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Culture Couture | 7 P.M. | The ShackThis marvelous fashion show will display ensembles representative of different cultures.

The audience is sure to be exposed to not only various styles of cultural dress, but also their

significance. Join us for fashion, food, and fun! Sponsored by the Multicultural Center.

Latin@s in STEM Panel | 5 P.M. | Ketcham Auditorium - Engineering BuildingThis panel will feature members of the Latin@ community who are doing work in the STEM field. It will not

only be educational, but beneficial to all who are interested in learning how to navigate the STEM field as a

Latin@ or underrepresented identity. Sponsored by the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.

Justice for Berta and Beyond: The Fight Against Impunity and Corruption in Honduras 7 P.M. | Arts & Sciences Room 113

The 2009 military coup in Honduras has cemented the nation as a hotbed of human rights abuses.

Martín Fernández, the National Coordinator of the Movement for Dignity and Justice, will discuss this

organization’s work and how the U.S. contributes directly to the ongoing crisis. Co-sponsored by

MU Voz Latina, Cambio Center, Peace Studies, and the Multicultural Center.

Join us for this annual event that recognizes Latin@ culture and heritage. This is an

opportunity for the Latin@ community to not only share it’s culture with others

but to be proud of who we are! Sponsored by MU Voz Latina.

Centro Latino de Salud First Friday of the Month Dinner | 6-8 P.M. | Centro Latino - 609 Garth Ave.

Support an amazing community organization in our very own town of Columbia.

Centro Latino’s monthly dinner fundraisers are not only delicious but a fun way to connect

with others in the Columbia community! Sponsored by Centro Latino.

The issues Latin@ people face when it comes to health disparities and accessing health care are very unique. Join us for an informed discussion on trends and themes that exist in different Latin@

communities as it relates to health. Sponsored by the Association of Latin@ American Students.

Casos de Salud/Cases of Health in the Latin@ Community | 7 P.M. | Multicultural Center

El Grito | 7 P.M. | Kuhlman Court (Rain Location: Multicultural Center)EL Grito de Dolores, which translates to “the cry of Dolores”, is known as the cry and recognizes

independence for Mexico. This event will celebrate that independence as well as provide context

to the history of El Grito! Sponsored by the Association of Latin@ American Students.

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10Latino Family Picnic | 12-5 P.M. | Hulen Lake Shelter House

Open to MU faculty, staff, students, and the Columbia community. MU Voz Latina will

provide a main dish. Please bring a side dish from your country, region, or culture.

Music, dancing, games, and activities for adults and children. Sponsored by MU Voz Latina.

It’s About HER, Not About Hair | 6 P.M. | Multicultural CenterJoin us as we discuss hair textures in women of color communities and the various stigmas

and connotations that shape experiences. Co-sponsored by the Multicultural Center,

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. & Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.

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7Celebrando Nuestras Culturas/Celebrating Our Cultures | 2-5 P.M. | Boone County Courthouse Plaza OCT.

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