With Women’s History Month upon us, we would like to take the time to reflect on all the amazing and talented women who have inspired and paved the way for success and acknowledge 5 Latinas who have made a strong impact in their respective industries. Check out the following list of Latina trailblazers who have…
HARLINGEN, Tx.—For some, the Star Wars Expanded Universe only exists in its movie and TV show formats (a galaxy far, far away, indeed). However, for Mexican cosplayer Momo Naberrie, the galaxy is stitched closer to life by her various cosplay costumes, specifically Queen Amidala —aka Padmé Amidala Naberrie, hence Momo’s cosplay name. Based in Guadalajara,…
By Jackie Ibarra SAN ANTONIO, Tx.—In June of 2019, I was filled with excitement as I got ready for my freshmen orientation at the University of Texas at Austin (UT). For me and many other 2019 high school seniors, it would be another summer filled with graduation parties, orientation sessions and fun in the sun….
A haunting horror, a spectacular spook, Beetlejuice is the perfect pairing of frightening and fantastic. A musical that marries the macabre of death with the hilarity of just existing. I had the absolute pleasure of attending the National Broadway Tour of Beetlejuice during Press Night at the Bass Concert Hall in Austin, and I couldn’t…
A nationally recognized holiday, Memorial Day has been celebrated since its inception in 1868. That year it was first observed as “Decoration Day,” and proclaimed as such by General John Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic (Union Veterans) in remembrance of soldiers killed during the Civil War. The first observance took place at…
Hosted by Marisol Acuña Editor’s Note: This is a transcription of Latinitas Magazine’s SoundCloud podcast “20 Questions With,” where we invite bold and creative individuals to discuss their experiences and background. Listen along by clicking the link! Hola Chicas! Welcome to 20 Questions With, a podcast in conjunction with Latinitas Magazine. Latinitas Magazine is a strong…
This past Saturday, June 17th, Latinitas celebrated 21 years with their annual Purple Party fundraiser at the Mueller Branch Park Pavillion, this time with a Casino Night twist. Doors opened at 6 PM, and right off the bat guests were greeted with large purple die and Latinitas-themed Casino and Card posters to really drive the…
We have all probably encountered genre fiction at some point in our lives. Genre fiction can be horror, fantasy, sci-fi, romance, etc. It is any literary work that focuses on plot and world-building, as well as adhering to the specific themes and archetypes expected of that genre. When it comes to genre fiction, sometimes this…
Last week, Latinitas celebrated its twentieth anniversary at the Latinitas Purple Party for Chica Power Gala. As part of the annual fundraiser, Latinitas chooses six courageous female leaders to honor. The women that were chosen all have incredible stories and immense accolades, but what sets them apart is the passion they bring to their field….
