Welcoming Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
As we proudly enter another vibrant Hispanic Heritage Month, Riverside City College is excited to present a dynamic array of events reflecting Hispanic/Latinx culture's richness and diversity. From captivating art displays to interactive workshops and thought-provoking discussions, our campus will come alive with celebrations honoring the invaluable contributions of the Hispanic community.
Hispanic Heritage Month offers us an opportunity to celebrate and recognize and reflect on the profound influence of Hispanic culture on our society, history, and everyday lives. At RCC, we embrace our role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), taking pride in fostering an inclusive environment where diversity thrives, and cultural understanding flourishes.
This year, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating Hispanic culture’s powerful legacy of creativity, resilience, and achievement. Together, we will share stories, explore heritage, and strengthen the connections that make our campus a vibrant hub of cultural exchange.
Let’s make this Hispanic Heritage Month a memorable celebration of learning, inspiration, and unity. Join us as we honor the richness of Hispanic culture and continue to build a community where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Welcome to a month of festivities and cultural appreciation at Riverside City College!
A Full Month of Events
9/15 - 10/15 - Digital Library Latinx Heritage Month Display
Explore the deep impact of Latinx culture and history in the United States at our special exhibit in the Digital Library. Featuring historical artifacts, images, and stories, this gallery celebrates the enduring contributions of Latinx communities: Learn More
9/19 - Lowrider Car Show
10 am - 3 pm
Mine Okubo Ave.
Cruise by the RCC Low-Rider Car Show, where we honor the artistry and history behind
this iconic Latino tradition. Enjoy free L.A.-style hotdogs (while supplies last)
as you take in the display of these classic vehicles.
9/19 - LHSS Presents: Mexican Independence Fiesta
10 am - 4 pm
Music-104
Join us as we celebrate Mexican Independence and Central American Independence in
style! This is your chance to unwind, connect, and immerse yourself in a vibrant cultural
experience filled with music, food, and fun.
9/23 - Machinery Workshop and Movie Screening of Coco
5:45 - 8 pm
Digital Library 221
Join us for a fun and educational evening at our Machinery Workshop followed by a
heartwarming screening of the beloved animated film Coco!
9/24 - UPRISING: Poesía de la Gente (An Open Mic Event)
12:50 - 2:30 pm
Digital Library, 2nd Floor
Join us for a powerful poetry and open mic event, “UPRISING: Poesía de la Gente,”
featuring Alma Rosa Azul, a Chicana spoken word poet. Experience the vibrant voices
of the community as they share stories of resilience, identity, and culture through
spoken word.
9/26 - Loteria Game
12:50 - 2 pm
BLCIS lounge area
Join us for a lively Hispanic Heritage Month celebration with a Lotería game inside
the BLCIS lounge, where you can enjoy fun and cultural connections!
10/2 - Therapy Lux with Jackie Garcia
12:50 - 2 pm
Hall of Fame
RCC welcomes @TherapyLux, Jackie Garcia, a therapist and social media influencer who
is working to break the stigma around mental health in the Latino community. Learn,
engage, and support this crucial conversation.
10/3 - Jose Medina
12:50 - 1:50 pm
Music - 104
State Assemblyman Jose Medina will discuss his work advocating for California Latino
communities. This event highlights his leadership and how policy impacts local Latinx
populations.
10/8 - Movie Screening of Coco
Noon - 2 pm
Tech A - 107
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special screening of Coco, a heartwarming
film that beautifully explores Mexican culture and the tradition of Día de los Muertos!
10/14 - Latinx Mixer
4 - 6 pm
CAADO Rooftop
Network and celebrate Latinx heritage with RCC’s Latinx Mixer. This event brings together
RCC students, faculty, and the Riverside community for an evening of conversation
and collaboration.
10/15- Julissa Arce
12:30 - 2 pm
Hall of Fame
Don’t miss the keynote speech by Julissa Arce, a nationally recognized author, speaker,
and social justice advocate. Her powerful message will inspire and challenge us to
continue the work for equity and inclusion in education and beyond!
10/19 - Latino Book Fair & Hispanic Heritage Celebration
10 am - 4 pm
RCC Campus
Enjoy storytelling sessions, traditional Baile Folklórico performances, and delicious
food from a local taco truck. This family-friendly event brings the community together
to honor the richness of Hispanic heritage through books, music, and dance.