色花堂

We advocate for the Latine/x community, encourage K-12 students to attend college, advocate for Latine/x students to take on leadership and service roles and nurture students' during their adjustment to college life.

Programs and Activities

Latine Taller de liderazgo:

Specialized workshop tailored for leaders within the Latinx community student organizations. This program offers a unique opportunity for participants to develop into the rich skills of leadership skills inherent to the Latinx culture and leverage these inherent qualities within their roles. Through interactive sessions, students identify, and harness leadership skills deeply rooted in their community's values, traditions, and experiences.

Comunidad Spaces:

Dedicated spaces for Latine/x students to come together, celebrate their cultural identity, and engage in dialogue about the complexities and nuances of the Latine/x experience, fostering a sense of belonging and community on campus.

Cafecito and Chat:

Informal gatherings where Latine/x students can come together over coffee to build connections, share experiences, and provide mutual support in a relaxed and culturally affirming environment.

颁别濒别产谤补肠颈贸苍:

A bilingual graduation ceremony specifically for Latine/x students, their families, and mentors, featuring authentic food, performances, and keynote speeches from notable Latine/x figures making an impact in the Baltimore County community, celebrating the achievements and contributions of Latine/x students.

 

Resources

Latin American and Latino/a Studies

The Latin American and Latino/a Studies Concentration within the interdisciplinary studies major allows students to approach the study of Latin America as an area from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Latino Providers Network

The manages and coordinates a membership community base umbrella organization with over 70 organizations and 200 individual members that provide direct services to the Latino community in the Baltimore Metropolitan Region in the areas of health, education, immigration, business, employment, arts and culture.

Maryland Latinos Unidos

is a statewide network of organizations, businesses, and individuals who support Latino and immigrant communities. 

ALPFA Baltimore Chapter Home

seeks to enhance the visibility and growth of the professional Latinx community in Central Maryland by creating and supporting a network of developing professionals who impact the communities in which we work and live. 

Latino Racial Justice Circle

works with Latino youth and parents to offer a scholarship program in leadership training.

 

Get Involved

Student Organizations 

The is a Latine/x entity committed to promoting cultural enrichment, leadership development, and community engagement. LASO provides a platform for students of diverse backgrounds to come together and celebrate the intricacies of the Latin American heritage. With a focus on fostering academic excellence, social responsibility, and cultural appreciation, LASO aims to make a lasting impact within the 色花堂 community and beyond.

is a dynamic Latin-based dance organization dedicated to choreographing and performing traditional Latin American dances such as bachata, merengue, salsa, and many more. Pasi贸n鈥檚 mission is to foster a vibrant community where students can build confidence, explore Latine/x culture, and engage in the joy of dance. With inclusivity at their core, Pasi贸n welcomes individuals of all skill levels, offering a supportive environment for personal growth and artistic expression, all while honoring the rich Latino/x tradition.

The is a leading student organization dedicated to providing support for individuals pursuing careers in education. LEO's aims to cultivate a strong community that fosters academic and professional development of aspiring educators, particularly those of Latinx descent, as well as allies committed to advocating for Latinx students and communities within the education sector. By promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, LEO aspires to contribute to a more representative and culturally responsive educational environment.

 at 色花堂 is a student chapter of the national Latino professional association established in 1972. ALPFA鈥檚 mission is to empower Latine/x men and women as leaders in the global economy by teaching vital skills such as networking, resume building, and negotiating, as well as providing employment opportunities by hosting career fairs and workshops.

 Embracing the term "Afro Latine," ALSO acknowledges and celebrates the diverse experiences of students with roots in both Hispanic and African American communities. This organization recognizes the complexity and richness inherent in the intersectionality of these identities. 鈥淎fro Latine鈥� fosters a culture of inclusivity and celebration to promote unity and solidarity among students from diverse backgrounds on campus.