Wednesday, October 1
Nelson Dining Hall – OHIO Cooking Concept (Nicaragua Themed)
Pork Chicharrones
Gallo Pinto
Fiesta Rice
Fried Plantains
Mexican Street Corn on the Cob
Hispanic Heritage Month 2025
September 15 - October 15, 2025
Hispanic Heritage Month
Everything is Possible
This theme represents the "spirit of innovation, resilience, and unity that define the Hispanic experience". The theme also expresses values, optimism, and the understanding that Latinos can and will do everything.
Why We Celebrate
is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 to recognize and uplift the contributions of those of Hispanic descent and celebrate Hispanic culture. This year’s celebration is centered around driving prosperity, power and progress, recognizing the diversity amongst the Hispanic population, while working to build prosperous and healthy communities.
ÃÛèÖÊÓƵ proudly recognizes National Hispanic Heritage Month through education, programming, and celebration. We aim to uplift those of Hispanic heritage within our community throughout the monthlong celebration and yearlong.
Upcoming Engagement
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Culinary Offerings
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Culinary Offerings
Friday, October 3
West 82 – Hot Bar (Tour through Cuba)Ropa Vieja
Fricase de Pollo
Tostones
White Rice
Arroz CongrÃ
Cumin Roasted Vegetables
Caramel Flan
Cuban-Style Salad with Mojo Dressing (tomato, avocado, red onion, and cilantro tossed in a delicate citrus mojo dressing) -
Alden Library Latin America Collection
The Libraries collect books, journals, videos and microfilm/fiche materials covering Central America, South America and the Caribbean. While resources are available for all Latin American nations, the holdings are more robust for Central American nations, the Spanish-speaking Caribbean, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Cuba, and Puerto Rico. More about the collection >
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International Conversation Hour
Join every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. in Gordy 113. Everyone is welcome.
Hispanic Heritage Month Events
Friday, October 3
11:00 AM — 2:00 PM
Tuesday, October 7
7:00 PM
Athena Cinema
Our Community
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we invited members of our OHIO community to share what their Hispanic identity means to them.
Alyssa Cruz, Third-Year Student
Lauren Staigers, Second-Year Student
Chris Medrano Graham, Director of SFL
Maria Segui Irizarry, Second-Year Student
Our Accomplishments
Read some spotlights on members of the OHIO community with Hispanic backgrounds:
Let your voice be heard! Participate in the 200 year anniversary celebration of John Newton Templeton by telling us your story and adding to the community quilt. Get Involved