Our Story
"I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study."
On Cornell's Giving Day, March 14, 2024 we hope you will take a moment to reflect on the difference the Latina/o Studies Program and Latine Student Success Office has made in your life and consider the difference you can make in the lives of future LSP and LSSO students.
Latina/o Studies is committed to providing excellence in teaching and scholarship across disciplines at Cornell University. We pride ourselves on creating a friendly and supportive environment and providing space and resources for students interested in the study of Latina/os in the United States.
Here are some ways your gift to Cornell's Latina/o Studies will make a difference for our students:
- New computers for its computer lab.
- Support undergraduate and graduate research grants.
- Sponsor guest speakers.
- Provide graduation stoles for our minors and a meaningful commencement celebration.
- Support LSSO's programming.
Here are some Latinx student reflections while at Cornell:
"What I remember best from my Cornell experience are the Latinx community events, LLC bbq, Latinx Unity Dinners, Fridays with Faculty luncheon series. I found a family here within the Latinx community."
"The LSP minor has allowed me to remain connected to my roots while expanding the knowledge that I had of Latino/a/x Studies, assisting me in solidifying my interests in conducting research that focuses on the Latino/a/x identity."
"The LSP minor gave me a home and a community. It gave me a pathway to a really great job and an opportunity to explore my Latine roots, in addition to providing me with community.
"The LSP (Latina/o Studies) minor was an incredibly important and enriching experience. It gave me the opportunity to learn more about my culture and connect with it in a deeper way, helping me connect and appreciate my identity.
What I loved most about the LSP minor was the sense of community and support it provided. Being surrounded by other students who shared similar experiences and backgrounds created a safe space where we could have open and honest discussions about our identities."
ACADEMICS • COMMUNITY • SUPPORT
Make a gift to the Latina/o Studies Program March 14, 2024.
