Hola Nebraska, September 5th

Hola Nebraska

05 Sep 2024 — 3 min read

Welcome to our monthly newsletter!
As we step into September, we are excited to greet a new month full of opportunities and celebrations. This month is especially significant as we celebrate Latino Heritage Month. It’s a time to honor our roots, share our stories, and strengthen our cultural ties.
Join us on this journey of celebration and discovery as we explore what makes our community unique. Happy Latino Heritage Month!
We encourage you to check us out and kindly share this with anyone who might be interested. For the articles in Spanish, you can visit this link.
Para artículos en español, puede visitar este enlace.

Fiestas Patrias Omaha 2024

Celebration of Fiestas Patrias, you can register today!

Get ready for an exhilarating celebration at the Fiestas Patrias Omaha 2024, brought to you by Casa de la Cultura! This annual festival, held on the historic South 24th Street, is a vibrant homage to Latin heritage and culture, attracting attendees from across the region. This year’s event promises an unforgettable experience with a plethora of activities that celebrate the rich cultural tapestry of Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Interested in attending? Learn more information here!

Spanish-speaking parent support group continues its pilot program

The support group for Spanish-speaking parents is called Nemilistli, after the Aztec Nahuatl word for life. (Photo by Picsea/Unsplash)

By Kassidy Arena, Senior Reporter Nebraska Public Media News

A parenting group for Spanish speakers will continue its pilot program in Fremont starting this week.

The group is called Nemilistli—after the Aztec Nahuatl word for life. The Latino Center of the Midlands created it as one of their Pathways to Success programs.

Continue reading here!

Perfumería Boricua ribbon cutting!

University of Nebraska in Lincoln and University of Nebraska in Omaha students concerned with closure of diversity resources

*The University of Nebraska-Lincoln administration office sits on city campus. (Photo by Jolie Peal/Nebraska Public Media News)*

By Jolie Peal, Reporter Nebraska Public Media News

The University of Nebraska campuses in Omaha and Lincoln are dissolving offices focused on diversity. Many students on both campuses are concerned about the closures.

The Association of Students of the University of Nebraska, or ASUN, is the student government representation at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In its first meeting of the semester, the student representatives went into closed session to discuss the university’s decision to close the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

Continue reading here.

Gloria Zarza Shines Bright with Gold at Paris 2024 Paralympics

Gloria Zarza Guadarrama born in 1984 in Zinacantepec, Mexico has made this past September 2nd history by winning the gold medal in shot put at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Competing in the F54 category, which includes athletes who sit while competing due to disabilities like spinal cord injuries, Zarza's incredible performance has made her a standout star.

Continue reading about Zarza's inspiring story here!