Latinx Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, stands as a powerful tribute to the rich contributions, traditions and histories of Latinx communities. During this month-long commemoration, the College of Education sheds light on the multifaceted dimensions of Latinx heritage in the EdTerps community.
Read more about the experiences and work of Latinx faculty, students and staff in
- 5 Questions with Delida Sanchez, associate professor of counseling psychology
- 5 Questions with Yvette Lerma Jones, doctoral candidate in student affairs concentration
- A Grand Challenges Grant Q&A with Sophia Rodriguez, associate professor in urban education specialization
To help celebrate Latinx Heritage Month, Latinx EdTerps shared book and movie recommendations, as well as on-campus organizations and local restaurants to support throughout the month and beyond.
On Campus Organizations
UMD Latinx student programs
UMD Latinx employee association
Book, Movie and TV Recommendations
Books:
“Finding La Negrita” by Natasha Gordon-Chipembere
“I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter” by Erika Sánchez
“When I Was Puerto Rican: A Memoir” by Esmeralda Santiago
Movies and TV Shows:
“Coco”
“Dolores”
“Encanto”
“Hamilton”
“In the Heights”
“Like Water for Chocolate”
“Maria Full of Grace”
“Real Women Have Curves”
“Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse”
“The Horror of Dolores Roach”
“Under The Same Moon”
“Underwater Dreams”
“Wednesday”
“West Side Story”
Educational Resources
Commonsense (K-12 resources for Latinx Heritage Month)
National Latinx Psychological Association
Restaurant Recommendations
Arepas Pues (Venezuelan/Cuban/Colombian)
8555 Fenton St
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Cocineros (Latin American)
3513 East-West Hwy
West Hyattsville, MD 20782
El Sabor Latino (Salvadorean)
509 South Cherry Grove Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21401
Pollo Granjero (Peruvian, Mexican, Salvadorean)
1401 University Blvd E
Hyattsville, MD 20783
