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Cultural Programs

Housed within the Thayne Center for Student Life, Leadership and Community Engagement, Cultural Programs brings students together through events that support learning, connection, and community. Our Heritage Month Events highlight the histories, cultures, and contributions of different communities and give all students the opportunity to learn about traditions and experiences that have shaped our society. These events are open to all students and create welcoming spaces to learn, share, and connect with others on campus.

Cultural programming at SLCC helps students explore new ideas, have meaningful conversations, and connect what they learn in class to real life experiences. These events are designed to be educational, engaging, and easy to participate in, helping students build community, grow their understanding of others, and feel more connected to SLCC and their peers.

Students can also bring their own creative ideas to life through the Arts and Cultural Events Grant, also known as ACE. The ACE Grant provides funding, promotion, and support to help student clubs and organizations plan and host arts and cultural events. ACE funding can be used for activities such as theater performances, art exhibits, fashion shows, music and dance events, film screenings, and other creative experiences that add to campus life and learning.

If you are interested in hosting your own artistic or cultural event, there is funding available through the Thayne Center. Check out the Arts & Cultural Events section below.

Black History Month Every February, SLCC celebrates Black excellence and the central role of Black history in shaping our community.
Womxn’s Heritage Month Womxn’s Heritage Month, celebrated each March and established nationally in 1987, honors the vital contributions of Womxn throughout U.S. history while centering Womxn and Femme experiences, both past and present.
Asian & Pacific Island Heritage Month Every April, SLCC highlights the cultures and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
Muslim Heritage Month Every July, SLCC honors Muslim cultures and contributions while fostering an understanding of Islam.
Latine/Hispanic Heritage Month SLCC celebrates the heritage and impact of Latine/ Hispanic Heritage communities through culture and storytelling. Latine/Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15–October 15 every year.
LGBTQ+ History Month LGBTQ+ History Month, celebrated each October, honors the history, contributions, and visibility of LGBTQ+ people, first established in 1994 to align with National Coming Out Day.
Native American Heritage Month SLCC recognizes Indigenous traditions, leadership, and the land we share during Indigenous Heritage Month, which occurs every November.

Arts & Cultural Events

The Arts & Cultural Events (ACE) Grant supports & promotes artistic and cultural expression, enhances student activities, and advances educational opportunities. The ACE Grant's purpose is to provide financial, promotional, and programming developmental support & implementation for artistic and cultural events at SLCC. ACE may sponsor arts & cultural programming/events that have expressions of: Theater, art or fashion shows, literature, painting, sculpture, poetry, music, dance, architecture, rituals, spirituality, and storytelling.

Click here to apply or visit our ACE website to view grant deadlines, FAQ's, and contact information for the program coordinator.