Students swarmed the dance floor, many of hispanic descent and many not, all moving their bodies to the beat of hispanic pop songs. La Habana Night was held at the Taphouse October 4th. The event was hosted by Late Night Elon and the Latinx Hispanic Union in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Students attending the event were met with the lively sounds of music, dancing, and chatter. The Taphouse was covered in lights and glow sticks. Hispanic foods such as yuca and empanadas were served. La Habana night encapsulated the warm and welcoming culture of Latino celebrations everywhere.
Sophomore Howard Chi enjoyed the event. “It really highlights the culture that we have between Hispanics and the music, the dancing, the camaraderie between friends and family. It’s just huge,” Chi said.
According to the University Fact Book just over six percent of Elon undergraduate students identify as Hispanic Americans. Hispanic Heritage month celebrates the culture that connects millions of latino people from all over the world.
When asked what Hispanic Heritage Month means to him, a first-year student from Argentina, Brian Segovia, said, “Being a Hispanic member here at Elon, I think it's very important to highlight your history, know who you are, and how you identify. If you highlight Hispanic Heritage Month, you're highlighting part of the United States and I think that's important.”
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15.