Monday, September 12

HSI T-shirt Give Away for Law Students

8:00am - 5:00pm

Law School Office for Student Life Suite 103

Hosted by: School of Law

Stop by the Office for Student Life for free HSI T-Shirts for law students.

 

HSI Week Kick Off Mercadito

11:30am - 1:30pm

Picnic area north of the main library

Hosted by: Office of Institutional Diversity

The “Mercadito” (little market) will feature complimentary food, drinks, and music from 11:30 – 1:30 as the opening event of HSI Week.  Representatives of various TTU departments and services will have tables at the event to promote their resources and services to attendees.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be relocated to the SUB Ballroom.

 

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Exhibit

Sept 12 - Oct. 17th

University Libraries, Croslin

Hosted by: University Libraries

Exhibit showcasing TTU Hispanic Faculty/Staff & Student organizations; TTU Hispanic Faculty published books.

 

Tuesday, September 13

Pan Dulce y Café

8:00am - 10:00am

Law School Forum 

Hosted by: School of Law

Stop by the Forum from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. for Pan Dulce y Café 

 

A Night of Latin Jazz

7:30 PM 

Hemmle Recital Hall at the School of Music 2624 18th Street

Hosted by J.T. and Margaret Talkington College of Visual and Performing Arts 

The concert celebrates the multiculturalism of Latin American music in association with jazz. This combination highlights a diverse realm of expressions: from the 1940s Cubop craze mastered by Chano Pozo and Dizzy Gillespie to the bossa nova of the 1950s and 1960s, showcased, for example, by João Gilberto and Stan Getz, the broad Latin jazz denomination establishes cross-cultural fertilization between musical cultures in the Americas. The diversity of genres and cultural identities is significant as it enriches the perception of the audiences regarding distinct jazz expressions contained in the music of Cuba, Brazil, countries of Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico, enriching our community. 

 

Wednesday, September 14

Defining Servingness in Practice at Hispanic Serving Institutions with Dr. Gina Ann Garcia

9:00am-10:30am

Frazier Alumni Pavilion & Zoom

RSVP FOR COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST

Hosted by: Office of Institutional Diversity, Office of the President, Office of the Provost, and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Gina Garcia, associate professor in the department of Educational Foundations, Organizations, and Policy at the University of Pittsburgh, who will speak about “Defining Servingness in Practice at Hispanic Serving Institutions.” 

Dr. Garcia is also the author of Becoming Hispanic-Serving Institutions: Opportunities for Colleges & Universities (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2019) for which she won the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education Book of the Year Award in 2020 and the editor of the book Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Practice: Defining “Servingness” at HSIs (Information Age Publishing, 2020).

The keynote address will be followed by a Q&A and book signing. 

This event is open to the TTU and TTUHSC communities.

For a complimentary breakfast, please RSVP below.

If additional accommodations are needed, please contact diversity@ttu.edu.

For more information visit depts.ttu.edu/diversity/HSIWeek/Hispanic_Serving_Institution_Week.php

Zoom Link

 

Importance of History, Culture & Heritage w/Dr. Levario & Dr. Sanchez

12:00pm-1:00pm

University Library, Croslin

Hosted by: University Libraries

Dr. Miguel Levario & Dr. Aaron Sanchez, History, will discuss importance of Hispanic/Latinx/Chicana/o/x history, culture, heritage, and influence. Open to TTU & LBK community.

 

Panel Discussion on the History & Benefits of Being an HSI

12:00 PM

Law School Lanier Auditorium 

Hosted by School of Law

Panel discussion at 12 p.m. in the Lanier Auditorium on the history and benefits of being an HSI. Lunch will be provided. 

 

Thursday, September 15

Lunch & Mariachis

12:00pm

Law School Forum

Hosted by: School of Law

Stop by the Forum for lunch and live Mariachi music at 12 p.m.

 

SIGMA DELTA PI HOSTS 2022 LUBBOCK SPANISH DAY CELEBRATION

Chapter Alpha Phi of Sigma Delta Pi will host a forum for the celebration of Lubbock Spanish Day on Thursday, September 15. A panel of highly qualified professionals will explore how their knowledge of the Spanish language has led them to become professionals in their respective careers. The three speakers specialize in a variety of areas, including school administration, law, and politics. The goal of this panel is to draw attention to the huge impacts of the knowledge of Spanish on professional careers and give the audience a chance to hear the experiences of ambitious, high-achieving speakers. How has being bilingual or multilingual affected their ability to network with like-minded individuals? How has their knowledge of the Spanish language contributed to their success? Questions like these will guide panelists in sharing the relevance of the Spanish language in professional arenas. Panelists may explore what being a professional means to them and how they connect the Spanish language to their daily life.  There will be a discussion after the presentations during which the audience will be able to ask questions and comment on the topic.

Please email texastechsigmadeltapi@gmail.com if you need more information.

Zoom information:

https://texastech.zoom.us/j/91357922279?pwd=dy9jTWFVbjJLNC9KTmh0ekFNa08vQT09     

Meeting ID: 913 5792 2279

Passcode: 620035

 

 

El Grito Celebration

7:00pm-9:00pm

Urbanovsky Park

Hosted by: Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Office of Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Celebrate and honor the start of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with performances, food, and dancing at El Grito! El Grito honors the legacy of Mexico's declaration of independence from Spain while sharing the history of independence from 19 other Latin American countries. There will be a flag presentation, representing each Latin American country, along with 'El Grito' to end the evening.For more information, visit https://www.depts.ttu.edu/diversity/elgrito.php

 

 

Friday, September 16

Raspas y Aguas Frescas 

11:00am-1:00pm

Law School Front Law

Hosted by: School of Law

Stop by and enjoy Raspas y Aguas Frescas (snow cones and fresh Mexican juices) outside on the law school lawn from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

 

 

Saturday, September 17 -  September 18

World Cup Soccer League Tournament

Hosted by: One World, Hispanic Student Society and College of Arts & Sciences

Soccer Tournament any student/group can join! Winning team receives $150 cash and a trophy!

 

Monday, September 19

Misinformation and Disinformation of Covid in Hispanic Communities in West Texas

11:30am - 12:30pm

Architecture Room 906

Hosted by: University Libraries

Lucinda Holt, COMC, will speak on the Knight Foundation Grant on Misinformation and Disinformation of Covid in Hispanic Communities in West Texas. Event is open.

 

Tuesday, September 20

Conversations with the Next Generation

4:00pm - 5:00pm

SUB Escondido Theatre

Hosted by: First-Generation Transition & Mentoring Programs

Through a Q&A style, CWNG invites First-Gen faculty, staff and graduate students to reflect on their experiences as First-Gen students and share advice with the next generation of First-Gen Red Raiders. 

 

Hechandole Ganas: Your Voice 

5:30pm - 8:00pm

YWCA on University - 6501 University Ave

Hosted by: Latino(a) Hispanic Faculty & Staff Association (LHFSA), YWCA, & Hispanic Student Society (HSS)

Panel discussion on the struggles of sometimes being the only Hispanic/Chicano/a/Latino/a/x in the room of an organization, business, committee, or board. Examples on how to work through the impostor syndrome, be a stronger voice, what is the meaning of belonging. How do we empower each other, how can we show how important our voice is and how do we do it with Ganas. Open to LBK & TTU Community - limited space avaliable (must preregister via link).

Wednesday, September 21

Chef Adán Medrano Discussion & Live Cooking Demo

2:30pm - 4:00pm

Human Sciences 169

Hosted by: College of Human Sciences Hospitality & Retail ManagementDiscussion on Native American Roots of Texas Mexican Culinary heritage & live cooking demo with sampling and book signing.

Chef Adán Medrano Dinner & Book Signing

5:00pm

Skyviews Restaurant - 1901 University Ave - 6th Floor

Hosted by: College of Human Sciences Hospitality & Retail Management

For tickets & more information

 

Thursday, September 22

Dream Ally Training

2:00pm - 3:15pm

Hosted by: First-Generation Transition & Mentoring Programs and Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Through a Q&A style, CWNG invites First-Gen faculty, staff and graduate students to reflect on their experiences as First-Gen students and share advice with the next generation of First-Gen Red Raiders. 

 

Monday, September 26

UNDER ARMOUR CAREER BLITZ

5:00 – 7:00pm

Student Union – Matador Room (227)

Hosted by: UNDER ARMOUR LATINO ALLIANCE

Connect with leaders UA Latino Alliance to learn about our business
and gain insight into unique career paths and skillsets. These leaders
will share their experience on navigating the Corporate landscape and
how they contribute to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We will give an overview of the brand, host a career panel, and share
information on our Rookie Program. Join us for light refreshments and
an opportunity to network with our team after the session.

Click here to register!

 

Tuesday, September 27

Race, Ethnicity & Diasporas in the Hispanic Landscape

12:00pm - 1:00pm

The Black Cultural Center

Hosted by: University Libraries

Dr. Leslie Sotomayor, WGS,and Dr. Sara Guengerich, CMLL, will reflect on their research and courses taught w/respect to Latinx, Afro-Latinx, & Indigenous communities.

 

Blaxicans

6:00pm - 7:00pm

The Black Cultural Center

Hosted by: The Black Cultural Center

Dr. Miguel Levario will be discussing the issues of identity within the Black Mexican and Mexican American community. 

 

 

Wednesday, September 28

Hispanic/Latinx Student Organization Fair 

11:00AM - 1:00PM

SUB North Plaza

Hosted by: Student Involvement and Center of Campus Life

 

Thursday, September 29

Conversations with the Chicana/x Latina/x Working Group - Don't be Self Conchas

12:00pm - 2:00pm

 University Library, Makerspace & Zoom

Hosted by: University Libraries & Chicana/x Latina/x Working Group

Come join the Chicana/x Latina/x Working Group as we collaborate with the University Libraries' Makerspace. We will be creating a concha (shell) plushy, have conversations about our conciencia and how we see ourselves.

ZOOM LINK

 

Meet the Program Officers - Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) Programs

12:30 AM - 1:30 PM

ZOOM

Hosted by Office of Research Development & Communications (ORDC) 

Please join us for "Meet the Program Officers – Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) Programs" with Richard Gaona from the Department of Education.

Through this series you will learn about specific Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) programs and best practices while engaging with Program Officers from several funding agencies. Each webinar will provide a Q&A opportunity discussing questions submitted via the following RSVP link https://bit.ly/RichardGaona.

The first discussion will be held on Thursday, September 29th from 12:30 - 1:30 via Zoom. 

For future discussions regarding this series, please visit the Office of Research Development & Communications (ORDC) events page at www.depts.ttu.edu/research/ordc/events-workshops/. 

ZOOM LINK

 

Monday, October 3

Frida Kahlo: An Illustrated Life by Maria Hesse

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Sponsored By: Texas Tech University College of Education, Universities Libraries, & Humanities Center
Co-Sponsors: Texas Tech University English Department, History Department, Honors College, Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Women's and Gender Studies, Eastern Illinois University Honors College Western Governors University

ZOOM LINK

 

An Evening of Latin American Piano Music

7:30pm

Hemmle Hall, School of Music, 2624 18th St.

Hosted by J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts

Filled with exciting pieces from his Latin background, to include the musical styles of Cuban dances, Argentinean tango and Mexican danzon, this special concert will introduce the recently named Dean of the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts (TCVPA), Dr. Martin Camacho, in his debut performance at Texas Tech University.

The evening event will also feature special guests including Latin Grammy-nominated pianist Adonis Gonzales, and Fabio Augustinis, assistant professor of practice in Commercial Music and Jazz Studies. The program will include works by Ponce, Ruiz Armengol, Piazzolla, and Marquez.

“This concert is a musical offering from me to the students, faculty, university community and Lubbock community.  I am passionate about my art, and this is a small token of appreciation sharing music that is dear to my heart,” said Camacho. He is looking forward to not only sharing his personal passion for music with students, staff, faculty and alumni of Texas Tech, but also with the community at large. “The TCVPA has been, and will continue to be, one of the main doors of the university into the community.  Engaging and brining the university arts expression into the community is part of our identity and commitment.”

As the new dean of the J.T. & Margaret Talking College of Visual & Performing Arts, Camacho believes that the collective wisdom of the faculty, staff, students and community, is wiser than the ideas that he alone can bring to the table, and is looking forward to many more opportunities to interact with one another to create the next path of success for the college.

Admission is free and open to the public.

 

Thursday, October 6

Dream Ally Training 

2:00-3:15 pm

Zoom 

REGISTER HERE

Hosted by: First-Generation Transition & Mentoring Programs and Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Dream Ally Training is designed to educate attendees on terminology, concepts, policies, and resources associated with immigration, DREAMers, undocumented students, and students with a mixed status family; and share TTU and community resources that can help this community.

 

Friday, October 7

 

 

Monday, October 10

Hispanic/Latinx Group Read

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Hosted by: University Libraries and Humanities Center

 

Thursday, October 13

Hispanic/Latin Townhall

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hosted by: SGA Hispanic Caucus

Talk about issues relating to the Hispanic/Latin student body

 

Friday, October 14

Second-Class Daughters: Black Brazilian Women and Informal Adoption as Modern Slavery

2:00pm

The Black Cultural Center

Hosted by: CMLL, History, Sociology/Anthropology, and Political Science, and the Black Cultural Center 

Dr. Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman will hold a book launch for her latest book Second-Class Daughters: Black Brazilian Women and Informal Adoption as Modern Slavery on October 14, at 2pm, at the Black Cultural Center. For more information on her and her latest book visit, https://drhordgefreeman.com/

 

Monday, October 17

Hispanic/Latinx Group Read

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Hosted by: University Libraries and Humanities Center

 

Tuesday, October 18

El Universo Violento y la Revolución de la Astronomia Multimensajero by Dr. Davide Lazzati

7:30pm

Science Building Room 7

Hosted by: Department of Physics and Astronomy, in partnership with Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures

Si miramos el cielo todas las noches, parece siempre igual, inmutable. Sin embargo, si usamos un telescopio, nos damos cuenta de que no es asi. Cada noche nuevas estrellas aparecen, otras desaparecen, algunas se vuelven más brillantes, otras cambian de color. Aunque estos cambios puedan parecer sutiles y mínimos para nuestros ojos, son causados por fenómenos violentos y explosivos. Nuevas formas de observar el Universo que se han desarrollado en los últimos años nos permiten comprender estos eventos transitorios. Esas incluyen detectores de ondas gravitacionales y telescopios de neutrinos. En esta charla, vamos a discutir y comprender estos fenómenos transitorios, lo que revelan la nuevas estrategias de observación, y cómo los astrofísicos pueden obtener información en la física de sistemas en el universion que han sido remotos y elusivos.

If we look at the sky every night, it appears always alike, immutable. However, if we use a telescope, we realize that it is not so. New stars appear every night, other disappear, some get brighter, other change color. While these changes may seem subtle and minimal to our eyes, they are often caused by violent and explosive phenomena. To help us understand these elusive events, new ways of observing the Universe have been developed in the last few years, such as gravitaitonal waves and neutrino telescopes. In this talk, we will discuss and understand these transient phenomena, what the novel observational strategies reveal, and how astrophysicists can get insight in the physics of systems that are so remote and elusive.

The Spanish-language lecture will be subtitled in English and all are welcome to attend. 

 

Monday, October 24

Hispanic/Latinx Group Read

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Hosted by: University Libraries and Humanities Center

 

Wednesday, October 26

 

Thursday, October 27

 

Saturday, October 29

Familia's de Tech

1:00pm - 4:00pm

TTU Museum

Hosted by: Hispanic Student Society (HSS), Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and College of Arts and Sciences

The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is hosting a Family Weekend experience. This is a great opportunity to engage with current Red Raider students and families from Hispanic, First-Generation, and Pell-Eligible backgrounds. Elements of the event include delicious Mexican cuisine, music, and activities.