“Reliving Our Traditions” – Carlos Galvan Alemán
Reviviendo Nuestras Tradiciones – Latino Heritage Month Dr. Carlos Galvan Alemán, associate professor of Communication Studies at James Madison University, reflects on contemporary communication of Latino identities, and what it might mean to re-live the traditions of our families and cultures. Senior Alicia Ygarza opens chapel with a vocal solo and poet Marjorie Agosin reads....
“Marcando Nuestra Huella (Leaving our Footprint)” – Boris Ozuna ’11
Join the Latino Student Alliance in exploring Marcando Nuestra Huella (Leaving our Footprint) featuring reflections from alum and current graduate student Boris Ozuna. Boris Ozuna, originally from Sincelejo, Colombia, holds a B.A. in Peacebuilding and Development from EMU. He has worked with several non-profit organizations in the areas of popular education, nonprofit management, and community....
“Latino Heritage Month: Diversas Naciones, Mismas Tierras” – Byron Pellecer
With the theme “Diversas Naciones, Mismas Tierras”, Multicultural & International Student Services launch this year’s Latino Heritage Month. Pastor Byron Pellecer from Iglesia Discipular Anabaptista (IDA) is our guest speaker. He talks about the different cultures represented within those who speak Spanish in Latin America and addresses the need for unity within our community.
“Mi Casa es Su Casa” – Pastor Juan C. Malvaez
Come on in! The Latino Student Alliance (LSA) extends hospitality with the theme of “mi casa es su casa” for Latino Heritage Month. Pastor Juan C. Malvaez, of Manantial de Vida Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg, VA, is the featured speaker.