Diez y Seis [Event Review]

Today, St. Edward’s celebrated Diez y Sies de Septiembre, Mexican Independence Day, with an event to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month. The festivities began at noon, featuring performances by the Ballet Folklorico and the Mariachi Relampago.

Tex-Mex cuisine was served, and attendees were invited to participate in a grito competition. The competitors included both St. Edward’s students, and a pair of participants from Dawson Elementary School. Crowd participation was high, and audience members were particularly vocal in cheering for the young boys.

The sounds of the mariachi radiated through campus, and the bright decorations put the crowd in the mood for merriment. The traditional dances and music had a joyous and authentic feel, at least from an outsider’s perspective.