By Martina Vasquez They call me La Pola. Only now, walking towards certain death, it occurs to me that I don’t know why. I’m kind of glad today is going to be my last day. The words sound harmonious. Dates don’t always have the ring of a good verse, but today does. “She died on…
This article was written as part of Latinitas Magazine Workshop, find out more information here. Welcome to our virtual kitchen! Like Italian, Chinese, and American typical food, Latin Americans have tons to choose from. Meals provide us with nutrients and energy we need for daily activities. It also reminds us of the beauty of our…
Ulrich Zeidler is an incredibly successful storyboard and concept artist who has over 20 years of experience in the business. He’s a member of the British Production Designers Guild, and his images and creative designs have helped create iconic environments in such well-known projects as “Shang-Chi,” “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “Ready Player One,” and the…
Puerto Rican actress Liza Colón-Zayas made history this past Sunday when she won the Best Supporting Role in a Comedy Series Emmy for her portrayal in Hulu’s hit show The Bear. Though this was the 76th Emmy’s Award Show, Colón-Zayas proved there were still barriers to be broken as she became the first Latina ever…
By Jackie Ibarra The following is a transcription of Latinitas Magazine’s latest audio story “Raspas, Raspas.” Volunteer writer Jackie Ibarra gives a rundown of the history of raspas, a timeless Latin treat. You can listen to the audio story on SoundCloud! Jackie: Raspas, raspas, come get your raspas! Ah, there’s nothing better than hearing the…
The ¡Tú Cuentas! Cine Youth Festival is a virtual filmmaking competition that highlights up-and-coming Latine filmmakers, helping them gain access to the industry through awards while promoting their incredible works. Earlier this fall the 2024 Festival took place, and for the second consecutive year, 60% of the top ten finalists were Latina filmmakers! Latinitas Magazine…
Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are all incredibly important when seeking potential internships or jobs. We are now more visible than ever which means that we must be careful about what we post online. Below is some advice regarding social media from career counselors and other professionals. Facebook Facebook can be a tricky place to navigate….
With a dream of working for NASA someday, a 12-year prodigy from Mexico City has taken the world of STEM by storm with her genuine IQ higher than Einstein and Steven Hawking. Adhara Perez Sanchez is a young Mexican girl who already has achieved 2 degrees in both systems and industrial engineering and is currently…
Based out of Los Angeles, California, Chicano Hollywood is a platform that promotes and advocates for Chicanos and Latinos in all walks of the entertainment industry. Founded by Johnny Murillo, Chicano Hollywood has been groundbreaking and has gained a large following on social media since its inception and has gained a large interest from Latino…
