October Virtual Display #1: Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month
Clark College student library worker Rebekah Semrau assisted in the creation of this post.
Mid-September to mid-October is Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month! This month we recognize and celebrate contributions by the Latinx and Hispanic American communities. To learn more about the history of Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, check out the official website, run by the Library of Congress.
Clark College Libraries is using both “Hispanic” and “Latinx” with an understanding that not everyone feels represented by one term. While “Latinx” is used in many academic settings as a way to be inclusive of all genders, we recognize that there is some debate around using that term. More information about this topic can be found here and here.
Follow the links below to check out some ebooks, videos, articles, and other digital resources. To access ebooks click the link next to “Get It Now At:” and sign in with your lab username and password. Some may have a link at the top of the page that says “Check for full text” instead. Non-library resources do not require a Clark Labs account.
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Other Resources
Articles
5 Action-Oriented Ways To Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month
“Make the most of this month to learn as much about diverse Latinx cultures and communities as you can — and bring that energy with you through the rest of the year. Exploring the difference between “Latinx” and “Hispanic” is a good place to start. From there, you can tune into the work of local Latinx arts organizations near you, or donate to U.S.-based groups dedicated to preserving Latinx cultural heritage. If you’re a Spanish speaker, you can sign up to be a poll worker this coming Election Day and serve as an interpreter for Spanish-speaking voters. And if you want to mix education with advocacy, you might want to hop into the Latinos in the South virtual conference.”
11 Latinx Therapists & Mental Health Experts To Follow On Instagram
“Representation in the mental health field matters. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 20% of Latinos with symptoms of a psychological disorder will talk to their doctor about it, and only 10% will reach out to a mental health professional. In 2013, only around 5% of psychologists in the U.S. identified as Hispanic, an increase from decades prior.”
15 Latino Activists You Should Know And Read About
“For Hispanic Heritage Month, we asked Latino writers and thinkers to share the one Latino activist they think more people should know about. We told them their choice could be someone who was born here or someone who lived primarily in a Latin American country but influences Latino communities in the United States today.”
Latinx Heritage Month: More Than One Word, More Than One Heritage
“As we mark the start of Latinx Heritage Month, HRC is proud to celebrate the cultures, contributions and resilience of Latinx, Hispanic and Latino-identified communities around the world.”
“Erasure and Resilience: The Experiences of LGBTQ Students of Color, Latinx LGBTQ Youth in U.S. Schools is one of a series of reports on LGBTQ students of color that examines the school experiences of Latinx LGBTQ youth.”
Understanding Latinx College Student Diversity and Why It Matters
“As Latinx postsecondary enrollments increase, understanding this population of students could cultivate more inclusive campus climates that enhance student success. Although often treated as a monolithic group in comparison to other racial groups, the Latinx population is remarkably diverse. Similar to another blog in this series on Pan-Asian student classifications, understanding the heterogeneity within this minoritized group can help colleges and universities intentionally serve Latinx students and promote their advancement.”
What Is Hispanic Heritage Month and Why Do People Celebrate It?
“Hispanic Heritage Month is a period meant for recognition, education, and celebration, similar to Black History Month in February, or LGBTQ Pride in June. And you can expect to see Latino celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez, Bad Bunny, Shakira, Maluma, Ricky Martin, Marc Anthony, Eva Longoria, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor pay tribute to those who came before them. But how do we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, and why is it recognized in the first place? Here’s some essential facts to know.”
Websites
Hispanic Heritage Month – NPS Celebrates! (US National Park Service)
“From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet National Park Service and other Department of the Interior staff as we share our heritage and get just a small taste of the immense diversity of the Hispanic and Latinx experience. Take advantage of this time set aside to learn something new about the many flavors of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage!”
“mitú engages our audience through a Latino POV across multiple platforms. our inspiration is “the 200%” – youth who are 100% American and 100% Latino. we reach a massive, cross-cultural audience who will soon be the majority of youth in the U.S. Latinos are key to unlock the power of american youth. mitú saw the future first. we started a company 5 years ago inspired by this change. we can help you ride this wave better than anybody else by being the only digital first media company powered by technology that empowers and gives voice to young latinos.”
National Hispanic American Heritage Month 2020
“National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. During this month and throughout the year, the National Park Service and our partners, share history, heritage, and accomplishments of Hispanic and Latino Americans of past and present.”
Videos and Podcasts
Join NPR’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration : NPR Extra
“Hispanic Heritage Month starts today and goes until October 15. Some of our podcasts have special programming during this month and we also have two curated playlists you can access from your preferred mobile device. Many of these podcasts feature Latinx stories all year long, not just from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Check them out and check out this space for more updates throughout the month.”
“LATINO AMERICANS is the first major documentary series for television to chronicle the rich and varied history and experiences of Latinos, who have helped shape North America over the last 500-plus years and have become, with more than 50 million people, the largest minority group in the U.S. The changing and yet repeating context of American history provides a backdrop for the drama of individual lives. It is a story of immigration and redemption, of anguish and celebration, of the gradual construction of a new American identity that connects and empowers millions of people today.”
“Celebrate the rich diversity of Latino arts and culture in this documentary showcase. Produced by Latino Public Broadcasting, VOCES is PBS’ signature Latino arts and culture documentary showcase and the only ongoing national television series devoted to exploring and celebrating the rich diversity of the Latino cultural experience.”
Featured Image Photo Credit: hispanicheritagemonth.gov
