How did you decide to study nursing? I decided to study nursing when I took my first trip to Guatemala in 2018. I noticed the lack of healthcare in Guatemala’s communities. I was shocked to see an elderly blind man begging for money, and I thought to myself, “How could this elderly man be on the streets?” It quickly struck…
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Meet Esmeralda ’23, SLI scholar and future congresswoman
How does it feel to be finished with high school and about to go to college? Graduating from high school was a surreal experience for me, especially since I was the first in my family to accomplish this achievement. While I’ll miss my parents and sisters, I am excited to start college as summer comes to an end. Are there…
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Meet Grecia ’23, SLI scholar
As she nears her first year of college, SLI scholar Grecia ’23 talks about how she’s grown as a person over the last four years. In college she will study political science on a pre-law track. Congrats on graduating from high school! How are you feeling about going to college? When I first started SLI I was like I know…
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Partnership awards $1,000 scholarship to “make a difference” for future doctor
RICHMOND, VA – Jasmin, a graduating senior of the Sacred Heart Center (SHC) College & Career-Bound Program and future medical doctor, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship sponsored by Canastas Chicken Restaurants, SHC, Scholars Latino Initiative (SLI), and SLI advisory council members Amelia Castañeda and Lyons Sanchezconcha. “My parents have always told me that education is key, and that with…
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SLI scholar high school graduates announce college plans
Twelve SLI scholars have graduated from high school this spring and announced their fall college plans, bringing the total number of SLI alumni to 113. They will attend Harvard University, Hollins University, Dickinson College, Laurel Ridge Community College, University of Virginia, Eastern Mennonite University, Blue Ridge Community College, James Madison University, and Virginia Tech.
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Meet Javier ’23, SLI scholar: “It’s like going from zero to 100, from my parents having no college to me getting into Harvard with a full ride.”
An interview with SLI scholar Javier ’23, whose college plans came together this spring. What are you planning to study at Harvard University? I plan to concentrate in neuroscience, most likely on the premed track. I’m pretty sure I want to become a doctor – maybe a cardiologist – but I’m keeping an open mind about different specialties. Is anyone…
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SLI represented at JMU Civic symposium
PICTURED ABOVE: Dr. Carlos Alemán, associate professor of communication studies at JMU and SLI program director and board member, speaks during the James Madison Center for Civic Engagement symposium “U.S. Democracy and the Latino/a/x Community.” Photo by JMU Marketing & Branding, Diego Alejandro Crespo Guido HARRISONBURG, VA – The SLI community was well represented among the presenters and participants at…
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SLI class of ’23 college acceptances
To date, SLI scholars graduating from high school this year have been accepted to the following colleges and universities: DONATE HERE to support SLI college scholarship and computer awards!
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Big-picture dreams and good vibes: Meet Katherine ’25, SLI scholar
What are some things you enjoy about school? My favorite subject is history, learning why everything is the way it is now, and how history repeats itself. We see what happened back then happening now. I also like chemistry. Even though I can sometimes struggle a little bit, it’s interesting. I’m in three clubs – Interact, Latinos Unidos, and SLI…
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Meet Arleth ’23, SLI scholar
An interview with SLI scholar and volunteer EMT Arleth ’23, whose major is public health with a Spanish minor. What are your college and career goals? [In 2024] I discovered my passion for research and want a career in the CDC. I’ve always liked helping people. As I’m the oldest daughter in my family, it’s kind of second nature. Since…
