Crafton Hills College Students Celebrated Dia de Los Muertos
Publish Date: Nov. 1, 2023
Faculty and students at the Dia de Los Muertos celebration.
At an event on Nov. 1, organized by English professors Andrew Guevara, Ashley Hayes, and Isidro Zepeda, students assembled a vibrant and colorful ofrenda, or altar. The ofrenda was adorned with marigolds, candles, and personal mementos and photograph.
Student poets and spoken word artists took to the stage, sharing powerful and evocative pieces that paid homage to the themes of life, death, culture, and remembrance. Although centered around death, Dia de Los Muertos is a celebration. Students gathered to play loteria, the traditional Mexican game of chance. A face- painting station was also set up for students to have their faces adorned with sugar skull designs and floral motifs. Everyone enjoyed music, food, laughter, and dancing.
Crafton Hills College is known for its commitment to fostering diversity and cultural appreciation.
Celebrating Dia de Los Muertos allowed students to come together to honor and celebrate the cherished Mexican tradition.
