25-year-old Allegra Rodriguez wears many hats, not only is she the current Miss Texas Latina but she is also an entrepreneur and aircraft technician which is fueled by her passion for STEM. Originally from Mexico, Rodriguez moved to Texas after fleeing a domestic violence household and is now thriving as a model, pageant queen, and…
Having just premiered at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival, Agniia Galdanova’s documentary “QUEENDOM” is a raw, emotional journey that chronicles the life of Gena Marvin. As explained in the official film synopsis, the documentary follows the life of, “Gena, a queer artist from a small town in Russia, [who] dresses in otherworldly costumes made from…
At 19 years old, popular singer Ashley Acosta has made a name for herself with her powerful and versatile vocal abilities. She has mastered singing in English and Spanish, and is known for her multiple appearances on Spanish-language television networks where she’s competed in a variety of musical competitions. Born and raised in Houston, Texas,…
This Saturday on June 8th, 2024, Mariachi USA will hold its 35th anniversary music festival at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, CA. Founded around 1990 by Producer and Entrepreneur Rodri Rodriguez, the festival is a cultural celebration of traditional Mexican Mariachi music and will feature performances from some of the most dynamic Mariachi ensembles from within the…
By Natasha Ford “Clap When You Land,” Elizabeth Acevedo’s latest novel-in-verse explores two identities, one in the Dominican Republic and one in New York City, and what it means to be Dominican and Afro-Latinx. She also deals with grief, family and finding out how you fit into a world without a loved one. “Clap When…
Cada año, el 22 de abril marca una celebración global muy significativa: el Día de la Tierra. Esta fecha nos brinda la oportunidad de reflexionar sobre la importancia del cuidado del medio ambiente y de renovar nuestro compromiso con la conservación de nuestro planeta.El cuidado del medio ambiente es esencial para garantizar un futuro sostenible…
With the buzz of Halloween and the holidays, it’s important to take time to honor Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Together, we can take a look at the history of Día de los Muertos and how this holiday came to fruition. We can also observe the traditions of Día de los Muertos…
Colegios comunitarios, o mejor conocidos como “community colleges”, ayudan a muchos en su educación y avance profesional, especialmente a las poblaciones minoritarias. Sin embargo, las líderes latinas en estas instituciones enfrentan desafíos únicos, los cuales son influenciados por las intersecciones de raza y género. De acuerdo a un estudio en inglés “The Intersections of Race…
The Bay Area Book Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year June 1-2 and will feature several Latina authors, including Dani Trujillo. I had the pleasure of speaking with Ms. Trujillo about her books, her experience as an up-and-coming Latina author, and what we can expect from her at this year’s festival. This will…
