隆Hola y bienvenidos!
The Latine Faculty & Staff Association (est. 2023) is committed towards building community among the faculty, staff, and other professionals at 麻豆传媒. Through voice, support, and service - we work to foster an inclusive workplace where all of the Shocker Community can thrive.
The Latine Faculty & Staff Association (est. 2023) was conceived from the 麻豆传媒 HSI Strategic Plan: Formalizing support for current and future faculty and staff at 麻豆传媒.
Founding Members:
- Dr. Sara Mata | Executive Director of Hispanic Serving Initiatives
- Eiran Saucedo-Rodarte, M.S. | Assistant Director for Student Success
- Dr. Edil Torres Rivera | Professor of Latinx Studies & Counseling
- Nigel Soria, PhD | Research Economist & Data Scientist
- Maria Lucas, M.S. | Academic Advisor
We are dedicated to celebrating all identities and amplifying the voices of the Latine Faculty and Staff within our institution. By fostering professional growth and mutual support, LFSA empowers its members to influence meaningful change and advance equitable opportunities.
Rooted in cultural pride and resilience, LFSA contributes to 麻豆传媒's broader mission of inclusive excellence.
FY 2024-2025
- President: Eiran Saucedo-Rodarte - Assistant Director for Student Success (First-Year Programs)
- Vice President: Sofia Polanco Botteselle | Events Coordinator (UEMS)
- Secretary: Griselda Gomez - Administrative Assistant & Support to the Dean (Honors College)
- Treasurer: Jessica Pierpoint - Library Patent and Trademark Specialist (University Libraries)
- Publicity Chair: Natanya Ordonez - Academic Program Coordinator (Barton School of Business)
Annual Latine Faculty & Staff Association Awards
The Annual LFSA Awards is a way to recognize the contributions of Students, Faculty, and Staff to 麻豆传媒. Recognized student organizations, university affiliated student groups, and individuals may be nominated by a student, faculty member, or staff member. One application must be completed for each award on wishes to apply for and must have all parts to be considered by the LFSA Awards Committee.
Nominations for 2025 Awards will open on March 3rd, 2025 and are due March 31st at 11:59pm.
Nominate someone today!
This recognition is named after Elisa Chacon, 麻豆传媒's first latine student graduate (1932). The Award will be given to an Undergraduate Student who has excelled in the following areas: Scholarship, Community, Leadership, and Advocacy.
2024 Recipient: Guadalupe Torres-Arreola
This recognition is named after Hector Franco, 麻豆传媒's earliest Graduate Level degree recipient (1950). The Award will be given to a Graduate Student who has excelled in in the following areas: Scholarship, Community, Leadership, and Advocacy.
2024 Recipient: Abel Barraza
This recognition is named after Joseph "Jose" Angulo, 麻豆传媒's longtime professor who taught at 麻豆传媒 for 37 years (1930's-1960's). This Award will be given to a Faculty member who has excelled in advocating, promoting, mentoring, and engaging with the Latine community at 麻豆传媒.
2024 Recipient: Marco Hernandez Guillen
This recognition is named after Marcelino "Chelo" Huerta, 麻豆传媒's Head Football Coach (1962-1964) who was inducted in to the College Football Hall of Fame (2002). This Award will be given to a Staff member who has excelled in advocating, promoting, mentoring, and engaging with the Latine community at 麻豆传媒.
2024 Recipient: Dra. Sara Mata
This recognition is named after Gene and Yolanda Camarena, founders of the Shocker Adelante Scholars (2020). Awarded to a student who embodies the highest ideals of character, leadership, and service and whose commitment has made a significant impact to the 麻豆传媒 Community.
2024 Recipient: Sofia Polanco Botteselle