Tag: latino culture
Lecture explores University’s Latino heritage
Allyson Brantley delivered a presentation titled “Which Roads Lead to an HSI? The Palomares Colonia, Demographic Shifts, & the Transformation of the University of La Verne” before about 35 community members Nov. 26 in Quay Davis Executive Boardroom, with some joining on Zoom.
Identities and histories preserved with ofrendas
A profound overview of Dia de los Muertos was followed by the construction of the altars or ofrendas on Oct. 28 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Ludwick Sacred Space. It was presented by Jose Miguel Hernandez, a junior educational studies major, and Christian Bracho, an associate professor of teacher education.
Car show embraces Chicano hot rod culture
The Fairplex in Pomona was filled with hundreds of classic cars and vendors selling a variety of items like hard to find car parts, old antique items, and everything in between at the Pomona Swap Meet and Classic Car Show on Sunday.
Latinx community members share what their identity means to them
The University’s Latinx Heritage Month virtual series kicked off Wednesday via WebEx with a panel promoting diversity and inclusion through storytelling.
Student shares life lessons through new podcast
Emily Zapata, senior radio major, created her podcast "Tales of a Chicana Woman" as a part of her senior project to share her experiences as a young Mexican American woman and provide advice for young adults as they move into the next chapter of their lives.
Latino mental health considered
Leticia Arellano-Morales, associate professor of psychology, discussed “Latina/o Mental and Physical Health” Tuesday in the President’s Dining Room.