Thank you for joining us welcome to Emerging Latinx Leaders Series

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Hi, Angeli!

Hey Collette!

Hey everyone!!

Hey B! Welcome!

Let’s get this party started!!!

Hello all, welcome to our Emerging Latinx Leaders Series

Thank you for participating in our poll

As a fan of 90s hip hop myself, I can relate, Esther!

"Latinx"what comes to mind for you?

Pride, strength, and persistence

Anyone with origins from Mexico, Central America, and/or South America.

50 shades of ….brown

😀 these are wonderful.

Anyone else?

Latin@

Latine

Thank you for that wonderful information, Dr. Ramirez! I learned something new already! :)

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Feel free to place your questions for panelists in the chat

Thank you Esther and Hernan.

https://www.pewresearch.org/hispanic/2020/08/11/about-one-in-four-u-s-hispanics-have-heard-of-latinx-but-just-3-use-it/

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You and I both, Dr. Beecher! :)

Thank you for joining this discussion. If you are a student here for extra credit direct message me your professor's name.

I identify myself as Mexican-American or Latina but I also respect othershow they want to be identify as. I just don’t like when people want to force me to identify myself as other…

Agreed, Gwen :)

Great insight, Gwen! I completely agree. YOU are YOU and only YOU know what YOU identify as! :)

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I’ll put in a quick plug here for my class, Sociology 107: Introduction to Chicana/o Culture

Thank you, David

Thats so great to hear

I totally feel that

Gracias!

Soo true about the frijoles

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I read that also...definitely consider your own investments

As an aspiring engineering student, what is some advice you would give to take on a career where you will be underrepresented?

I’m not Latina but I can relate to this so much. My parents insisted that I prioritize college but at the same time staying close to family was essential. It was CSUN or UCLA for them - that’s it. I mentioned out-of-state school once and they were like “LOL? You will be commuting from home, thank you.”

@Annie that is so common I feel

Great question! I suggest looking into engineering organizations like the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. We actually have one at COC and there are always chapters at universities. They help to feel like you are not doing it alone and get you ready for a workplace that might not be as diverse as what you expect.

@Kimberly Hernandez - We also have a STEM Equity Alliance here at COC, a great way to connect and find support.

@Kimberly - connection is powerful. Look at others who have been in your position. Consider what has worked for them and what hasn't? What are lessons you can possibly take? Connection is also important for morale. Also, don't be shy to find allies who may not look like you or be like you. Joining clubs OR making relationships w/ supportive professors is so important

Sometimes also ignorance and not having the support from your parents is a big factor

What is some advice on how to highlight the challenges Latinos/Hispanics/etc, overcome? I am currently applying to transfer to uc's and am honestly having a hard time trying to put my latina background into words for the personal insight questions

Thank you to everyone that gave me advice! I really appreciate it and will look into the chapters and alliances!

Jennifer - you could have a mentor read your letter before sending it in. I always appreciate an extra set of eyes! Also, the folks at the LatinX Alliance could probably help you.

*Jennyfer

^^^ Agreed w/ Pamela. @Jennyfer speak from the heart and your personal experiences. If you can, speak to an advisor not only at your current college but also at the institution you are hoping to transfer to and ask what they seek.

Agreed w/ that Ciara. We do gotta work harder.

Jennifyer, great question! I have been working on my entrance essay for my Master's so i can relate. Something so simple you can do is BE HONEST with yourself! I sat down with a pen and paper and wrote down key moments in my life and a lot of those hurdles and life experiences absolutely connected with my life growing up as a Latina and Hispanic. Your heart will pour out into those words, stay encouraged! You got this! :)

Cice - Role Model of the Year, 2021

Okay thank you everyone. Also Professor Villegas-Sandoval, I took a class with you. It's wonderful seeing you again! :)

Take care everyone, unfortunately I have to run. Great to see and meet everyone today.

Thank you. I have another obligation. (forgot...oops)

Awwww Pamela, you are so amazing honestly you are such a role model in my life

Hi Jennyfer!!!

Thank you all for sharing. Honored to be in the company of such brilliant colleagues and students. Thank you for your time today. - Annie (FT English Faculty)

Everything is teachable and learnable definitely agree

Never stop learning

Thank you Arlete, I will definitely do that! Thanks everyone :)

Never undermine yourslef

yourself*

Absolutely, Angeli! :)

Thank you everyone!

Put yourself out there...ask questions...use office hours..

esthers@cos.edu

Consuelo.beecher@canyons.edu

Arlete.lansdown@canyons.edu

david.martinez@canyons.edu

Next Latinx Alliance meeting, Tuesday, October 12 at noon. Zoom links to our various alliances are available at https://www.canyons.edu/administration/ie2/equity/alliances/index.php

salvador.pineda@canyons.edu

My email is hernan.ramirez@canyons.edu

100% Network...Come from a position of love

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Shout out to Arlete- Humanities!

Crashing the Zoom meetings is the new knocking on doors

Wonderful words, Pamela! :) Truly does take a village!

I LOVE YOU PAMELA

Great advice David

Thank you, Angeli! So wonderful to finally put a face to the name! :)

Gracias, Pamela!

That's another Tupac Song!

Keep ya head up!

Stay true to yourself

All eyes on US!

Thank you

I have another meeting but thank you so so much, love everyone of you guys if you need anything please email me , Ciara.asberry@canyons.edu

Here’s my email: pamela.williams-paez@canyons.edu

www.canyons.edu/alliances

Thank you, Preeta!

Thank you all. This has been wonderful dialogue.

Great to see everyone! :)