To be Latino is to be part of a particular culture; a culture that radiates celebration and joy, a culture that has many unique customs and traditions, a culture of great food, enchanting dances and people with hearts of gold. Being latinx means “home”, means “family”, means “community”.
These values were on full display at the first Suffolk University Latinx Student Alliance Club meeting on October 6.
SULSA came to Suffolk with the goal of providing the Latinx student community and all those who want to appreciate Latinx culture a long-awaited university space.
The excitement and pride of every person present at the meeting was palpable. Attendees were buzzing with energy for this new organization.
“My expectations for this club are inclusiveness, building connections and growing the Latinx community in Suffolk,” said Brianna Diaz, a senior global business major at Suffolk.
Some members joined to create a deeper connection with their culture as well as to expose themselves to the experiences of others.
“I want to be connected to my culture and be its representative. Also, [I want to] learn more about different cultures and create a safe space for everyone,” said Fatima Perez, a junior lawyer.
Mari Ortega, a junior graphic design major, said she is “anticipating a more welcoming space, a really diverse group of people and representation that I haven’t seen yet at Suffolk for Latinx students. I think it’s a really refreshing moment, […] finally having this support group feels very exciting. I am very excited to see what we will do and to be around other Hispanic people.
David Salas, a finance freshman and treasurer of SULSA, said he joined not only for the culture, but also to gain experience in his field doing something he is passionate about.
“I expect to have a safe space in the club and I want to learn about the new cultures of Latin America. The [ran] for cashier [to] manage the money and see what we can do with that, as it would give me more experience in my direction as well as feeling part of the community,” Salas said.
SULSA welcomes all students who love and are interested in Latino culture to join the club every Thursday in Samia 218 during the activities period.
