Advancing Pedagogy
The new Honors College dean is creating opportunities for experiential learning.
We honor the histories, cultures and contributions of TU’s Caribbean, Central American, Mexican, South American and Spanish communities.
Celebrating the history, culture and contributions of TU’s Latine/x community highlights an accomplished and growing group of Tigers, acknowledges the challenges they’ve overcome to earn success and offers opportunities to connect with a proud and vibrant network of students, faculty, staff and alumni.
This page is a hub for resources, events and news related to TU’s Latine/x community. You’ll find information on special student and alumni groups as well as key moments in TU’s Latine/x history. You’ll also see stories about Latine/x students, faculty and staff who are achieving, inspiring and standing out every day. Read on to celebrate them and the community they proudly represent.
TU’s Latine/x community is nearly 2,000 strong and growing. Students, faculty and staff represent distinct and vibrant cultures from the Caribbean to Central America, Mexico, South America and Spain. This page uses the term Latine/x to inclusively represent all members of the community while honoring the unique backgrounds they bring.
The new Honors College dean is creating opportunities for experiential learning.
TU is partnering with the Mayor’s Office to advance the well-being of immigrant communities across our region.
For Juan Jose Cortez II, earning a college degree took persistence. Now he’s using it to help others.
3 p.m. on Sept. 27 and 11 a.m. on Sept. 28, LA 1201
A series of films showcasing the richness and diversity of the Latine/x community.
11 a.m.-1 p.m. University Union second floor
Learn how to tap into Latine/x programming and enrichment opportunities at TU.
8:30 to 10 p.m. in UU 322
Join the Pasión dance team for ice breaker games, dance classes, social dancing and more at weekly meetings in the Union.
These are some of the key milestones we know as of now. If you have additional information, records or stories related to significant moments in TU’s Latine/x history, please email community@towson.edu and scua@towson.edu. Together, we hope to build a more complete understanding of the community, its trailblazers and its evolution to today.
Send us an emailInformation and support for completing college as a DACA, Dream Act or undocumented student.
Read more about DACA and resources for studentsTU’s first Gates Cambridge Scholar is using intergenerational stories to reframe colonial narratives about the Central American diaspora.
Raphaela Morais ’22 is an Emmy-Award winning documentarian shedding light on the paths of asylum seekers in Europe.
Alejandra Balcázar earned mayoral recognition for her work to advance education in the Latine/x community.
Latine/x is a gender-inclusive term for individuals with heritage in Latin America and the Caribbean. It’s best used in referring to geographic origins, including those that speak Spanish, Portugese or native languages. The term Hispanic is used to reflect Spanish-speaking populations with roots in Spain. When in doubt, use the term preferred by the individual. When referring to larger groups, consider avoiding broad terms altogether.
From its civil rights origins to ties to Latin American independence, learn about the symbolism and celebrations that occur during Hispanic Heritage Month. The month is celebrated annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
Think healing, not Halloween. Learn how the Dia de Los Muertos holiday is about honoring those who’ve passed.
TU celebrates and recognizes the cultural identities and lived experiences of its community members.
Share Your StoryShow your support for a dedicated alumni group offering networking and fellowship opportunities for TU alumni of Latine/x heritage.
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