On Monday, February 26, the Center for Latino Studies at the University of Houston-Downtown celebrated Afro-Latino Day for Black History Month. The CLS organized this event to invite UHD students to explore, learn, and celebrate Afro-Latino culture. “UHD students and staff represent immigrant communities from Latin America’s Afro-Latino enclaves, and it is important that we create…
Brownsville, Texas couple, Jennifer Serrano and Veronica Vasquez will celebrate 10 years this November since the launch of their “Pink Latina Power Tee”. The t-shirt that laid the foundations of their trendy lifestyle brand, JZD. JZD is a collection of stylish apparel, accessories, and custom embroidery items. From t-shirts to loungewear, tote bags, jewelry, and…
By Larissa Davila AUSTIN, Tx.—Mi primer trabajo fue como vendedora de ropa deportiva en el Mall del Norte en Laredo, Texas. Mi primer cheque fue de $20 y con eso invité a comer a tres amigos de la preparatoria y pedimos algo del menú de dólar de Wendy’s. Después de eso, trabajé siete años más…
Originally published on BoldLatina. Over the past few years, agricultural farm workers have been in the spotlight more than ever. The invisibility of a marginalized workforce who grow and farm our food as essential workers hits many intersections. We saw the impact on farm workers’ health and socio economics from volatile climate change bringing on drought seasons,…
Last Thursday Camp Latinitas had the opportunity to tour Austin’s famed Moody Center. An arena located on the UT campus that has housed the talents of Bad Bunny, Justin Beiber, Sza, Olivia Rodrigo, and many many more. It was an exceptional opportunity for the young students in Camp Latinitas to get to see behind the…
Compiled by Anna Martinez Maria Mendoza was drawn to the field of nutrition after having an honest conversation with herself about what she was passionate about. Her father had a garden when she was growing up so participating in the food process was always important to Mendoza. She grew to enjoy this experience and enjoyed…
JCPenney launches their 2023 Hope & Wonder Hispanic Heritage Month Collection in partnership with Latinitas, and we have all the details! Since Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15th (and is seen through October 15), the collection is expected to hit stores this August, and might even be in your JCPenney by the time you’re…
The sequel to “Black Panther,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” had a much anticipated opening night on Friday, November 11th. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the film’s historic for a couple of reasons. The first installment was of course impactful due to it’s predominantly Black cast, with the main…
In honor of the many ways in which Hispanic Americans have shaped American history and culture, September 15 – October 15 is designated as Hispanic Heritage Month. Literacy is one area where Hispanic Americans have made significant contributions. Latinx culture and ethnicity play a significant role in the works of several best-selling mystery and thriller…
