International Mother Language Day 2025

Thank you to the people who joined us in 2025 to support our community for International Mother Language Day! It was a beautiful celebration of language, culture, and love. We are truly grateful to each of you. The API Program continues to be a vital part of NMSU, and we are honored to serve you.

The image showcases a decorative metal lantern and an LED candle placed side by side on a round, colorful base. The lantern is primarily yellowish-gold and features intricate cut-out designs, allowing light to shine through. The LED candle next to it emits a warm yellow glow. Both items are set on a round base with a multicolored, festive design which includes green, red, and blue floral patterns. The background consists of a dark, folded tablecloth.
The image is a horizontal banner hung against a light wooden wall. The banner primarily has a black background with red and white accents. At the center of the banner is an illustration featuring a series of stylized buildings and a sun or circle in red, with small clouds and birds around it in black lines. Above the illustration, large red text reads "International Mother Language Day." Surrounding the illustration on both sides are the words "Hello" in various languages and scripts including English, Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Punjabi, Russian, and many others in both white and red text. The bottom of the banner, which is red, contains the date "21 February" in bold black text at the center. In the bottom left and right corners of the banner, there are logos with white symbols on red backgrounds.
he image depicts a medium-sized event hall with polished, light-colored floors and round tables set up for an event. The room is dimly lit, and the stage at the back is illuminated with a red light, casting a warm glow across the area. Several round tables are covered with black tablecloths, each adorned with a small, lantern-like candleholder holding a glowing candle inside. Chairs are arranged around the tables, predominantly black in color. In the foreground, one of the tables and its candleholder are clearly visible. In the middle ground, a person in a gray hoodie is adjusting items on a table. In the background, the stage has microphones set up, with speakers and various equipment on either side.
Group Picture
The image shows a group of seven people sitting around a round table at an indoor event. The table is covered with a white tablecloth and has water bottles, plates with food, a small decorative item with a candle, and a black cloth on it. The group appears to be enjoying a meal. The background features a stage setup with musical instruments, microphones, and other equipment. The venue has a polished floor and a mix of red and white walls. The individuals are dressed in various traditional and modern attire and appear relaxed and engaged with one another.
The image shows three people sitting at a table in a crowded indoor event, likely a social gathering or celebration. They are in the foreground of the image, smiling at the camera while eating from their plates. The man on the left is bald, wearing a blue polo shirt and a black vest, holding a forkful of food. In front of him is a water bottle and a smartphone lying on the table. The woman in the middle has short dark hair, is wearing glasses, and is dressed in a light blue blazer over a blue top. She is holding a piece of food with one hand and smiling. The man on the right has black hair and a mustache, wearing a black shirt, also smiling. The background depicts other attendees sitting at tables and standing in groups, with some engaged in conversation. The atmosphere appears lively and social.
The image shows a group of four people seated at a round table covered with a white tablecloth. The table features four plastic water bottles, some paper napkins, and a small decorative lantern with a lit candle inside. The individuals appear to be enjoying a meal; they have plates of food in front of them. The setting is indoors, possibly in a large hall or cafeteria. In the background, there are multiple other tables with groups of people sitting and engaged in conversations. The room has a lively atmosphere. The floor is wooden, and some people are seen standing, talking, or walking around.