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Miami, FL – Considering Miami Dade College’s (MDC) track record for enrolling more Hispanic students than any other educational institution in the nation, it is no wonder that the month of October would be any less exciting for the students, faculty, staff and community. This month, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, MDC’s eight campuses will host an exciting array of events including lectures, exhibitions, live performances, food tastings, and more. Most of the events are free unless otherwise noted and are open to the public. Some events may require advanced registration.

Here are some highlights from this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month events:

Mon., Oct. 17 – Noon

Did You Know? Home Remedies, Herbs and Medicinal Practice of Our Culture

Dr. Cindy Cork and Teresita Pedraza will lead a panel discussion on Hispanic culture and the health field. Refreshments will be served.

Medical Center Campus, 950 N.W. 20th St. – Student Life Lounge, Room 1163 – 305-237-4213

 

 

Tues., Oct. 18 – 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Breaking the Cycle

Hosted by Professor Jeffrey Miranda, this interactive presentation will educate students on health risks faced by Hispanics. Fitness trainers and nutritionists will offer demonstrations for healthy living.

Homestead Campus, 500 College Terrace – Room F222 – 305-237-5065

 

Thurs., Oct. 18 – 10 to 11:30 a.m.

The Cycle of Immigration

This interactive seminar by the Florida Immigration Coalition is sponsored by Center for Community Involvement.

InterAmerican Campus, 627 S.W. 27th Ave. – Room 401 – 305-237-6163

 

Thurs., Oct. 20 – 6 to 6:55 p.m.

Core Values of Hispanic Culture

This discussion, hosted by Professor Jesus Cabrera will compare and contrast core values in Hispanic and American cultures. Examples will be offered on how they reinforce each other and sometimes conflict, producing cultural clashes.

West Campus, 3800 N.W. 115th Ave. – Room 1101 – 305-237-8904

 

Thurs., Oct. 20 – Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Latin Jam: Jazz vs. Palo

Latinos have made outstanding contributions to American music through Latin jazz, which gets its unique sound from the use of the clave, conga, timbale and guiro. Palo, on the other hand, evolved from vudu’s music in rural and ceremonial settings, and is now a more mainstream form of music that is even played in dance clubs. Come and hear the difference.

North Campus, 11380 N.W. 27th Ave. – Building 4, Breezeway – 305-237-1250

 

Thurs., Oct. 20 – 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Presentation by Jesus Capo, Chief Financial Officer, El Dorado Furniture

Come learn all about the largest Hispanic-owned furniture retailer in the country, which uses a unique business model that has produced double-digit revenue growth.

North Campus, 11380 N.W. 27th Ave. – Room 2151 – 305-237-1250

 

Thurs., Oct. 20 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Pedro Pan: A Panel Presentation

Members of the Operation Pedro Pan, Inc., return to the Kendall Campus to share personal experiences of the exodus that began in 1960 from Cuba to the U.S. Listen to their first-hand accounts and learn from this interactive presentation and discussion. A question-and-answer segment will follow the discussion.

Kendall Campus, 11011 S.W. 104th St., - Room 6120 – 305-237-2321

 

Thurs., Oct. 20 - 6 p.m.

Yes Institute: LGBT Issues in Hispanic Families

Guest speakers from the YES Institute will share stories and answer questions about gender and sexual orientation topics within the Hispanic community,

Hialeah Campus, 1776 W. 49th St., - Pavilion – 305-237-8736

 

Fri., Oct. 21 – 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Cuban America, the Republic of Miami: A Country within a Country, the Cuban-American Story

A detailed look into the complex experience of Cuban-Americans offers new insight through commentary and varying perspectives as shared by a range of Cuban-American residents of Greater Miami.

Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. Second Ave. – Student Life Multipurpose Room – 305-237-3536

 

Monday, Oct. 24 – 9 to 9:50 a.m.

Cuban America, the Republic of Miami: A Country within a Country, the Cuban-American Story

Documentary filmmaker Adelin Gasana discusses his work on Cuban-Americans.

InterAmerican Campus, 627 S.W. 27th Ave. – Room 401 – 305-237-6163

 

Tues., Oct. 25 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Picasso and His Women

Join us for this original work, which retells some of the defining life experiences of the world-renowned icon and great Spanish artist Pablo Picasso, along with the many women who influenced his works. This presentation is sponsored by New World School of the Arts and the Department of Arts and Philosophy.

Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. Second Ave. – Wolfson Auditorium, Room 1261 – 305-237-3536

 

Tues., Oct. 25 – 8:25 to 9:40 a.m.

Pedro Pan Panel Presentation

Come and learn about the Pedro Pan Operation that began in 1960. Panel members from Pedro Pan Operation, Inc., will share their fascinating insights and experiences about this important historical event.

North Campus, 11380 N.W. 27th Ave. – Room 2158 - 305-237-1250

 

Tues., Oct. 25 – 9:50 to 11:05 a.m.

Are You Hispanic, Latin, Latino(a), or Other?

Learn about the different terms and the history behind them in this discussion sponsored by the Department of Social Sciences.

Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. Second Ave. – Room 3208-3209 - 305-237-3536

 

Thurs., Oct. 27 -11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Future of Hispanic Children

In this symposium hosted by Dr. Marlene Groomes, panelists will discuss the future of Hispanic children in this country and law-making decisions designed to accommodate their ever-changing needs.

Homestead Campus, 500 College Terrace – Room F222 - 305-237-5065

 

For more information about MDC’s 2011 Hispanic Heritage Month Events, please contact the respective campuses hosting the events or visit http://www.bluetoad.com/publication?i=84030

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