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Programs and Events

History and Heritage Months

The Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub recognizes nine national History/Heritage Months. Educational opportunities for each month range from lectures, activities, panels, training opportunities and more. Each month is planned by a committee of faculty, staff, students and K-Hub staff. Additionally, each month has an opening celebration held as close to the first day of the celebration month as possible.

If you have ideas or would like to be a part of the planning committees for any of the months, email inclusion@siue.edu for more information!

Black Heritage Month (February)

In collaboration with various academic departments, The K-Hub offers programming that acknowledges and honors the contributions made by Black, African and African Americans in the United States and abroad.

The 2025 Black Heritage Month Opening Celebration will be held on February 3, 2025, in the Maple/Dogwood Room of the Morris University Center, 2nd Floor.

Wom*n's History Month (March)

The K-Hub offers programming that acknowledges and honors the contributions made by wom*n in the United States and abroad. The programming also aims to inspire and encourage all individuals that identify as a wom*n to strive for academic and cultural excellence at SIUE.

The 2025 Wom*n’s History Month Opening Celebration will be held on March 3, 2025 in the Mississippi/Illinois Room of the Morris University Center, 2nd Floor.

Celebrate Diversity Month (April)

The month of April is dedicated to highlighting and celebrating the diversity that makes our world beautiful. These events serve as a reflection of the similarities and differences that challenge us to appreciate the value of other cultures and the impact it has on our society. The K-Hub ensures multiple layering of identities are discussed throughout the month.

Arab American Heritage Month (April)

The K-Hub offers programming to acknowledge and honor contributions made by individuals of Arab descent in the United States and abroad. Events will include lectures, celebrations and performances. Some programming will highlight the struggles and issues Arab and Arab Americans continue to face in society.

Jewish American Heritage Month (May)

In collaboration with campus partners, the K-Hub offers programming to acknowledge and honor the history and contributions of Jewish people in the United States and abroad. Programming has included lectures, celebrations and commemorations.

Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi American Heritage Month (May)

The K-Hub offers programming to acknowledge and honor the history and contributions of people of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American (APIDA) descent in the United States and abroad. Programming has included lectures, celebrations and dialogues.

Click here to learn more about APIDA

Hispanic/Latin@/x Heritage Month (September 15-October 15)

The K-Hub offers programming to acknowledge and honor the contributions made by individuals of Latin descent in the United States and abroad. Events will include lectures, celebrations, performances, and dialogues.

LGBTQIA+ History Month (October)

The K-Hub offers programming to acknowledge and honor the contributions made by members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Some events will highlight the struggles and issues LGBTQIA+ students continue to face in society. Additionally, the K-Hub works collaboratively with the SIUE Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA) to hold an event specific to the National Coming Out Day. The campus Safe Zone is also a collaborator on events for the month.

The 2024 LGBTQIA+ History Month Opening Celebration will be held on October 1, 2024, in the Mississippi/Illinois Room of the Morris University Center, 2nd Floor.

Native American/Indigenous Heritage Month (November)

The K-Hub offers programming to acknowledge and honor the history and contributions of Native American and Indigenous descent in the United States and abroad. Programming has included lectures, celebrations, and dialogues. The Native American Studies program at SIUE often collaborates and supports this month’s events.

The 2024 Native American/Indigenous Heritage Month Opening Celebration will be held on November 1, 2024, in the Goshen Lounge of the Morris University Center.