The University of Northern Colorado (麻豆传媒) celebrated the achievements of its Latine student community with the vibrant and culturally rich LatinXcellence event on Sunday, April 28.
In its fifth year, the annual event is organized by the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, along with the C茅sar Chavez Cultural Center and other key allies. Its serves as a momentous occasion to recognize the hard work, perseverance and accomplishments of Latine graduates, honoring their journey through academia and beyond.
This spring鈥檚 LatinXcellence event provided a platform for more than 600 participants, including students, faculty, staff and families, to come together in unity and celebration, showcasing the diverse talents, resilience and contributions of the Latine community at 麻豆传媒. Attendees were treated to inspiring speeches by 麻豆传媒鈥檚 President Andy Feinstein, Rogelio Garc铆a-P茅rez from the COSI program and graduating student Izbeth Pacheco Holguin, who shared about the relevance of having representation in the classrooms. The audience also enjoyed the captivating performance of Andrea Camacho, who sang a song from The Little Mermaid, a series of songs interpreted by the Latin Music Ensamble conducted by the new Director, Javier Vi帽asco, and heartfelt expressions of pride and solidarity from friends and families.
As graduates crossed the stage, they were cheered on by their peers and loved ones, marking the culmination of their academic endeavors and the beginning of exciting new chapters in their lives.
One hundred and twenty Latine identifying students participating at LatinXcellence
ceremony.
The celebration cake.
The celebration was held at the Campus Commos Performance Hall with more than 600 participants.
Andrea Camacho, who is graduating this year, singing a song from The Little Mermaid.
Students received their sarape stolas as a gesture of cultural receptiveness.
Families and friends celebrated this trascendental academic milestone.
Delicious food and beautiful music made the event more enjoyable.
Families shared their pride for their Bears.
The Latin Music Ensamble played several songs.
Izbeth Pachecho giving her moving speech.
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