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The ACC Library's Celebrating Día de los Muertos Virtual Display is a tribute to the rich cultural significance and traditions surrounding this time-honored celebration. Library Services is recognizing the unique cultural expressions of our campus community and the deep-rooted heritage many of our students and faculty share. The selections in this display highlight the history, customs, and artistic expressions of Día de los Muertos, with a special focus on honoring ancestors and the role of this tradition in Mexican and Latin American cultures. Explore resources that delve into the symbolism, rituals, and cultural impact of this meaningful celebration.

• Ascender: Ascender is a year-long (Fall to Spring) free academic transfer-mentor program at ACC, dedicated to empowering students through a distinctive blend of transferable-contextualized classes with smaller class sizes, personalized mentoring, engaging cultural and academic events, and a designated advisor who will help the students navigate their first year of college.

• Latin American Cultural Center: The Latin American Cultural Center (formerly known as Latino/Latin American Studies Center, also known as “El Centro”) is ACC’s interdisciplinary center supporting Latine/x and Mexican American studies. It strives to increase knowledge of the culture, history, and contribution of the Latine/x community in Austin and Central Texas.

• Add the Cultural Connections in Teaching and Learning calendar to your Google Calendar to stay informed about upcoming culturally relevant events at ACC.

• Planning a cultural celebration of your own? Submit your event here to be included in upcoming Cultural Mosaic websites!

Whether we partake in celebrations of spiritual or religious nature, or we are merely spectators on celebratory occasions that mark special days throughout the year, the broad-reaching impact of these cultural traditions and rituals can provide a cause or purpose to join others in like-minded, meaningful, and self-fulfilling work that links us in belonging. (TLED BLOG)

Day of the Dead is a long term tradition, full of color and significance for Mexicans.  A tradition that has transcended, breaking borders and gaining the attention of people worldwide. (English Subtitles - YouTube Video by Google México)

Dia de los Muertos aka the day of the dead is officially upon us! Take a look at the beautiful rituals and celebrations for this unique holiday. (The Day of The Dead  - YouTube Video by Ovation)

In the U.S. and around the world, the Day of the Dead, a holiday celebrating those who have come and gone before us, has become increasingly popular. It has also inspired a colorful art exhibit in Manhattan. (YouTube Video by Reuters)