Latino/a Students and Friends Association
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Mission
Latino Students and Friends Association (LSFA) is committed to empowering Latinas/os by extending knowledge of Latin heritage and culture to our student body.
Goal
Increase awareness of the social, political, historical, and cultural aspects of Latinos within the U.S. and abroad; Provide opportunities for leadership, team-building and collaboration with other entities within and outside of the TCSPP community; Actively promote and connect with others interested in Latino cultures and initiatives; Embrace cultural traditions and apply knowledge towards personal and professional growth and establish a mentoring program that will support students interested in psychology and higher education.
What we do
- Bring diverse speakers to campus
- Participate in events in Chicago’s Latino neighborhoods
- Host cultural events on campus
- Spanish hour every Wednesday at noon in the Wells Building Room 1014 (everyone's welcome)
How to become involved
- Email us at [email protected]
- Join us for Spanish hour every Wednesday
- Attend our events on campus and off campus
- Like us on Facebook: @TCS.LSFA
- Visit us in the Merchandise Mart room 4074/75
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Join us on Thursday for a special presentation by Dr. Leonor Torres Echenique a psychologist from Argentina who specializes in addiction. The presentation will be conducted in Spanish.
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This Wednesday 4/11 we will be having a potluck and event planning at noon in room 4074/75. We encourage everyone to bring a dish! We will also be presenting our new leadership team!
Big thank you to everyone who came to the Latinx rally last week. We rallied, we spoke, and we marched. It was a powerful moment for everyone. We will continue to raise our voices against injustice and stand up for marginalized communities. Stay strong mi gente! #NoBanNoWall
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