La Communidad, la cultura Latinas, la hermandad Latinx students make up the largest minority group at Western Carolina University. According to the 2022 WCU student body profile, 7.7% of students were Hispanic. This number has grown exponentially in recent years. According to the Fall 2012 Enrollment Survey, only 297 students […]
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Stephanie Elizondo Griest inspires students to seek life of wanderlust, social justice, and art
Originally published for The Western Carolina Journalist Stephanie Elizondo Griest came to WCU’s campus to share with students her life’s story and the motto that has inspired her work. The motto, which she calls her trifecta, involves a life of wanderlust, social Justice, and art. Her life has consisted of […]
WCU celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Many student organizations participated in celebrations and events to honor LatinX students and faculty. “First observed in 1968 and later expanded and formalized in 1988, the month-long celebration honors the positive influence and contributions of Hispanic, Latinequis and Latine individuals […]
Latinx comic book author speaks on diversity within the industry
Frederick Luis Aldama shared insight into what it’s like as a voice of Latinx representation in the comic book industry during his talk to Western Carolina University students over zoom on Oct. 13. Aldama, also known as Professor Latinx, is a legend in the realm of Latinx comic book writing, […]