasizing the diversity and richness of Latinidad. This inclusive approach recognizes unique cultural contributions, languages, and histories, fostering unity, education, and a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted tapestry of Latin American cultures. 

2025 HLHM Calendar of Events

September 11, 2025

• Spanish Film Festival: Tiger (Dominican Republic) 
  
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: F.W. Olin Building, Room 105

September 17, 2025

• HLHM Kickoff Event
  
  • Time: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Location: McCombs Campus Center, Bishops Lounge

September 18, 2025

• Spanish Film Festival: 7 Weeks (Chile) 
  
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: F.W. Olin Building, Room 105

September 24, 2025

• LatinXcel X Pirate Pantry Cooking Workshop 
  
  • Time: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Location: Brown-Cody Lounge

September 25, 2025

• Spanish Film Festival: This Stolen Country of Mine (Ecuador) 
  
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: F.W. Olin Building, Room 105

October 2, 2025

• Spanish Film Festival: La Suprema (Colombia) 
  
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: F.W. Olin Building, Room 105
• LU Loteria Night
  
  • Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: McCombs Campus Center, Ballrooms

October 9, 2025

• Spanish Film Festival: We Shall Not Be Moved (Mexico) 
  
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: F.W. Olin Building, Room 105

October 13, 2025

• HLHM Staff/Faculty Lotería
  • Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Location: Lynda McCombs Ballroom

October 15, 2025

• Captain’s Academy: Loteria 
  
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Location: Howry Center

Library Displays: September 15 - October 15

The “Rostros y Almas/Faces and Souls” exhibit began in 1992 when photographer Mary Jessie Garza and co-curators Mary Visser and Lupita Barrera Bryant sought to create an exhibit that displayed the work of Latina women throughout Central Texas. The original exhibit displayed 31 photographs of the women paired with portrait descriptions. It debuted at the 1992 Brown Symposium held at Southwestern University, titled “Discoveries of America.” This campus event recognized the Quincentennial of Columbus’ arrival to the Americas.

The photographs will be on display on the second floor of the Smith Library Center.

Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month Kickoff Event 2023

Southwestern celebrated the start of Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month.