Women’s Equality: Honoring Our Progress, Continuing the Fight
On August 26 each year, our country recognizes Women’s Equality Day in honor of that same date in 1920. Find out more about this defining moment in US history.
Honoring César Chávez, an American Champion for Social Justice
March 31 is César Chávez Day, which was proclaimed in 2014 by former President Barack Obama. Today, we honor his legacy and impact.
Celebrating International Women’s Day by Embracing Equity
Wednesday is International Women’s Day. Read more about this global celebration of women’s history and the continued movements for gender equity and inclusion.
Native American Heritage Month: Honoring People Who Have Shaped Our Nation’s History
November is National Native American Heritage Month, an annual celebration of the rich ancestry and traditions of the indigenous peoples of the United States.
“Juneteenth Not Only Commemorates the Past. It Calls Us to Action Today.”
This Sunday is the first time we’ll celebrate Juneteenth as both a federal and state holiday in Colorado. It’s a day that should be recognized by all Americans.
Celebrating PRIDE: We See You and We Love You
As the world celebrates PRIDE month in June, staff and faculty at FRCC took time to reflect on what PRIDE means to us as a college community—and as individuals.
Honoring Jewish History and Heritage—in the US and Colorado
As we recognize Jewish American heritage and culture this month, it’s also time to remember the achievements of Jewish Americans right here in Colorado.
Remembering Why We Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage
The 1979 presidential proclamation that declared Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week is a fitting tribute to the contributions AAPI people have made to the US.