On behalf of the University of Minnesota Crookston, with support of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging, the planning committee offers thanks for celebrating in community with us at The Fiesta in the Spirit of Cinco de Mayo celebration this past Friday, April 22. It was wonderful to affirm the presence of our growing Hispanic community in Northwest Minnesota through the celebration of Mexican culture, traditions, and heritage.
Special thanks to The Minnesota Arts Council and the UMN campus community. We are grateful to Anna and Maria from Community Health Services of Crookston for organizing traditional Mexican children’s crafts and to Coca-Cola Beverage, Sodexo, and “Lucina and Enchilada Crew” for offering a delicious meal. Folk dance performances by Los Alegres Bailadores Dance Troupe delighted the audience. The efforts of all increased a sense of belonging and connectedness in our community, and for that, we share our gratitude.
