Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States. It is celebrated annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
To commemorate the month, Lamar University’s Hispanic Society is teaming with the Latino Medical Student Association to host Loteria Night at 6 p.m., Oct. 8, on the Dining Hall lawn.
“At Loteria Night, LMSA is in charge of games and is ready to educate students with medical terms in a fun way,” Vicky Longoria, Hispanic Society vice president, said. “We also want to play a few rounds of Simon Says with a twist, and there should be great prizes to give out.”
Loteria is a traditional Hispanic board game that is like bingo but with Spanish words, Longoria said.
“Instead of numbered balls, it is played with a deck of cards with pictures on it, it is supposed to help beginners get familiar with basic Spanish words,” she said.
President Diana Resendez said the Hispanic Society’s mission is to embrace and educate students at Lamar to learn about the Hispanic and Latino culture.
“We hope students will give our organization a try and come join in on the fun,” she said. “We want to celebrate our ancestry and just offer a friendly community for people to socialize and have fun. Come as you are and enjoy our vibrant culture with us.”
For more information, visit Lamar Hispanic Society on LU Hub or on Instagram @Lamar_HispanicSociety.
