Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

Join the GSSW in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated all around the world from September 15 to October 15. Why does it start in the middle of the month?  The starting date aligns with Independence Day for several Latin American countries. Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua celebrate their Independence on September 15, which is then followed by Mexico's on September 16, and Chile and Belize's on September 18. This unique timing creates a strong start to kick off a month full of Hispanic recognition and appreciation.

With a growing population of Hispanic and Latino Americans at Baylor, this rich heritage is beautifully present on our campus. The University recognizes National Hispanic Heritage Month and the theme Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America. Through special events and activities designed to provide more depth in appreciation of others, our community is strengthened by celebrations of our diversity.

Hispanic Student Association

The Hispanic Student Association at Baylor University was founded in 1987. The organization maintains an integral role on campus as it promotes diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration, and educates the community about Hispanic culture, heritage, and traditions

Mission Statement: To foster an enriching experience of the Hispanic culture, heritage, and traditions in the Baylor and Waco communities while empowering and supporting students with their personal development, and advocating for a diverse and inclusive environment.

Latinx Americans in Waco

Latinx and Hispanic Owned-Restaurants in Waco

Tune in on all Instagram accounts - @latinxcoalitionbu, @baylorma_cubtalk to stay up to date with the latest events for Hispanic Heritage Month 2023!

Words Matter

• How to Build Language Justice (Antena Aire, 2020)
• Which Term Should You Use? (Best Colleges, 2023)

Additional Resources

• Baylor Hispanic Heritage Month Activities 
• Hispanic Heritage Month
• Understanding Intersectionality and Supporting Asian Americans

Research & Education 

• Latina college students' experiences in STEM at Hispanic-Serving Institutions: framed within Latino critical race theory 
• Hispanic Heritage Month Resource Hub
• Hispanic Heritage Month
• Language is not enough: Institutional supports for Spanish speaking client-worker engagement in child welfare
• Four Hispanic Pioneers in Social Work | ICAN   
• Hispanic Heritage Month Resource Collection - Social Science Space
• “Mi’jita, What for?” Exploring Bicultural Identity of Latina/Chicana Faculty and Implications for Supporting Latinx Students in Social Work 

Reading/ Watching/Listening Opportunities

• Books to Read for Latine & Hispanic Heritage Month

• 18 movies and shows to watch on Prime Video this Hispanic Heritage Month

• New and Noteworthy Podcasts by Latinos in Public Media to Check Out Now