Welcome to Move & Learn — a culturally informed UTM Moves campaign highlighting unique ways our community can celebrate significant cultural milestones, heritage months, and awareness days through physical activity. Explore our infographics below to discover the history behind these dates, their importance to our campus, and how you can get moving today!
Latin Heritage Month, in the month of October, celebrates the countries of South America. Learn more about Latin America and their styles of dance, like Salsa and Bachata (offered at UTM) through the link below.
Diwali is a major religious festival that celebrates the victory of light over darkness. Learn more about Diwali, South Asian styles of Dance, and Yoga (classes offered at UTM) and its benefits through the link below.
Movember grows awareness for men's health issues during the month of November. Learn more about the multiple physical and mental health issues that men face, and resources on campus through the link below.
UTM Moves Month is a campaign designed to inspire campus community to get active, connect, and move for wellness. Learn more about the campaign, the benefits of physical activity, and the programs available with UTM Moves.
Lunar New Year is an event that marks the start of the lunisolar calendar celebrated across Central and East Asia. Learn more about the celebration, the benefits of martial arts, and the various events UTM has about it.
Black Mental Health Week kicks off on the first Monday of every March and highlights the impact of racism on mental health. Learn more about the event and the variety of inclusive programming available at UTM.
International Women's Day celebrates the individual and collective contributions of women and gender diverse people every year on March 8. Learn more about the health of female-identifying individuals and inclusive programming available at UTM
Ramadan is the ninth and holiest month of the Islamic Lunar Calendar. Many muslims engage in fasting from food and drink from sunrise to sunset as an act of worship during this time. Learn more about keeping healthy during the month of fasting.
Pride Month, occurring in June, is a time to commemorate, celebrate and an opportunity to express support for 2SLGBTQ+ rights worldwide. Learn more about the impacts of inclusivity and the multiple programming at UTM that encourages confidence.
Disability Pride Month celebrates those who experience disability, addresses accessibility barriers and acknowledges contributions of those with disabilities in the month of July. Learn more about the the benefits of exercise and various adaptive fitness programs at UTM.