"Latino Spice" Offers a True
"Taste of the Culture"
During Heritage Month

(Bluefield)—“Latino Spice,” the inaugural event in Bluefield State College’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, offers a true taste of a unique and interesting culture. The public is invited, free of charge, to the September 17, 11:15 a.m. program at BSC’s Harris-Jefferson Student Center. National Hispanic Heritage Month continues through October 15.

“This program offers attendees the opportunity to sample Hispanic-inspired cuisine and witness a lively discussion of the Latino culture,” observed Dr. Sapphire Cureg, the College’s Director of Multicultural Affairs. “We will celebrate the culture and traditions of Hispanic-origin people in the United States. With a history that stretches back beyond the founding of the country, the culture and traditions of Hispanics have long been a part of American life.”

“On September 28, a panel of students from countries including Jamaica, Haiti, and Guatemala will talk about their culture and life experiences,” Dr. Cureg continued. “Student panels are always very engaging and entertaining.” The panel discussion will begin at 11:15 a.m. in Dickason Hall.

BSC students and Dr. Sharon Carr are also centrally involved in a pair of literature/reading presentations, October 8 and October 12, beginning at 11:15 a.m. in the Hardway Library.

Individuals and organizations interested in learning from, and participating in, diversity-related activities are encouraged to contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs (telephone/304-327-4512, e-mail/ scureg@bluefieldstate.edu). “When members of the community reach out, they grow by understanding the rich heritage of other cultures in the community, she added.

September 5, 2007