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Northern Kentucky University students get League of United Latin American Citizens scholarships


Northern Kentucky University students were honored and presented with scholarships by the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC).
 
NKU once again hosted LULAC’s 14th Annual Scholarship Recipients Celebration. The event recognized 29 Latino students from area colleges for their scholastic achievements and success.
 
“I’m exceptionally proud of our student scholarship recipients who work so hard in the classroom and actively engage in civic and volunteer experiences,” said Dr. Dan Nadler, vice president for Student Affairs.
 
“These students are inspiring examples those making a significant difference in the Latino community. They represent the Future Leaders of America,” said Leo Calderon, director of NKU’s Latino Programs and Services.
 
NKU LULAC Scholarship Recipients:

Yessenia G. Cantero
Wendy K. Cantero
Jennifer D. Gonzalez
Andrea C. Moreno-Garza
Alexandra M. Navarro-Guzman
Sandra G. Onate
Angie J. Principe
Miguel A. Rodriguez
 
NKU’s Office of Latino Programs & Services was established in the spring of 2001. It is one of the few offices in the region dedicated to serve the growing Latino student population.

The office sponsors and supports programs that provide students service-learning opportunities in the local community and other countries.
 
For more on LULAC’s scholarships, visit its website.


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