UC Merced Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month!
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated nationally from September 15 to October 15 and recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to history, culture and advancement.
As a designated Hispanic-Serving Insititution, UC Merced is committed to supporting the next generation of Latinx scholars and providing opportunites for them to be successful here at UC Merced and beyond.
Hispanic/Latinx students make up over 50% of our student population, and on this page you will find resources as well as links to stories and upcoming events that celebrate the rich Hispanic/Latinx history and culture.
Why Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month?
What is a Hispanic-Serving Institution?
A Hispanic-Serving Institution, or HSI, is a federally-designated institution of higher learning that has a full-time equivalent enrollment of undergraduate of at least 25% Hispanic students. This designation enables institutions to apply for critical funding to support student success, innovation, and institutional transformation.
How Hispanic-Serving Institutions Are Increasing Opportunity for Community College Transfer Students (Inside Higher Ed)
“Students, particularly in a tight-knit community where being close to home to help support their families is often a consideration, find they can still attain a culturally informed and industry-inspired world-class education,” said UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz.
Seal of Excelencia
In 2021, Excelencia in Education recognized UC Merced for its commitment to intentionally serving Latinx students and for demonstrating positive student outcomes with the Seal of Excelencia. Excelencia in Education is a national organization devoted to the advancement of Latino student success in higher education. Learn More
News
Director of UC Merced's Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education Awarded 2022 Outstanding Latina Woman
Director of UC Merced's Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education, or CARE, Yesenia Curiel was awarded Outstanding Latina Woman by the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for 2022. Each year, Merced County's Hispanic Chamber of Commerce honors outstanding Latina women who demonstrate a true commitment to service and compassion.
Yesenia was nominated by Merced community members and was one of three women chosen to receive the award on the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15/22). Yesenia also received recognition from the city of Merced, Senator Anna Caballero, Senator Adam Grey, Senator Alex Padilla, Congressman Jim Costa, and California's Attorney General Rob Bonta at this event.
Upcoming Events
News
UC Merced Community and Labor Center Receives Historic $6.5 Million Award
The UC Merced Community and Labor Center (CLC) has received a historic multimillion-dollar award to continue its mission of conducting research and educating the public about low-wage work, immigrant and workers' rights, workplace health and safety, among other issues. Read more
Career and Professional Development
Cafe Y Carreras: Hola Event
Lenovo is looking for passionate, driven individuals who want to make an impact in a fast-paced global technology environment.
This session will feature the opportunity to network and converse with early-career professionals and the HOLA Employee Resource Group.
HOLA (Hispanics of Lenovo Association) was launched in October 2017. HOLA focuses on empowering, developing, and advancing the next generation of Lenovo leaders of Hispanic/Latino descent. It facilitates roundtable discussions led by executive sponsors, giving employees an opportunity to share their experiences around networking, professional development, and work/life integration. HOLA also hosts an annual diaspora multicultural event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in September.
For more information and to Register please visit: https://ucmerced.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1086580. This is an external employer-hosted event. Please see Handshake for more details.
Wellness Panel: Hispanics At Work Follow Event
Date: October 5, 2022 - 4:00pm
For more information and to register visit https://ucmerced.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1135662. This is an external hosted employer. Please visit handshake for more details.
Join UC ANR in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
Members of the new UC ANR Latinx & Friends Affinity Group will hold their first official meeting and have planned celebratory events throughout the month. All UC colleagues are invited to participate!
UC Merced Library
The UC Merced Library has an extensive collection of materials that cover the works of Hispanic and Latinx authors. Here you'll find an introduction to library resources, research, & information related to U.S. Latinos/Latinxs/Hispanics & Latino heritage.
View UC Merced Library Resources
News
Campus Leaders Travel to Mexico to Help Launch Climate Change Initiative
“As a world-class research and Hispanic Serving Institution, we are excited for UC Merced to be part of this opportunity that will build an exchange pipeline to create binational linkages for the next generation of leaders from both countries,' said UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz. Read More
