Hispanic Heritage Month begins Sept. 15, celebrating the rich history, cultures, traditions and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the country. Lone Star College System will celebrate the month with a variety of events and activities across its campuses and centers.
“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor and recognize the rich cultures, traditions and contributions that strengthen our communities and make Lone Star College System a more vibrant and welcoming place to learn, work and succeed,” said Melissa N. Gonzalez, Ph.D., LSC-Kingwood president.
LSCS invites students, employees and community members to the following Hispanic Heritage Month events:
Sept. 16
Hispanic Heritage Month Games and Activities: LSC-Conroe Center | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | CC 105
Philosophy Goes to the Movies and Mexican American Studies Present “Stand and Deliver”: LSC-CyFair | 3:30-6 p.m. | CASA 110
STEMos Juntos: LSC-Tomball | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Commons, C211 – Science First Success Center
The History of the Piñata & Make Your Own Piñata: LSC-Kingwood | 12:30-1:20 p.m. | SCC 108/109
Walk It Like I Taco-It: LSC-Houston North Fallbrook | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Campus Lobby
Sept. 21
America 250: The Mexican American Civil Rights Movement: LSC-Tomball | 2-3 p.m. | LSC-Tomball Community Library
Sept. 22
A World Cup Talk: The History of the World Cup and its Connection to Latino America: LSC-Kingwood | 12:30-1:20 p.m. | APA 119
Sept. 30-Oct. 2
Creating Panamanian Molas: LSC-Atascocita Center | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | AC 125
Oct. 3
Cy-Fest Festival: Hispanic Heritage Zone: LSC-CyFair | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Oct. 6
Spoken Word: Nuestra Voice: LSC-CyFair | 6-7:30 p.m. | Center for the Arts Recital Hall
Taco 'Bout It Tuesday: LSC-Houston North Victory | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Rooms 132/134
Canciones de las Américas: LSC-Kingwood | 12:30-1:20 p.m. | SCC
Oct. 8
Nacho Average Thursday: LSC-Houston North Fairbanks | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Room 107
Oct. 14
LASO Latin Night: Una Noche Bajo Las Estrellas: LSC-CyFair | 4-8:30 p.m. | Conference Center 151-153
Lone Star College System will host additional Hispanic Heritage Month events and activities throughout fall 2026. Visit Events.LoneStar.edu for the latest information on Hispanic Heritage Month activities and a complete list of other LSCS events.
About Lone Star College System
With 100,000 students and counting, Lone Star College System provides transformational educational opportunities that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to be.
Under Chancellor Mario K. Castillo, J.D., the System’s priorities are guided by its strategic plan, which focuses on financial resilience, academic excellence, talent development, and bridges to prosperity. Lone Star College System has eight main campuses and more than 20 locations in the Houston area. Learn more at LoneStar.edu.
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