Cisneros Scholars

Gabriela postcard from Spain

Scholars Abroad: Gabriela in Spain

How does Cisneros Scholar Gabriela Perez describe her study abroad experience in five words? "Best experience of my life."

Postcard of Ian near a mountain and post stamp to the right "Ian Gomez Duncanson" "Cisneros Class '24" "University of Chile"

Scholars Abroad: Ian in Chile

From the bustling streets of Santiago to the tranquil landscape of the Atacama Desert, Ian shares his fondest memories of Chile.

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ALIANZA: Celebrating and Promoting the Wellbeing of GW's Afro-Latina Community

From the more than 450 student organizations at GW, ALIANZA is the first Afro-Latina organization that advocates for the recognition of Afro-Latina culture.

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Visible Voices

From artistic to athletic platforms, six Afro-Latinx celebrities who advocated for their communities are featured.

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De Caras Lindas

During Black History Month, the Mayor’s Office on Latino Affairs (MOLA) in collaboration with the DC Afro Latino Caucus launched a social media campaign series to highlight the diversity of stories,...

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DC’s Neighborhood Heritage Trail

These photos explore parts of Greater U Street, highlighting the cultural and political contributions of African Africans.

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The Tastes of Home

For Cisneros Scholar Alex Bayon, food helps identify the importance of family and togetherness.

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Where Is Home?

One of our Scholars reflects on his experience visiting Puerto Rico, and what home means to him.

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The Importance of Self-Confidence

A Cisneros Scholar’s journey to self-confidence and some first-hand advice on how to get started with a journey of self-discovery and growth.

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A Latinx Guide to Celebrating Women’s History Month!

March is Women’s History Month, o como diría mi mamá, “el mes de la mujer”, and this is a guide on how to celebrate and honor it!