By Kirby Farah, University of Southern California – Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences   Day of the Dead might sound like a solemn affair, but Mexico’s famous holiday is actually a lively commemoration of the departed. The nationwide festivities, which include a massive parade in Mexico City, typically begin the night of Oct. 31 with families sitting vigil at grave sites. Mexican tradition … Continue reading Day of the Dead: From Aztec Goddess Worship to Modern Mexican Celebration