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As part of our mission to elevate Latino voices at GW and beyond, the Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute invites scholars, fellows, and faculty to contribute to opinion pieces, blogs and articles about contemporary issues affecting Latinos.
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Unaccompanied Children ‘Caught in the Clock’ of U.S. Immigration System
November 18, 2024
New Concept Summary Published by the Cisneros Institute and Acacia Center
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In Their Own Words
The Role of Latinos in the 2024 Election
November 4, 2024
Cisneros Scholars share their experiences in the 2024 election as they engage in voter registration, campaign internships, and reflect on what this moment means to them.
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Advocating for Change
October 23, 2024
The 2025 graduating class of Cisneros Scholars reflects on the experiences at GW that shaped their passions, career paths, and future plans.
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GW Student Delivers Remarks at White House Event Celebrating Milestone in Mentorship
October 16, 2024
Jesús Veliz shared his motivation for tutoring at a ceremony announcing that the National Partnership for Student Success had surpassed its goal.
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Cisneros Scholar Presents Research on LGBTQ+ Migrants
September 30, 2024
Cisneros Scholar Claire Avalos presented at the University Writing & Research Conference, addressing the issues LGBTQ+ migrants face in U.S. detention centers.
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GW Folklórico Takes the Stage at the White House
September 27, 2024
GW Folklórico performed at a White House reception for Hispanic Heritage Month, showcasing Latin American dances and celebrating cultural contributions.
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GW Experts Discuss History, Policy, and the 2024 Election
September 25, 2024
GW professors discussed immigration history, policy, and migrant well-being in the first session of CCAS’s "Dean's Election Conversation Series."
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Leading Immigration Scholars Discuss U.S. Immigration Policies and the 2024 Election
September 24, 2024
Cisneros Institute Director Elizabeth Vaquera joined a panel to discuss U.S. immigration policies' impact on families and the 2024 election.
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Courting Latino Voters: Which Candidate Has the Edge?
September 20, 2024
Latino voters will play a crucial role in the presidential election. But Cisneros Institute Director Elizabeth Vaquera said neither party is speaking their language.
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Ballet Slippers y Tacones
September 18, 2024
Mia Portillo, a dancer for 13 years, rediscovered her passion for dance through GW Folklórico, embracing her heritage and identity along the way.