The main event to mark the month takes place this week with a free 5K run/walk happening Sept. 25.
Schoolcraft College will mark Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of ways to celebrate.
Recognized every year between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15, Hispanic Heritage Month honors the cultures and contributions of people whose ancestors came from places such as Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
The first big event is the Hispanic Heritage 5K Run/Walk, which will take place at noon Sept. 25 beginning at the Fitness Center. The route will take us through campus with markers throughout celebrating Hispanic heritage. While there are several paid versions that include receiving items such as a medal, physical bib and more, participation in the event is free. For those interested in participating, please sign up using this link and be sure to join the Schoolcraft College Ocelots team to log your time. Those who cannot make it to the walk can still participate by completing a 5K on their own time before Oct. 15.
In addition to the run/walk, the Bradner Library has a selection of books available to check out celebrating Hispanic heritage. These options are a great way to relax and enjoy both fiction and nonfiction offerings from Hispanic authors.
Finally, the Main Street Café will offer a few special treats the next several weeks celebrating Hispanic heritage. One will be a Alfajores cookie, a Peruvian sweet that has a dulce de leche center sandwiched between shortbread. Also for sale at the Café is a Tres leche Cake, a light cake made with several kinds of milk that gives the dessert a sweet, airy texture.
These sweet treats will join the usual lineup of items for sale at the Main Street Café inside the Vistatech Center for the next several weeks. Main Street Café is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
“Hispanic heritage is a crucial part of this country’s fabric and I’m glad we can celebrate this important month here at Schoolcraft College,” said Beth LaForest, Chief of Staff. “I encourage everyone to get involved on campus celebrating this important month.” Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off the heritage months during the academic year. Schoolcraft College will plan several events and activities for the corresponding months. More details on events will be announced in the future.