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An interview with Gino ’22, SLI scholar
Scholars Latino Initiative scholar Gino ’22 never planned to attend college in the US, but now hopes to study computer science at a prestigious university here. A restaurant server, writer, and member of the National Honor and Spanish National Honor Societies, Gino is poised for an academically packed senior year. When did you decide you wanted to go to college?As…
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An interview with Juana ’22, SLI scholar
This summer Scholars Latino Initiative scholar Juana ’22 started her first job, at a department store. She loves helping customers, she said in the following interview with SLI, and plans to continue serving others as a nurse practitioner. Why did you decide to work in a department store?I was trying to get out of my comfort zone. I know a…
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Graduating SLI scholars name university picks
This year’s 22 graduating Scholars Latino Initiative (SLI) scholars have announced their higher education plans. They will attend: “These scholars represent a positive future for our communities,” said Carlos Alemán, university professor and SLI program director in Harrisonburg. “We’re proud of them and look forward to hearing about their successes in college and beyond.” SLI supports Latinx high school students…
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An interview with Gina ’21, SLI scholar
Gina’s parents loved taking the family on mini-vacations – so her dad worked extra hours to make them possible. “If you have a good education, you can get good money and you can do these fun things,” he told her. Now Gina ’21 can pursue higher education, thanks in part to help from her SLI experiences. She talked with SLI…
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Meet Isabella ’24, SLI scholar
SLI scholar Isabella ’24 enjoys photography, baking, and school – and “will work hard” in SLI toward a professional career. What are some of your interests? I enjoy listening to music, as well as working with photography (see above) during my leisure time. Occasionally I am found in the kitchen baking. I enjoy baking brownies as they are a joy to…
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Partnership with Sacred Heart Center Names Scholarship Recipient
A 2021 high school graduate in Richmond is the recipient of the 2021 “For Your Success” college scholarship, sponsored by Canastas Chicken Restaurants, Sacred Heart Center, Scholars Latino Initiative, and an anonymous donor. The student was selected to receive the $1,000 award. She plans to study business at Virginia Commonwealth University and become a Realtor. “There should be no obstacles…
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New SLI program directors help make college “more than a dream”
Scholars Latino Initiative has welcomed Ileana Escalante (left) and Ruth Espinoza de Arteaga as program directors. Escalante and Espinoza are both Spanish teachers and co-sponsors of their school’s student organization Latinos Unidos. “I am honored to work with SLI scholars,” said Escalante. “I passionately believe in empowering Latino students to follow their dreams and achieve their full potential. As a…
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SLI board of directors welcomes Fawn-Amber Montoya
The Scholars Latino Initiative has announced the appointment of Fawn-Amber Montoya, Ph.D., associate dean for diversity, inclusion and external engagement at James Madison University, to its board of directors. “Dr. Montoya is an incredible leader and we are honored to have her join SLI,” said Jason Good, board chair. “Her experience and expertise add immense value to our organization and…
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Careers Panel Discussion highlights possibilities for SLI scholars
Moderated by Karina Kline-Gabel, vice chair of the SLI board of directors and of the Virginia Latino Advisory Board, this Scholars Latino Initiative presentation for SLI scholars and additional student groups featured leaders sharing about their careers and professional experiences. Panelists included:*Maribel Castañeda, Director of Appointments and Director of Latino Outreach, Governor Ralph S. Northam*Kevin Gabel, Director of Construction Management,…
