January 2012
3 posts
Janelle Lynch: Los Jardines de Mexico
Janelle Lynch’s exhibition at the Photographic Resource Center at Boston University is based on her book, Los Jardines de Mexico, published by Radius Books in 2011. The exhibit is comprised of color images made with a large format camera of various gardens in Mexico City. Janelle Lynch has garnered international recognition over the last decade for her large format photographs of the urban...
WELCOME BACK!
Good luck to everyone on their spring semester!
"The American Dream" →
Take a look at an article posted by Fox News Latino which profiles several Latin-American success stories. Yet, what exactly is this “American Dream” ? What defines such success? What are some of your success stories?
November 2011
4 posts
Latin Grammy's Tonight!
Be sure to watch the live video stream of the Latin Grammy’s today at 4:30 p.m. and then again starting at 7:00 p.m. on Univision!
October 2011
12 posts
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Comments on Immigration Alienate Some Hispanics →
Interesting political article on Hispanic votes in presidential elections
OCCUPY MOVEMENT - ANDRES VARGAS (CAS 2015)
Avoiding homework in college is fairly easy. We all procrastinate. We all find something better to do. Facebook is in our face 24/7. So is the girl/guy we love to text. But right now, I’ve taken a break from my paper to write about something else; something that is inspiring. A movement that I have not had much involvement in, but nonetheless a movement I believe is healthy and necessary. As you...
A Lecture by Mabel Moraña
Internship Opportunity!
Are you looking for a creative design, media or planning internship in an exciting environment? For one-of-a-kind career experience at MARCA, a bilingual Hispanic marketing group in Miami, Florida, attend the October 31 internship informational session in CAS room 203 from 4-5 p.m.
MARCA is seeking enthusiastic junior, senior and graduate students to fill their seasonal internships. Although...
PARTY PUERTO RICAN STYLE AT MIT!
BELLACRISIS The Association of Puerto Ricans at MIT presents: BELLACRISIS We’re going to party it up PUERTO RICAN STYLE. Join us on Friday October 21st from 10 PM to 1 AM in La Sala De Puerto Rico @ MIT’s Student Center (84 Mass Ave) Come and enjoy the night dancing to the best of REGGAETON, electronic, salsa, merengue and more. Think you got hispanic flavor and moves? This is your...
Your favorite bachatero, Romeo Santos, stars in an... →
Tell us your opinions!
Woman Students interested in Women's Issues and...
Alianza Latina supports the Nu Chapter of Phi Iota...
We will be there and so should you!
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September 2011
7 posts
A Talk by Carlos Henríquez Consalvi
Latin Rock Fest to Benefit Children's Hospital...
Dear Boston University Latino Community,
I’m writing to you about a fundraiser that is going to take place this month to benefit Children’s Hospital Boston. We at Noir Events Boston and Clandestino are very excited to announce the Latin Rock Fest 2011. This concert will feature well known Latin Rock Bands from throughout the Massachusetts area at The Middle East Nightclub on September 30th. All...
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Chilean President Sebastian Pinera is speaking at... →
thatsso-bu:
From BU: “Will talk about Chile and also give his perspective on the international economic situation. Open to BU Students, Faculty and Staff (will need BU ID for admission).” Friday, September 23 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. SMG Auditorium (first floor) 595 Comm Ave
First General Meeting
Join Alianza Latina on Tuesday, September 20th as we host our first general meeting!
We will be meeting from 7pm-9pm in the Academy Room of the GSU. We have a lot of fun things planned for the evening!
We look forward to welcoming new students and old ones alike. The event is posted on Facebook just in case you need any additional information!
Remember, if you’re not following us on...
El Violín Hispano
Information: www.boston.cervantes.es aula.boston@cervantes.es Ph: 617.358.5989
The Impact of Negative Statistics on the Latino... →
August 2011
1 post
Some News For Thought →
A new policy from the Obama administration has taken the topic of immigration reform in a new direction. After reading this article, do you believe that it is a step forward?
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/18/officials-change-deportation-policy_n_930688.html?ir=Latino%20Voices#s332934&title=DREAM_Act_Students
July 2011
1 post
June 2011
2 posts
Latinos Taking The Media →
It is becoming more and more common to view and recognize Latino/a names in the media. The Latino population in America is growing at a rapid pace and several “icons” are making sure the ‘cultura’ continues to influence America as it has in recent times.
This article by John Consoli in Adweek is one worth taking a peek at:
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Are you a Native Spanish Speaker?
May 2011
4 posts
The Lopez Foundation
http://www.thelopezfoundation.org/
The charity’s mission is to create positive permanent change for underprivileged children and adults confronting challenges in education and health, as well as increasing community awareness about kidney disease and organ donation.
Like the page on facebook, or follow the organization on twitter!
Thank You!
Outdoor National Regional Summit
This summer, young people just like you from across the country will come together to build on what they started last year – a youth-led Outdoor Nation! During the 3-day Regional Summits, young people will connect with each other, identify top outdoor issues, brainstorm solutions and get resources to bring those ideas to life. Choose the location nearest to you so that you can help spread the...
April 2011
25 posts
Introducing Julianna Parra
….newly elected Community Service Chair for 2011-2012.
Class of 2013 Double major in Psychology & Linguistics & minor in Speech Pathology Colombiana
What AL means to Julianna:
AL means a lot to me because it was the first group/club I joined on campus & something I wanted to be active part of ever since I found out about it at MCW. I love AL because not only is it a place...
Introducing Daniel Lopez
…newly elected Treasurer for 2011-2012.
Class of 2013 Political Science Mexican-American
Next year, I am looking forward to promoting more of AL’s values and spiciness into the larger BU community! Through more active service projects, events, and cross-club participation, I am anticipating a very successful year next year for our organization. More specifically, bi-weekly member and...
Introducing Kelly Carrion
…newly elected Event Coordinator for 2011-2012.
Freshman 2014 CGS -> COM for Film & Television Ecuatoriana
What AL means to Kelly:
In high school, I was the only Hispanic in my grade. I often felt a void when I was at school because sometimes people did not understand me or some of my values and traditions.
I thought that BU would be the same as my high school; the thing I...
Introducing Armando Merino
…newly elected Vice President of Internal Affairs for 2011-2012.
Class of 2013 SMG - Finance major Mexican-American (Chicano)
As VP of Internal Affairs I think it would be cool to start mingling with the other cultural groups on campus. I like the idea of getting other organizations to come to AL and vice versa and learning about differences and similarities in our...
Introducing Kayla Fernandez
…newly elected Vice President of External Affairs for 2011-2012.
Class of 2013 Sociology Puerto Rican
What AL means to Kayla:
Being able to go to the Howard Thurman Center to meet with Alianza every week has been a great comfort. It is nice to know that I will always have a place to wind down and relax from the stress of school and work and spend time with others who are understanding...
Introducing Gina Lopez
…President-elect for 2011-2012.
Class of 2014 Public Relations Dominicana y Venezolana
An idea I have for next year is to coordinate a big fall event for AL . Though our annual event, Explosion Global, is held in the spring, an event in the fall will definitely get members and non-members excited about the spring semester.
Follow her on tumblr.
Introducing Natalie Madrigal
…newly elected Secretary for 2011-2012.
Class of 2014 Major: English/Sociology Dance:Minor Cubana y Dominicana AL is a place to go if you need to feel like you’re back at home only in this case you’re with a group of college students going through many of the same issues you are. It really is a home away from home, Tuesday nights are family nights.
Follow her on tumblr.
BU Salsa Social: Salsa Mundial
Join Boston Salsa University on Friday, April 19th, in celebrating salsa music and dance across the world! This event tends to draw upwards of 400 people every year from the Boston salsa scene and local universities, and they are expecting an even bigger turnout this year!
Alianza Latina will be present to educate students about salsa in our cultures!
Schedule: 8-9pm: Salsa Lesson 9-11pm:...
Scholarship Opportunity for Incoming Freshman
About the Scholarship:
Center for Student Opportunity’s Opportunity Scholarship is a $2,000, four-year renewable scholarship awarded to first-generation college students graduating in the high school class of 2011 (entering the college class of 2015) enrolling at a CSO College Partner.
Scholarship winners are also given the opportunity to serve as bloggers on Center for Student...
Flamenco Recital at BU
Flamenco Roots: A Series of Illustrated Talks on the Music’s Origins and Evolution
April 25th: The Roots of Flamenco
April 26th: The Andalusian Crossroad
April 27th: The Presence of the Romance in Flamenco
All sessions at 6 pm at: Boston University Photonics Center, 9 Floor
8 St. Mary´s Street, Boston Free Admission and in Spanish Info at www.boston.cervantes.es
Agustín...
Volunteers Needed for a Special Olympics Event
Help Special Olympics with a swimming meet on MAY 1st! Volunteers needed to: Escort participants, help with warm-up, set-up/breakdown, etc. Volunteers needed from 11am-5pm: Full day volunteers preferred but you can help out 11-2 or 2-5. If available, please email mltkach@bu.edu by Sunday April 24th
Speak Spanish? Make $100.
BU alumna Sabrina Avilés is seeking native Spanish speakers for a Spanish language video for the company Cengage Learning.
The educational video will accompany a textbook, NEXOS, which will be distributed throughout colleges and universities in the United States. The questions are simple, and you will be prompted beforehand to have an idea of the questions you will be asked.
The production...
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWEST DONS OF THE NU...
MCW Video →
All you prospective freshman, as well as current BU students, be sure to visit the website for MCW. And be sure to watch the video as our very own Bobby Trevino gives Alianza Latina a shout out!