HSI Institution - Seal of Excelencia
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at mini传媒入口
mini传媒入口 has earned the Seal of Excelencia, a bestowed upon a small cohort of institutions. Designated schools deliver impactful services to students of Latino heritage.
The start of 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month coincided with . Long recognized as an HSI, mini传媒入口 hosts campus activities and discussions throughout September and October. We invite you join us in applauding the accomplishments of our students, as they prepare to make a difference as professional and community leaders.
Read more about PC & the Seal of Excelencia
ALUMNUS
Luis Herrera
At age 10, Luis Herrera became estranged from his father鈥攁nd the life he knew in Phoenix. After living in Mexico as a U.S. citizen, he returned to Arizona, completed high school, and soon discovered a passion for business at PC.
The cultural connectivity and academic support Luis experienced at mini传媒入口 contributed to his success as a first-generation college student. Currently at ASU, he aspires to opening a business of his own, and serving as a community role model.
CAMPUS
From Behind the Scenes:
Esa Nena Rie, Esa Nena Llora, Esa Nena No Hace Nada
See PC's production of Esa Nena from Oct. 5 - 8.
While the play is known worldwide, this particular script鈥攑resented in Spanish, with English supertitles鈥攊s unique. It's the first Spanish-language production retranslated specifically for U.S. audiences; the work of a dedicated team from mini传媒入口. Hear from the players, who are excited to share their art with broader audiences.
ALUMNA
Ivonne Estrella Dominguez
Learn about a recent graduate who found her voice at mini传媒入口. Active in student government, as well as clubs related to social justice and LGBTQ+ support, Ivonne Estrella Dominguez also connected with her cultural heritage through academic courses.
Now a student at ASU, she acknowledges that her professional aspirations鈥攖o advocate for the disabled鈥攚ere rooted in her experiences here.
ALUMNUS
Frank Barrios
Phoenicians are mourning the loss of PC alumnus Frank Barrios (1942 - 2023). His contributions, whether they were made during his time as an engineer, historian, community activist, author, or nonprofit executive, will be long recognized throughout the Valley.
Explore how Frank's Sonoran lineage influenced his academic and charitable work, including his recent publication Mexicans in Phoenix. The book traces the local cultural and economic influences of Mexican Americans from the nineteenth century to today.
From Fannin Library at mini传媒入口
At mini传媒入口
Suggested Reading from Fannin Library
Fri, Sept. 15 - Sat, Oct. 14
During Library Hours
Don't miss a special collection curated by PC librarians in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. .