Archive for 2012

La Tierra del Olvido: Playing for Change

Check out this amazing video by the organization “Playing for Change.” The videographers brought together 75 musicians from across Colombia. Their goal: “to unite and inspire the people of Colombia so they can move forward from years of conflict and create a positive future.”    

Irma Márquez: young immigrant’s journey leads to permission to stay

Irma Márquez, a 2012 Gustavus grad, is an amazing young woman with an incredible story, here told to Minnesota Public Radio.    

Peace Corps Seeks Spanish Language Speakers

Peace Corps programs in Central and South America need volunteers with basic and advanced Spanish language skills together with a degree and/or experience in health, education, English teaching, youth and community development, business and micro-enterprise development, environmental education or studies, agro-forestry and sustainable agriculture. Serving in the Peace Corps is an ideal way to improve […]

Dream Act Wins in Maryland!

Great news for Dreamers and their friends  

Learning to Serve Spring Break Program in Petatlán, México

Petatlán, México – March 30 – April 7, 2013 The Learning To Serve Spring Break Program in Petatlán has been an amazing experience for many Gustavus students. This time, let it be you! On the program, you will work with the local community, stay as the guest of a Mexican family, and practice Spanish (no […]

El Mundialito – LALACS Soccer Cup 2012

¡¡¡GOOOOOOOOOOOL!!!! On Saturday, October 6, six profs, over 40 students, and several Friends of LALACS gathered in Lund to play the first annual LALACS Cup.  We played hard, laughed hard, and celebrated the new major AND the winning team. Click on the link below to see the movie!  El Mundialto 2012

Meet the Majors: Andrea Doebler

We are so pleased to announce our second LALACS major, Andi Doebler. My name is Andi Doebler and I’m a Spanish and LALACS double major from Albany, Minnesota. I’m in my third year at Gustavus, and involved in Pound Pals and Intramural athletics as well as other activities on the side such as biking, downhill […]

Hispanic Heritage Month/ Mes de la Hispanidad:

Hispanic Heritage Month/ Mes de la Hispanidad: Below are events related to the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in October! Come and have fun, get involved, and learn about the Hispanic World! Several of these events are to kick-off our new major! On campus/in Saint Peter Saturday, October 6, 9am-12pm, South Mall: LALACS Soccer Cup (in […]

Rachel Chase, first LALACS major at Gustavus!

GUSTIE OF THE WEEK!  Rachel Chase, our first major!  This is a great article about a wonderful person and a dedicated student. Thank you, Rachel, for being our first major!

LALACS is launching a new major!

In the Fall of 2012, students can declare a major in Latin American, Latino & Caribbean Studies! Be among the first to graduate with the new major, which examines issues such as globalization, identity, and community in Latin America. Learn about Latin American culture and history, study abroad, and serve others while you prepare yourself for our […]