Hispanic Heritage Celebration 2014 Rockland Community College Events are free and open to the public unless noted

Tuesday, September 23
Technology Center, Ellipse
12:15 – 1:30 pm
Lecture: Our Hispanic Roots: What History Failed To Tell Us
Dr. Carlos B. Vega will discuss his latest publication wherein he establishes that the United States did not begin in 1607, nor was it confined to thirteen unsettled colonies barely occupying a minute portion of a vast continent. Instead, he sets the clock back to 1513, when the Spaniard Ponce de León landed in Florida, and carries forward well past 1776, the year of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Ten lucky attendees will win a copy of Dr. Vega’s book.

Thursday, October 2
Technology Center, Ellipse
11:00 am -12:30 pm
Presentation by Visual Artist Nicolás Dumit Estévez
Hailing from Santiago de los Treinta Caballeros, Dominican Republic, Nicolás Dumit Estévez is an interdisciplinary artist who works in performance and mixed media installations and often satirizes and critiques stereotypes of Latin Americans. Facilitated by Professor Eugenio Espinosa

Tuesday, October 7
Technology Center, Ellipse
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Film: Una Mirada a Puerto Rico
We invite you to take an awe-inspiring tour of the island of Puerto Rico, including its notable history, its architecture and stunning natural beauty seen through high-definition views from the land and the air. You will also take a vicarious stroll through the tropical jungle, El Yunque, with its magnificent waterfalls and the view from the peak of the mountains which time has not changed since the Taino Indians inhabited this region. Facilitated by Professor Josephine Tarsia.

Thursday, October 9
Technology Center, Ellipse
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Career Mosaic: Hispanic Latino Perspective
Please join us for an exciting panel discussion with successful professionals from a broad range of careers. The panelists will share their experiences, insight and advice with students and offer a unique opportunity for a question and answer exchange. Coordinated by Professors Nilda Aragones, Kathleen Carroll and Irene Deutsch

Thursday, October 23
Technology Center, Room 8322
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Book Discussion: My Beloved World, by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court, recounts her life’s journey from a Bronx housing project to the federal bench. Sotomayor offers an inspiring testament to her own extraordinary determination and the power of believing in oneself. Discussion led by Professor Mara-Lee Bierman.

Friday, November 7
Haverstraw Elks Club
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm
Hispanic Heritage Month Student Achievement Awards
Presented to RCC students at the Annual Hispanic Business Awards Luncheon in recognition of Academic Achievement, Artistic Talent, Leadership Activities, Personal Accomplishments and Athletic Successes.
By invitation only

Thursday, October 23
Student Union Room 3214
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Performance by Soprano Mónica Abrego
Ms. Abrego is one of the most important singers from Northern Mexico. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the Manhattan School of Music and is now living in New York.