Michael Alexander, Chancellor | University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Michael Alexander, Chancellor | University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (UW-Green Bay) is set to celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15, beginning with the "Estamos Aquí" festival this weekend. The outdoor event will feature live music, art, and a car show. Last year, the festival attracted over 8,000 attendees.
Approximately 9% of UW-Green Bay’s student population identifies as Hispanic/Latinx, a figure that has grown steadily over the past decade. Chancellor Michael Alexander expressed enthusiasm for the celebration: “We are excited to honor the rich Hispanic/Latinx culture found in our region and within our community,” he said. “I encourage everyone to attend Estamos Aqui on Saturday and experience this amazing event. Then, come back for one or more of the activities happening this month to learn, celebrate and contribute to the events occurring across the region.”
Campus leaders at UW-Green Bay have collaborated with Organización Latino Americana (OLA), faculty, staff, students, and community members to organize a variety of programs recognizing Hispanic/Latinx history, culture, contributions, and presence in the United States and local community.
Highlighted events include:
- **Estamos Aquí**: Saturday, September 14 from 3 – 10 p.m. at The Weidner. This free outdoor festival will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, art, food, and more.
- **Camanita de Aves – Celebrando la Semana de Conservacion Latina // Bird Walk – Celebrating Latino Conservation Week**: Saturday, September 21 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve in Suamico. This guided bilingual bird walk will teach participants about local birds. Family-friendly activities will follow.
- **UWGB Women’s Soccer Game**: Thursday, September 26 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Aldo Santaga Stadium on the UW-Green Bay campus. The game will feature live music by Los Locales starting at 6 p.m.
- **Cena de Estrellas! A Night of Culture, Cuisine and Community**: Thursday, October 24 from 5 – 7 p.m. at University Union Phoenix Rooms on the UW-Green Bay campus. This evening will include a keynote speech by Juan Durazo and performances by SOL Baile Folklorico along with diverse Latin American cuisine.
For additional information about these events or other inquiries related to Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month celebrations at UW-Green Bay, contact the Student Engagement Center at (920) 465-2720.
About UW-Green Bay
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay serves approximately 10,300 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students annually along with around 85,000 continuing education learners. Offering over 200 academic degrees across four campus locations in Northeast Wisconsin since its establishment in 1965, UW-Green Bay emphasizes bold thinking and educational growth.
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