Antiguos alumnos
Meli Aparicio
Cohort 2
Born in Mexico, she is a first-generation college graduate. She also obtained a Medical Assistant Certification.
Patricia Bredehoft
Cohort 2
Born and raised in Costa Rica, she has volunteered for different groups and causes in Battle Creek for over 25 years.
Priscila Dieguez-Moya
Cohort 2
Born and raised in Argentina, she obtained a Master's Degree in Phycology and loves origami.
Myrna Phillips
Cohort 2
Born and raised in Mexico, she worked as a teacher. After immigrating, she worked as a liason for migrant farmers.
Angie Sackett
Cohort 2
She is an educator and founded a community college Latinos United Membership Club.
Paige Torres
Cohort 2
She has worked with marginalized low-income community members and advocates for victim rights.
Stephanie Weatherspoon
Cohort 2
She spent 10 years working in the education and nonprofit sector, working with families and youth.
Iris Barraza
Cohort 2
She is a proud recipient of the Kalamazoo Promise and was a panelist in the EmpowerHer College signing.
Sandra Calderon-Huezo
Cohort 2
Born in El Salvador, her family found sanctuary in Kalamazoo. She has served with multiple community organizations.
Perla Holguin
Cohort 2
Born in Mexico, she obtained her citizenship in 2022 and is pursing a degree in business.
Evelyn Pollard
Cohort 2
She attended WMU Colley Law School and her dream is to make an Olympic team.
Michelle Salazar
Cohort 2
Her true passion is to help other overcome barriers from the American system.
Angelica Valdes
Cohort 2
She cofounded a Hispanic Basic Ecclesial Community in Kalamazoo and a supportive Latina women group.
Vero Beller
Cohort 2
Born and raised in Mexico City, she has been an active English/Spanish interpreter in the community.
Virdiana Carvajal
Cohort 2
She has over 10 years of experience working with youth and youth advocates in out-of-school-time.
Ivett Lopaz Malagamba
Cohort 2
Born and raised in Mexico, she is a first-generation high school graduate and received her doctorate.
Isabela Robinson
Cohort 2
She is an obstinate Afro-Latin leader eager to advocate for equality and inclusion.
Maria Serrano
Cohort 2
Born in Columbia, she is a member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.
Frances Vicioso
Cohort 2
They are a Black, queer, people loving, LEGO obsessed, LatinX person.
Maricela Alcala
Cohort 1
My mission is to share my skills and passion to fill gaps, and advocate for respect and equality for Latinos.
Nicole Angel
Cohort 1
My mission is to be an empathetic and warm helping hand for those who are going through difficult times.
Gabriela De La Cruz Tello
Cohort 1
My mission is to raise my daughter and become a global citizen.
Elizabeth Garcia
Cohort 1
My mission is to commit to learning and growing in order to advocate and support those who are systematically oppressed.
Juliana Hafner
Cohort 1
My mission is to create a provide the necessary tools for low-income families to feel empowered.
Liliana Nogueria
Cohort 1
My mission is to be constantly striving to be the best version of myself and use my gifts of intelligence and charisma.
Elizabeth Rodriguez
Cohort 1
My mission is to be always growing and always evolving.
Natalie Saucedo
Cohort 1
My mission is to bridge relationships in my community and improve conditions for historically marginalize populations.
Adriana Cardoso Reyes
Cohort 1
My mission is to advance opportunities for my community.
Celia Bañuelos
Cohort 1
My mission is to exceed all goals and expectations, and live a life of integrity and purpose.
Fanny Fernandez
Cohort 1
My mission is to use experiences and knowledge to bring awareness to our Latinx community.
Lisa Garcia
Cohort 1
My mission is to be dedicated to contributing to the research around Latina leadership to help elevate Latinas into leadership positions.
Elena Mireles-Hill
Cohort 1
My mission is to cultivate transformative relationships and build toward a more just community.
Emily Olivares
Cohort 1
My mission is to support the transcendence of the Kalamazoo community.
Luciana Rua-Weaver
Cohort 1
My mission is to be a dependable, strong, and humble source of support and encouragement for any person.
Alicia Suarez
Cohort 1
My mission is to utilize my unique professional and personal strengths in ways that will inspire youth.
Late Eva Alvarez
Cohort 1
My mission is to grow and acquire leadership and professional skills to be the best advocate I can be.
Evelia Bautista
Cohort 1
My mission is to be a forever learner and evolve personally and professionally as needed.
Lizbeth Fuentes Rosas
Cohort 1
My mission is drivers licenses for all!
Stephanie Gillespie-Schrock
Cohort 1
My mission is to use my privilege to help raise voices of those who otherwise may not have the platform or ability to do so.
Lucinda Mosquera
Cohort 1
My mission is to develop my skills and strengths because of the passion I have for the wellness of my community.
Jeanette Perales
Cohort 1
My mission is to enhance the quality of life of marginalized communities through research and education.
Liliana Salas
Cohort 1
My mission is to be an authentic leader and provide higher education access to underrepresented students.
Rosario Uribe
Cohort 1
My mission is to connect with and build a great network of Latina women.