Heritage Month Mailings
Honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Dear Campus Community,
As May begins, Seattle University proudly recognizes Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month—a meaningful opportunity to honor and celebrate the cultural richness and lasting impact of AAPI communities. While the term ‘Asian American and Pacific Islander’ is officially designated, we recognize that the AAPI community encompasses a rich and diverse tapestry of cultural traditions, histories, and lived experiences. For example, the terms ‘Asian Pacific Islander Desi American’ (APIDA) and ‘Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander’ (AANHPI) are also commonly used to better reflect the breadth of diversity. Regardless of terminology, Seattle University honors and uplifts the voices, stories, and contributions of all members of this vibrant community. To our students, faculty, and staff who identify as part of the AAPI community, your presence and contributions strengthen our institution.
In recognizing the achievements and histories of AAPI individuals and communities, we must also acknowledge and confront both the historical and ongoing discrimination, injustices, and violence that continue to affect these communities. Anchored by our Jesuit mission and values, Seattle University remains steadfast in our commitment to foster belonging, challenge inequities and discrimination, and stand in solidarity with AAPI voices, now and always. During this time, many in our AAPI community – individuals from a range of national origin and identity backgrounds, including international and other non-citizens students – face uncertainty and fear. Our Jesuit values call us to accompany by educating, advocating, and addressing injustice.
In line with our LIFT SU principles, and in support of our commitment to pursuing inclusive excellence, we recognize that fostering inclusion means amplifying voices from a variety of perspectives. We have invited two of our colleagues to share their reflections on what Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month means to them. We offer deep gratitude to Deanne Liu and Frank Shih for sharing their stories and perspectives, and trust that you will receive their words with openness.
Deanne D. Liu, M.Ed.
Associate Director, The MOSAIC Center
When I began my masters program at SU, I hadn’t thought very much about my Asian American identity as it relates to political and social inheritance – the defining point for APIDA Heritage Month. So, when I was asked in one of my classes what it meant for me to be Asian American, I pursued this question.
My family came to the States when I was 3 and the now famous political commercial, “Morning of America” was playing on television. The promise of the American Dream brought us from Taiwan by way of the Philippines to the California shores in pursuit of a new story. As immigrants, we were prepared to sacrifice so we could write this new story.
When an ad for the 2010 census showed up on my Facebook feed, I was surprised by the realization that we had sacrificed something so essential to our family: our language. It was the “Be Counted, Be Recognized” campaign that asked Taiwanese Americans to check the “other” box and write in “Taiwanese” under ethnicity when filling out their census. The short film included a man who sang a popular night market song in Taiwanese, letting people know that they had Bak-Chang (粽子Zongzi) for sale. I have never heard the language of my family on any media before. I had to pause the video and let the feeling of elation wash over my body. Taiwanese was only spoken at home, and when we were in public it was always English or Mandarin. To hear our heart language coming out of the speakers of my computer made my heart swell.
I was lucky that this experience happened while I was studying at SU. It gave me the precious time I needed to understand, dive into, and develop my API identity, and the people at SU gave me the space to belong and be PROUD of who I am. The vast heritage that we celebrate in May, is the resilience of the APIDA community, though diverse in all our ethnicities and experiences, came together to join their voice for justice. In the uncertain times that we are living today, celebrating our heritage is a ritual that is needed to ground our community. A remembrance that we belong, and like all Americans, we struggled to make our dreams come true.
Frank J. Shih, Ph.D.
Special Assistant to the Provost for Academic Effectiveness
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
For AAPI Heritage Month, I’m reminded of a reflection by writer Shiba Ryōtarō (司馬 遼太郎): “少数民族というのはいいですね、一人一人に威厳があって” — “It’s good to be an ethnic minority; everyone has dignity.”
Being different often invites more profound reflection on who we are.
I’m also drawn to a Cantopop lyric from Hong Kong rock band Beyond’s “No more hesitation” (不再猶豫): “我有我心底故事，親手寫上每段得失樂與悲與夢兒” — roughly, “I have my own stories deep in my heart; I write down every passage of joy, sorrow, and dreams.”
Our Asian students carry such stories, layered with personal history, resilience, and pride. And at the very least, the food tastes better. This month, I want to share a few snapshots from their journeys.
Filipina business student Josline Contajioso moved often with her Army dad, including a stop at JBLM near Tacoma. She’s fluent in Tagalog and loves Jollibee and Seafood City in Tukwila. Her favorite dish? Sinigang—“it’s gotta be super sour.”
Indian business student Sareena Shetty, from Bengaluru, is a polyglot fluent in Tulu, Kannada, Hindi, English, and French. Graduating this fall, she loves Mangalorean chicken curry (kori gassi) with rice paper crepes (neer dosa).
Japanese engineering student Hikaru Hayano (早野光) grew up in both Hilo, Hawaii, and Tokyo. A soccer-loving junior who proudly embraces his bicultural background, Hikaru enjoys his mom’s croquettes and makes a mean shogayaki (生姜焼き) with thick-cut pork.
Mongolian business student Buyanzaya (Zaya) Jargaltulga hails from Ulaanbaatar, where winters can plunge to -30°C (-22°F). Though she’s style-savvy and urban, she’s been riding horses since she was four. And yes, they barbecue—but not the kind you’re thinking of (apologies from a Taiwanese).
Thai-Lao environmental studies student Kyrie Sisouvong, from Maui with roots in Khon Kaen, Thailand, speaks the Isan dialect. When she prepared Kabocha Squash Stir Fry (Pad Faktong) at Xavier for the first time, the effort it took deepened her appreciation for her grandmother’s quiet love and cultural heritage.
Tibetan psychology student Sharon Sherpa, from Colorado, has met the Dalai Lama four times. She was surprised to learn that he had received an honorary degree from SU in 1979 and had once spoken at our Pigott Auditorium. We admire him not only for his wisdom, but for the way he lives out Dr. King’s values—with calm strength and deep compassion.
Our Asian students bring rich culture, insight, and identity—some of it under threat. It’s not their job to be visible; it’s our responsibility, as faculty and staff, to see them, support them, and help them thrive in their academic journeys.
Resources and Renewal to Inclusion
To show support throughout Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we invite you to visit the Office of Diversity and Inclusion website to find inspiring Zoom backgrounds, and a range of other educational resources.
As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage this month and beyond, we honor the unique experiences and contributions of this community. At the same time, we also recommit ourselves to the ongoing work of dismantling racism and xenophobia, advancing equity, and building a more inclusive community for all.
Sincerely,
Eduardo M. Peñalver, President
Natasha Martin, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
Honoring Women's History Month
Dear Campus Community,
March begins National Women’s History Month and coincides with International Women’s Day, on March 8, with this year’s theme – Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations. Seattle University honors and celebrates the achievements and pivotal roles women have played in our world. We find inspiration from the countless women who have shaped history and advanced society, as well as those whose contributions continue to propel us forward. From pioneering leaders to everyday heroes, women continue to demonstrate resilience and strength. We share special appreciation for the women in our campus community and our alumni for their impact in service of our educational mission and across numerous spheres of influence.
Despite the strides made toward women’s advancement, sexism, misogyny, and violence against women remain pervasive forces, and the fight for gender equality continues around the globe. Guided by our Jesuit values, we play an especially important role in educating and empowering all women, especially those who face additional barriers, including trans women, women of color, and those from other marginalized communities. This month serves as both a time of celebration and a call to action, reminding us that progress must be paired with ongoing advocacy for a world where all women can thrive.
In line with our LIFT SU principles, and in support of our commitment to pursuing inclusive excellence, we recognize that fostering inclusion means amplifying voices from a variety of perspectives. We have invited two of our colleagues to share their reflections on what Women's History Month means to them. We offer deep gratitude to Michelle Etchart and Professor Hye-Kyung Kang for sharing their stories and perspectives, and trust that you will receive their words with openness.
Michelle Etchart
Assistant Provost for Student Development, Student and Campus Life
While my introduction to feminism as a concept came later in life, I learned what it meant in action from my Basque father. He grew up on a ranch in the middle of nowhere, where the lines around gendered work were blurry from necessity. Being precious about enforcing femininity was a luxury they couldn’t afford. Everyone worked together to do what needed to be done.
As a kid, it was common to find myself assisting with electrical work or hauling something in the pickup that was so old the finish was matte. It wasn’t an act of social change as much as it simply didn’t occur to him to do anything different. There were jobs to be done, and I was there to help.
In exchange for working as junior ranch hand, my dad gave me possibilities. Beyond learning my capabilities, he painted a future for me where I would 1) get an education, 2) a career I loved that would sustain me, and 3) IF after the previous two were accomplished I wanted one, a family. That was the order. In retrospect, his emphasis on the risks of getting married too early does seem like an act of social change, particularly where we find ourselves today.
What a specifically strange time to consider womanhood. Our ownership over our bodies continues to erode, our authority to define our own gender identity is challenged, and the very existence of those of us who are queer, black and brown, and undocumented is threatened. Some days it feels like an out of body experience.
As I think about where we are at this moment in time, I’m thankful for both the expected and unexpected feminists who have and continue to shape me; the colleagues in whose presence it is a chance to just rest and be; and those to whom I can offer a lifeline. For now, I’m doing what I know to do - look for the places where I can dig in and do what needs to be done. It’s what Dad taught me.
Hye-Kyung Kang, MA, MSW, PhD
Professor, Social Work Department, College of Arts and Sciences
2025 is a poignant time to reflect on Women’s History Month. As racism, misogyny and transphobia are codified into national policies that threaten women and non-binary people’s rights and freedom, it is hard not to feel devastated. We wonder: how did we as a country lose our way so badly? Survival responses of freeze and flight might kick in, and living in a survival mode dispirits and isolates us. That’s how oppression keeps us from rising up together.
But we’ve been here before. Women’s history, globally and in the U.S., shows us that women have always fought for their rights to live fully and freely. And, for women of color, the fight was never a single-issue struggle (to paraphrase Audrey Lorde). While the term, intersectionality, was coined in 1989 by Kimberlé Crenshaw to describe how overlapping identities such as race, gender, and class create particular marginalization for Black women, Sojourner Truth’s 1851 speech, “Ain’t I a Woman?” had laid its foundation. In 1970s and 80s, the Third World Women’s Alliance, a revolutionary, multiracial feminist organization, championed intersectional activism. Recognizing how the interconnected systems of “four prisons”—racism, sexism, imperialism, and economic exploitation—oppressed and marginalized women globally, they worked in solidarity. They connected activism in their local communities (such as mutual aid and reproductive justice education) to the global struggle for liberation. They did not practice solidarity and activism because the political and social climate was favorable. Their activism ushered in the change.
What does it all mean to me? I think history shows us a way when we feel lost. Women’s history shows us that we must not “stay in our lane” but actively connect with one another. As Grace Lee Boggs said, “the only way to survive is by taking care of one another.” The history also warns us that the most marginalized are often made to fight the hardest. We must take up the difficult fight where we have privilege. We can’t wait until the climate is better. We will work to change it. We are not lost. We will reach for each other and fight our way out, together.
Resources and Renewal to Inclusion
To show support throughout Women's History Month, we invite you to visit the Office of Diversity and Inclusion website to find inspiring Zoom backgrounds. We also invite you to engage in learning and celebration of women’s history this month and all year long.
Throughout Women’s History Month, let us draw inspiration from the women who came before us and those who stand alongside us today, to honor, uplift, and learn from their diverse and multi-faceted stories. Let us also recommit to fighting for gender equity, challenging stereotypes, and dismantling barriers to women's full empowerment.
Sincerely,
Eduardo M. Peñalver, President
Natasha Martin, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
Honoring Black History Month
Dear Campus Community,
Saturday marked the beginning of Black History Month. Seattle University takes this time to recognize and honor the accomplishments, strength, and cultural vibrancy of the Black community. This month provides an opportunity to deepen our focus on the experiences and contributions of Black people, which have been foundational to shaping the nation we are today. The university’s recent Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration prepared us to enter this month with curiosity, compassion, and a collective sense of duty to eradicate injustice. We encourage reflection on the painful legacy of enslavement in American life and across the globe. Learning and engaging fosters understanding, upholds dignity, and encourages efforts to transform society and bend the arc toward justice.
As a Jesuit, Catholic university, we are committed to challenging anti-Blackness and its material impacts on the ability of Black Americans to flourish. We also affirm the importance of uplifting Black joy. To our Black students, faculty, and staff, we are deeply grateful for all that you bring to our university and beyond—your presence, intellect, and talents enrich our community.
In line with our LIFT SU principles, and in support of our commitment to pursuing inclusive excellence, we recognize that fostering inclusion means amplifying voices from a variety of perspectives. We have invited two of our colleagues to share their reflections on what Black History Month means to them. We offer deep gratitude to Feven Teklu and Julius Moss for sharing their perspectives, and trust that you will receive their words with openness.
Feven Teklu
Assistant Dean for Development and Alumni Relations, School of Law
Reading the news and witnessing current attempts to roll back the Civil Rights movement, it’s been tempting to succumb to exhaustion. As I was doomsday scrolling the other day, my four-year-old son’s voice broke through my thoughts. He was singing “We Shall Overcome,” trying to work out the melody but getting the opening lyrics right. The sweet innocence of his voice cut through the heaviness I was carrying and made me wonder: where does hope live?
In 2020, when I was pregnant with him, I was scared. I didn’t have to look far to see how easily my life and his could be reduced to a statistic. Black pregnant women and Black boys often face risks that feel like expiration dates—whether on the delivery table or going on a walk. But life was growing inside me, and I felt an urgency to make this world more habitable. I went searching for hope and found it marching through the streets of New York City, chanting Black Lives Matter.
Growing up Ethiopian, I took pride in our history as a people who were never colonized. I didn’t always know I was Black. That realization came in college when a man in the cafeteria refused to serve me. That moment was a revelation. I had always known my skin was Black, but it was the first time I had been reduced to that alone. It was the first time I understood how the world might see me differently than the fullness in which I saw myself. Hope, though, was nearby—found in the pages written by Octavia Butler, James Baldwin, and others who gave context and language to my experience.
If hope has an address, I want to visit. Maybe even move in. But hope seems nomadic, intent on being near the action: on the lips of a resistance song, powering the legs of marchers, or reaching for books that illuminate the path forward. Perhaps the action is where hope lives—or maybe hope is action itself.
Julius H. Moss, Ed.D. ('22), MPA, M.Ed.
Associate Clinical Professor, Interim Chair & Program Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences
BHM holds a sacred place in my heart for several important reasons. From reading about its evolution from Negro History Week to Black History Month to observing more recent movements like Black Lives Matter, Black History Month continues to serve as the foundation for acknowledging the contributions of Black people to American society. My introduction to Black History Month was community-led programs that occurred usually at a church, community center or library. One program’s theme was regarding a book entitled, “Miseducation of the Negro”, authored by the ‘Father of Black History Month’ Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Woodson’s analysis on the condition of Black people within the United States at the turn of the 20th century provided an additional commentary on the necessity of properly educating a community one generation removed from the bondage of chattel slavery. A contemporary of two renowned Black educators, Booker T. Washington, President of Tuskegee (University) Institute, and W.E.B. DuBois, sociologist and the first Black American to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard University, Dr. Woodson argued that the erasure of a people’s contribution from society causes irreparable damage that cascades throughout time. His remedy; creating a period of reflection on the contributions of Black Americans. Woodson highlighted contributions from any industry or field and he debuted his week of acknowledgement the second week in February 1926 in commemoration of the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln (NAACP, n.d.). Dr. Woodson’s work introduced me to other authors who highlighted similar contributions of Black people throughout the diaspora. J.A. Rogers, John Hope Franklin, John Henrik Clarke, Henry Louis Gates, and many other historians which affected me so that I received my bachelor’s degree in History with a focus on African and African American history.
As I reflect upon the meaning of Black History Month, I recall efforts to not acknowledge the contributions of Black people in America including one state’s reluctance to acknowledge Dr. King’s birthday as a federal holiday to my home state’s efforts to thwart student-led movements to observe Black History Month within public schools throughout the 1980s and early 1990s; however, with the advent of internet access, Black History was no longer limited to community programs during the month of February. I stood in amazement as I watched as students could research notable figures like Benjamin Banneker, Ida B. Wells, Hiram Revels, Fannie Lou Hamer, Charles Drew, and many others with ease during the presidency of the United States’ first Black president, President Barack Obama. Nevertheless, I continued to share both the importance of and my love for Black History with our children and now, with our grandchildren. To conclude, consider this quote from historian John Henrik Clarke who once stated that, “Black history is merely the missing pages of world history.”
This reflection is dedicated to memory of Mrs. Ora C. Davis Hamilton, my maternal great-grandmother, who served as an educator and a principal of a segregated school in central Texas.
Resources and Renewal to Inclusion
To show support throughout Black History Month, we invite you to visit the Office of Diversity and Inclusion website to find inspiring Zoom backgrounds, and a range of other educational resources.
As we celebrate Black History Month, let us recognize and honor both the achievements and sacrifices made by trailblazers throughout our nation's history. Let us also renew our dedication to combating the persistent racism and violence faced by the Black community and continue striving to build a campus and society that is inclusive and welcoming to everyone.
Sincerely,
Eduardo M. Peñalver, President
Natasha Martin, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
Honoring Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month
Dear Campus Community,
November 1st marks the beginning of Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month. As we welcome this important observance, Seattle University is proud to affirm and celebrate the diverse cultures and traditions that shape Native American and Alaska Native Heritage. This month provides an opportunity for focused attention on honoring the contributions, legacies, and resilience of the First Nations, Inuit, and Native American tribes who have inhabited and stewarded this land for thousands of years. Building on our recognition of Indigenous People’s Day last month, let us reflect on the profound influence of Indigenous communities on our nation and confront the ongoing systemic challenges they encounter. Let us also appreciate the vast knowledge and wisdom they hold which enriches our culture, deepens our understanding of the land, and inspires us to pursue justice and reconciliation. We encourage you to deepen your learning, growth, and support of the Indigenous community by exploring the happenings and resources of the Indigenous Peoples Institute, Center for Indian Law and Policy, and our various student-led organizations, including the SU Indigenous Student Association, SU First Nations, Hui O Nani Hawai’i Club, and Native American Law Students Association.
In line with our LIFT SU principles, and in support of our commitment to pursuing inclusive excellence, we recognize that fostering inclusion means amplifying voices from a variety of perspectives. We are especially honored to partner with a student leader this month to share reflections on what Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month means to her. We offer deep gratitude to Branndi Bowechop, ‘26, for sharing her story and perspective, and trust that you will receive her words with openness.
Branndi Bowechop
Psychology Major, class of 2026
Student Athlete - Track and Field
President of Indigenous Student Association
Peer Health Educator with Wellness and Health Promotion
Ɂux̌u·Ɂaƛa·ksa Ɂux̌u·s q̓aq̓a·pakx̌iya· (Hello everyone, My name is Branndi Bowechop)
To me this month is to represent our people, it is a reminder that we are still here. It is important that we acknowledge everything that our ancestors endured and overcame. Without them, we would not be here. As someone who has had the privilege to have grown up immersed in my culture, continuously taught our teachings and history, I have made it a goal of mine to be able to do my best to bring that here to campus. To make it feel more at home, to be able to create a community for us here on campus, to have people to connect with and support one another. I hope that our community on campus can become more educated on Native American culture and learn to put aside systemic stereotypes.
Resources and Renewal to Inclusion
To show support throughout Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month, we invite you to visit the Office of Diversity and Inclusion website to find inspiring Zoom backgrounds, and a range of other educational resources.
As we continue to reflect and honor Native American and Alaska Native Heritage throughout November and beyond, let us celebrate the significant and inspiring achievements, traditions, and wisdom of Indigenous peoples both in our nation and globally. We must also reaffirm our shared commitment to combating the persistent injustices faced by Native American and Alaska Native peoples and strive to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
Sincerely,
Eduardo M. Peñalver, President
Natasha Martin, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
Honoring Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month
Dear Campus Community,
Yesterday, September 15th, marked the first day of Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, which runs through October 15th. This month offers a chance to honor and celebrate the innumerable contributions that Hispanic and Latin American individuals and communities have made to the history and culture of the United States. We recognize that the term “Hispanic and Latin American community” encompasses a vast range of individual and distinct peoples, groups, and cultures, and we extend our recognition and respect to each community for their unique stories.
The Hispanic and Latin American community’s contributions to the prosperity of our nation and society offer examples of excellence and perseverance. Therefore, especially during this time in our nation’s history, it is crucial that we seek deeper understanding as we acknowledge and lift up the contributions and the rich cultural heritage of this community. To our students, faculty, and staff who identify as part of the Hispanic and Latin American community – we see you, and we recognize and celebrate the richness you add to the Seattle University community.
In line with our LIFT SU principles, and in support of our commitment to pursuing inclusive excellence, we recognize that fostering inclusion means amplifying voices from a variety of perspectives. We have invited two of our colleagues to share their reflections on what Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month means to them. We offer deep gratitude to Rose Kaser, Assistant Director, Flex JD Program; and Sonia Barrios Tinoco, PhD., Associate Professor and Chair, Modern Languages and Cultures, for sharing their stories and perspectives, and trust that you will receive their words with openness.
Rose Kaser, MFA
Assistant Director, Flex JD Program, School of Law
What Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month Represents to Me
I am an immigrant who has spent the last 20 years in the United States. Growing up in Mexico, my experiences were not defined by close-knit family gatherings or vibrant traditions, but by everyday moments that connected me to my heritage and the broader human experience.
For me, Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month is about recognizing and celebrating our shared experiences. It is a reminder that, at a fundamental level, we all seek connection, community, to feel seen and valued, and the opportunity to lead happy and fulfilling lives.
Being part of both Mexican and American cultures has been a unique and rewarding experience. This duality has given me the opportunity to see the world through multiple lenses and to appreciate the richness that comes from blending different ways of life. This month is a time to honor this unique perspective, celebrating not just my own heritage, but the interconnectedness of all the cultures that have influenced my journey.
More than just a celebration of traditions, Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month is a chance to embrace inclusivity and the value of learning from each other. Living between two cultures has taught me that each individual story adds to our personal and collective narrative, and it’s our universal human experience that unites us.
Reflecting on my journey as an immigrant, I have learned to embrace new ways of life while staying true to my roots. Navigating and appreciating two cultures has allowed me to craft my own story within both. To me, this month is a celebration of belonging—a powerful reminder that, no matter where we come from, our connections are stronger than our differences, and we all belong together.
Sonia Barrios Tinoco, PhD
Associate Professor and Chair, Modern Languages and Cultures
I am originally from Venezuela and, as I grew up, I do not recall having month-long celebrations like this one back home. My elders along with my teenage parents started to progressively migrate from Colombia to my country during the late sixties, in search of a society in which they could find job opportunities that would allow them to improve living conditions for their children and themselves. They had to make the grueling decision of leaving it all behind, and going to another land with nothing but uncertainties and hopes for a better future. Thanks to their actions, the values they instilled in me and their example, I had a beautiful upbringing in Venezuela. After receiving a scholarship from UC Berkeley, I graduated in 2009 from my doctoral program and realized that I had no country to go back to. Venezuela had fallen -and still is- under a dictatorial regime. I started to transit a painful path my family had walked before me. To make a living and have a good quality of life, I had to sadly look elsewhere, make my life elsewhere. I come from an immigrant family and became an immigrant myself. I profoundly thank this country for having adopted me and giving me freedom and so many invaluable opportunities. A country in which Hispanic Heritage month as well as many other celebrations are held every year to cherish the contributions and beauty of different cultures. Nevertheless, it is my firm belief that the more we respectfully and with curiosity approach each other to get to know one another, the more empathy there will be amongst us, and the desire to seek the wellbeing of all will be our common and highest goal. In that line of thought then, I would like to invite us all to go beyond the labels and come back to the most simple and basic, yet, perhaps, most difficult. I would like for us to see each other in the eyes and recognize the human being, the living being in front of us, so that we can all appreciate, and learn from each other every day.
Resources and Renewal to Inclusion
To show support throughout Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, we invite you to visit the Office of Diversity and Inclusion website to find inspiring Zoom backgrounds, and a range of other educational resources.
As we continue through Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, let us take this opportunity to acknowledge and appreciate the many contributions and sacrifices made by this vibrant and diverse community. Let us also renew our dedication to combating racism, xenophobia, and violence directed at those of Hispanic and Latin American heritage, and strive to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
Sincerely,
Eduardo M. Peñalver, President
Natasha Martin, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion