Northwest Hospitality Holds Fundraiser for Seattle’s Unhoused

Based in Seattle, Washington, Northwest Hospitality is a non-profit dedicated to changing the narrative of the homeless crisis that has affected the Pacific Northwest, most especially in Seattle and its surrounding areas. The non-profit organization was founded in 2016 by Executive Director Anton Preisinger and aims to help and provide resources for the community. Seattle,…

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Love Knows No Labels: Diving into Diverse YA Rom Coms at the Texas Book Festival

This past weekend the streets surrounding the Texas Capitol were filled to the brim with enthusiastic readers, well-known authors, and long-established news outlets, all determined to celebrate their love and appreciation for the art of literature as the 28th annual Texas Book Festival was underway. Originally founded in 1995 by Former First Lady and Librarian…

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Void In The Imagination: “Wakanda Forever” Sets to be Historic With Indigenous Representation in Superhero Films

The sequel to “Black Panther,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” had a much anticipated opening night on Friday,  November 11th. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the film’s historic for a couple of reasons. The first installment was of course impactful due to it’s predominantly Black cast, with the main…

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Educator James Borrego Discusses Radio & Film Program at San Antonio College

Photo by Isaac Melchor & Agustin De Leon/San Antonio College Student News For those interested in film and radio, San Antonio College offers a unique program that teaches students the fundamentals needed to succeed in the television, film, and radio industries. Currently, James Borrego is the Program Coordinator at SAC for the Radio-TV-Film program, where…

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“SPACE FOR ALL STEM FESTIVAL” Featuring Former NASA Astronaut Jose M. Hernandez

On Saturday, May 4th, a free STEM event was hosted by the city of Kent (Washington State) in partnership with the Kent Community Foundation and the Kent School District. The event titled “SPACE FOR ALL, STEM FESTIVAL” was a family-friendly event that provided interactive activities, informative brochures, and fun swag for all attendees. The event…

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Texas Tribune Festival Panels: From Civil Activists to City Leaders

Over the weekend, Texas Tribune held their thirteenth annual political Festival in Downtown Austin. It was a three-day event filled with intellectuals, insights, and lots of intrigue as Texas’ greatest minds gathered to discuss the current state of the country. With over 115 events happening throughout the weekend, it’s no surprise Texas Tribune Fest is…

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Desirée Cormier Smith US Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice

This past week, Latinitas had the incredible honor of speaking with the US Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice, Desirée Cormier Smith. Special Representative Smith has spent her life’s work giving back to others and this week was no different as she joined the Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken in honoring six recipients at…

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