Celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage

From patient to provider

William Lara’s path to becoming a physician assistant inspired by overcoming language, distance and access barriers in rural Nevada

Carrying voices: Alejandra Sataray-Rodriguez's journey into medicine

How one first-generation medical student is turning her story into a source of strength, empathy and advocacy

Grads of the Pack: Francisco Lopez Cabrera

‘I’m committed to helping students grow and to creating school communities where they can thrive’

Creating a space for dialogue, thought and community belonging regarding Latino-focused topics

Have you listened to the Latino Research Center’s podcast, Latino Insights?

Faces of the Pack: Lyzandro Villa-Espino

Villa-Espino shares his drive to serve Latinx students and how he’s succeeding with the help of the First-Generation Student Center

Faces of the Pack: Jahahi Mazariego Contreras

Contreras discusses her passion for helping Latinx students on campus and her own experiences as a child of immigrant parents and a first-generation college student

Cordillera International Film Festival screens film by Hitchcock Project for Visualizing Science communication specialist

‘Rising Heat: Latino Labor in Extreme United States’ screens tonight at 7 p.m.

Faces of the Pack: Jesus Godinez Garcia

Path to Independence (P2I) student performs at Tu Bienvenida

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month at the University of Nevada, Reno

Events honoring culture, community and tradition scheduled throughout the month on campus

Picture of health: improving Latino representation in health care

From literacy to language barriers, Jose Cucalon Calderon, M.D, aims to bridge gaps in health care access, education and representation for Northern Nevada’s Latino population

Carolyn S. F. Silva selected for American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education Fellowship

National fellowship supports Latina/o/x faculty

University of Nevada, Reno hosts their second annual Latinx Parent Welcome ‘Mi Casa es su Casa’

The event celebrates the Latinx community and is an opportunity for families to connect with the University

Vibrant mural to commemorate the Latino Research Center's 20th anniversary

The mural will beautify campus and serve as a tribute to the rich culture, heritage and contributions of the Latino community in Nevada

New Director of Latinx/Hispanic Community Relations Osvaldo Jimenez-Estupinan

How he plans to increase Latinx/Hispanic engagement at the University

Grads of the Pack: Lissette Hernández

A first-gen student working to make her dreams of making an impact in the community a reality. “To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance” – Oscar Wilde

Faces of the Pack: Jesus Diaz Sanchez

Diaz Sanchez received an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, will pursue a Ph.D. at MIT

A brilliant light of leadership shines at the University of Nevada, Reno | Una brillante luz de liderazgo brilla en la Universidad

Karla Hernández, Ph.D., awarded the 2024 Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity Leadership Award

Faces of the Pack: Alumna Paola Perez

Accomplished educator and administrator continues to serve the community

Faces of the Pack: Angelica Perez

Breaking barriers

Coordinator for Latinx Student Services at The Multicultural Center, Maggie Otero, talks events, community and student success

Maggie Otero, originally from Mexico City, uses her experiences from transitioning to the U.S. and learning to take up space in predominantly white areas to connect with students and create a safe space for them at The Multicultural Center

Alum brings vision of inclusiveness as new Biotechnology Program director

Karla Hernández brings her previous experience at the University of Nevada, Reno to her new roles

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month

This is a time for us to learn more about what makes the contributions, achievements and cultures of the Hispanic/Latinx community such an integral part of the fabric of our nation’s history.

The Multicultural Center to host Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month events for students

A number of Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month student-centered events will take place on campus from Sept. 13 to Oct. 11

Celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with the University of Nevada, Reno

Events are planned throughout the observance month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, including the annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration

Latin Alternative Powerhouse, LADAMA, kicks off the 2023-24 Performing Arts Series season

The University of Nevada, Reno’s Performing Arts Series celebrates 63 years with a culturally diverse lineup of performances and free open-to-the-public events

College of Business undergraduate attends United States Hispanic Leadership Institute

Andre Haro Perez shares his experience as a leader within his community

University confers 3,130 degrees and certificates during spring 2023 commencement ceremonies

To date, the University has conferred over 125,000 degrees since opening in 1874

Faces of the Pack: Dennis Garcia

NevadaTeach student turns obstacles into opportunities

The Multicultural Center set to host Affinity Graduate Celebrations

Spring 2023 graduates from several affinity groups will be honored during various ceremonies next month