September 21, 2026
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Latinitas Students Highlight Leadership and Representation in STEM at Western Governors University

Salwa Yordi03 mins

Latinitas extends its sincere thanks to Western Governors University for hosting a meaningful and inspiring gathering focused on representation and leadership in STEM. Our Latinitas students were honored to join young leaders from Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders and Girl Scouts of Central Texas for an engaging conversation centered on what it means to lead, innovate, and break barriers…

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From Migrant Farm Worker to NASA Engineer: Dr. José Hernández Discusses Career & Amazon Prime Original Film “A Million Miles Away”

Jenny Castro020 mins

Dr. José Hernández is one of few Latinos to ever go to space, a dream he had since childhood. He has managed a successful career due to his ambition, hard work, and strong family values despite challenges such as loss, rejection, and life’s uncertainties. Born in California, Hernadez’s family originally hails from La Piedad, Michoacán,…

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From Miami to Broadway: Anette Barrios-Torres Infuses “My Fair Lady” With Cultura

Camila Dejesus020 mins

Fresh out of college and ready to take on the world, Anette Barrios-Torres scored the lead role, starring as Eliza Doolittle in Broadway’s National Tour of the beloved classic My Fair Lady. Mere months into her post-grad career, Barrios-Torres has already solidified herself as an impeccable lead– and the accolade is not unwarranted. Born in…

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