VIVA begins Hispanic Heritage Month

Programs to include films, discussion on immigration and closing dinner

Sophomore Michael Mora-Brenes, vice president of Latin-American cultural club VIVA, speaks at the opening dinner for Hispanic Heritage Month. Sophomore Rosa Escobar, president, stands alongside. Photo by Spenser Hickey
Sophomore Michael Mora-Brenes, vice president of Latin-American cultural club VIVA, speaks at the opening dinner for Hispanic Heritage Month. Sophomore Rosa Escobar, president, stands alongside. Photo by Spenser Hickey
Sophomores Cajsa Ohlsson and Aletta Doran talk during the dinner, which also included music and instructions in traditional dance and a group performance of the Macarena. Photo by Spenser Hickey
Sophomores Cajsa Ohlsson and Aletta Doran talk during the dinner, which also included music and instructions in traditional dance and a group performance of the Macarena. Photo by Spenser Hickey

Hispanic Film Series Schedule

All films will be shown in the Benes Rooms of Hamilton-Williams Campus Center from September 18 to October 2.

“7 Cajas” (Seven Boxes) – Sept. 18 at 6:30 p.m. Country: Paraguay.

“Arrugas” (Wrinkles) – Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Country: Spain.

“Un Cuento Chino” (Chinese Take Away) – Sept. 29 at 6:30 p.m. Country: Argentina.

“También La Lluvia” (Even the Rain) – Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Countries: Spain, Mexico, France.

“Pan Negro” (Black Bread) –Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. Country: Spain