This year, NCC celebrated Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by making altars and enjoying food. The Latinx Student Association place tables around the campfire and has lights up all around the area. A fire kept students warm as they enjoy conchas.
The Latinx Student Association
On Nov. 2, Día de Los Muertos was celebrated from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Jefferson Patio. The Latinx Student Association hosted a bonfire. Students could decorate their own alters with marigold flowers, sugar skulls, a candle and mason jars with decorations inside.
“Día de Los Muertos is special to us because it allows us to celebrate and honor the lives of our loved ones who have passed in a way that is distinctive to Latin America: with lots of color, food, and music, ” said the team at the Latinx Student Association.
They also had the option to paint their mason jars. Students could also try conchas (sugared bread) and Pan de Muerto (dead bread).
“It’s a great event to see students and get some food! I’m excited to try Pan de Muerto,” said Julie Concepcion, ’24.
Day of the Dead history
Día de Los Muertos, The Day of the Dead, is a part of LatinX and Hispanic culture. It’s a place where people honor and celebrate the life of those that have since passed and the living. Many families celebrate by putting up Ofrendas, which is an altar. On them, they add food, drinks and photos of their deceased family. The first-day is Día De Los Innocentes, All Saints Day. It is meant to celebrate and mourn the loss of children. Although many believe the holiday is the Mexican version of Halloween, it is very different, as it’s seen more of a time of reflection for these families.
