Online Lecture “Dia de muertos: a celebration of life”

EVENT DETAILS

 “Día de Muertos: A Celebration of Life”, hosted by the SOMOS Team, Microsoft.

Date & Time:

Wednesday, October 29

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

Guest Speaker:

Rocío Carvajal Cortes

Food Anthropologist & Mexican Culture and Gastronomy Educator.

Event Blurb:

Every autumn, Mexico blossoms with color, music, and memory as families welcome back the souls of their loved ones. Join us as we explore the vibrant world of Día de los Muertos — delving into its ancient roots, myths, and lively rituals. From colorful altars and flowers to music and traditional foods, discover how remembrance, spirituality, and conviviality transform grief into festivity. Guided by Rocío Carvajal, this event brings to life one of Mexico’s most cherished traditions — a joyful tribute to both life and death.

Format:

·      5-minute event kick-off

·      30-minute learning session led by Rocío, including illustrative slides

·      30-minute Q&A and closing discussion

Event Structure:

1.    Introduction

2.    The Meaning of Life Across Cultures

3.    What Do We Celebrate on the Day of the Dead?

4.    The Cult of the Dead in Ancient Mexico

5.    Spanish Conquest and the Birth of a New Tradition

6.    Day of the Dead at Home

7.    Altars: Portals to the Underworld

8.    Day of the Dead Across Mexico

9.    From Mexico to the World: Día de Muertos Goes Global

10. Final Reflections

11. Closing

Fee:

$280 USD

Contact:

Rocío Carvajal Cortes

Email: rocio.carvajal.cortes@gmail.com