HSI Week and Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month -
Hispanic Heritage Month

Our History is Your History

Texas State University observes National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 – October 15 which celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with Hispanic and Latine ancestry from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

On September 17, 1968, Congress passed Public Law 90-48, officially authorizing and requesting the president to issue annual proclamations declaring September 15 and 16 to mark the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Week and called upon the “people of the United States, especially the educational community, to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.” Our very own Texas State alumnus, President Lyndon B. Johnson, issued the first Hispanic Heritage Week presidential proclamation the same day in 1968.

Throughout the United States and the world, many communities participate in national celebrations, festivals, gatherings, conferences, and in honor of our those who fought for independence, liberty, and social justice. Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua celebrate their independence in September.

HSI Week - September 9-15, 2024
Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 to October 15

TXST has been a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) since 2011. The HSI designation itself is part of the 1992 reauthorization Higher Education Act of 1965, which was originally signed at the TXST campus by TXST alumnus, President Lyndon B. Johnson. TXST celebrates National HSI Week with a variety of events held across campuses.

HSI Week Celebration is a collaboration among faculty, staff, and students to host community conversations to heighten awareness of the important role that HSIs play in improving access to education. All community members are invited to attend and celebrate the HSI designation, academic excellence, and Hispanic culture.

San Marcos Campus

HSI Community Day

Monday, September 9, 2024
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
San Marcos Campus: LBJ Student Center Grand Ballroom

Viva TXST!

Monday, September 16, 2024
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
San Marcos Campus: LBJ Student Center Grand Ballroom

Somos TXST Noche de Baile

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Somos TXST Noche de Baile

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
San Marcos Campus: LBJ Student Center Ballroom

Round Rock Campus

Let's "SALSA" and Dance!

Mon., September 9, 2024
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Round Rock Campus: The Quad

Loteria Night!

Wed., September 11, 2024
6:00 PM 
Round Rock Campus: Avery 252

Fiesta Futbol

Thurs., September 12, 2024
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Round Rock Campus: Multipurpose Field

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Dinner & Panel

Wed., September 25, 2024
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Round Rock Campus: Room TBA

Let's Taco 'bout Stress

Thurs., October 10, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Round Rock Campus: Avery Building 204

Community Calendar of Events

HSI Community Calendar

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National HSI Week

September 9-15, 2024

This year’s National Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Week will be observed September 9-15, 2024, and also kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month. 

Members of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) are encouraged to observe the week with campus activities to heighten awareness of the important role that HSIs play in improving access to education.

Description courtesy of HACU.

  • HACU member HSIs are encouraged to observe the week with campus activities to heighten awareness of the important role HSIs play in improving access to education and advancing equity for traditionally underserved students.

    The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, founded in 1986, represents more than 500 colleges and universities in the United States, Latin America, Spain, and school districts throughout the U.S. HACU is the only national association representing existing and emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The Association’s headquarters are in San Antonio, Texas, with regional offices in Washington, D.C. and Sacramento, California. This year, HACU celebrates its 35th Anniversary since its founding. Description courtesy of HACU.net.

    Texas State University is an active institutional member of HACU.

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 - October 15

Texas State University observes National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 – October 15 which celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with Hispanic and Latine ancestry from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

     

History and Information about Hispanic Heritage Month

The US Public Law 90-48 of 1968

On September 17, 1968, Congress passed Public Law 90-48, officially authorizing and requesting the president to issue annual proclamations declaring September 15 and 16 to mark the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Week and called upon the “people of the United States, especially the educational community, to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.” Our very own Texas State alumnus, President Lyndon B. Johnson, issued the first Hispanic Heritage Week presidential proclamation the same day in 1968.

A Global Celebration of Independence

 Throughout the United States and the world, many communities participate in national celebrations, festivals, gatherings, conferences, and in honor of our those who fought for independence, liberty, and social justice. Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua celebrate their independence in September.

Countries and Dates of Independence

September 15th - Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua
September 16th - Mexico
September 18th - Chile
September 21st - Belize