Latin@ American Heritage Month
September 10th, 2013
OLA Bash
Come learn about the Organization for Latino@ Awareness, play games, listen to music, and discuss upcoming events. There will be food provided by La Casa. In the Kellog Center Stack at 8:00pm
Sponsored By: The Organization for Latin@ Awareness & The Office of Intercultural Affairs
September 20th, 2013
Salsa Night
Salsa the rhythmic music and dance created in the Latin cultures of the Caribbean. While its origin is disputed, it is not to be confused with the dip. Come enjoy the food, music, and dance lessons. In the Kellog Center Stack at 8:00pm
Sponsored By Union Board, The Organization for Latin@ Awareness, & The Office of Intercultural Affairs
October 10th, 2013
La Clave
A fascinating musical documentary film about the similarities between two types of music genres known as Salsa and Reggaeton. Various artists all came together with the same purpose, to discuss how two different styles of music can have so much in common and how their music is all composed under "La Clave". In Norris (101) Auditorium at 7:00pm
Sponsored By : African Carribean Student Union, The Organization for Latin@ Awareness, & The Office of Intercultural Affairs
November 2nd, 2013
National Museum of Mexican Art Trip
As part of the Day of the Dead celebration, take the opportunity to get immersed in the richness of authentic Mexican art and culture on a fun filled trip to Chicago. Whatever your background this museo will connect with you on a personal level. Please RSVP through This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by November 1st, 8am. (For people who have actively been involved with Ola. Max of 15 people.) Meet at Ferguson Lot 9:00 am
Sponsored By: Sociology, Anthopology and Criminology Department,The Organization for Latin@ Awareness, & The Office of Intercultural Affairs