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Meet the Latinas Learning to Lead
Class of 2006MAYRA J. ANGEL, from Danville, Kentucky is a sophomore attending Centre College and majoring in Foreign Languages and International Studies/Public Policy. She was selected because of her community service record which includes tutoring at local elementary and high schools, serving as the college representative at the Boyle County Library fundraising campaign, creating a clothes drive initiative to donate at the Centro Latino and other locations, and volunteering for Habitat for Humanity as Vice President of her college’s chapter.
“I am excited to have been selected to encourage and inspire leadership. I am honored to be chosen. I know that I will be surrounded by women who are driven to succeed and are dedicated to helping improve the world. What an opportunity! I am looking forward to meet our nation’s future leaders and to learn new things that we can affect positive change in our community.”
MARTHA BARRAGÁN, from East Palo Alto, California is a sophomore attending Foothill College and majoring in Sociology. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: positions held within the Student Government such as the Marketing Director and the Vice President of Activities, among others, serving as Co-Chair of the Latino Heritage Month Planning Committee, volunteering in her church and at the Stanford Medical School Blood Center.
“I am extremely excited, but at the same time very nervous of having such a big role and responsibility. However I am ready to take the challenge, give my best, and of course get the most out of this wonderful opportunity I have been given by such a prestigious institution.”
EVA BONILLA, from Denver, Colorado is a junior attending the University of Denver and majoring in Psychology and Spanish. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: her involvement in the Reform Plan for North High School, Earth Force coach at Bryant Webster, and Padres & Jovenes Unidos.
“I am excited and thrilled at the opportunity to meet other young Latinas from around the country, exchange ideas, and information. Overall, I am excited to have this opportunity to grow as an individual and a leader.”
JULIE CACERES, from Lake Oswego, Oregon is a junior attending Portland State University and majoring in International Studies with a focus on Latin America. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: participating with the Pre-Law Society, volunteering with the Governor’s Youth Summit, interning at the D.A.’s office, being the MC for the Gritalo Soy Latino annual event, and participating as a member of the Peruvian-Association Oregon Leadership Institute.
“I am honored to be chosen for such a prestigious Institute. My family and I were ecstatic when I found out because I am so passionate about helping my Hispanic community. I very much look forward to going to Washington, D.C. and meeting with the other 21 girls from across the nation, leaders, and mentors of NHLI. Surely it will be an unforgettable experience and I am so grateful to be a part of it.”
KARLA CORDERO, from New York, New York is a senior attending Fordham University and majoring in Political Science and Economics. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: participating in the NY AIDS Walk since 2000, NY Cares, and the Asthma Walk, volunteering for ASPIRA of New York, Inc., and acting as the facilitator and staff member of the Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute.
“I feel blessed and honored about being one of the 22 selected to participate for the 2006 Latinas Learning to Lead Youth Institute. I am extremely excited and determined to expand on my ability to be a better leader in hopes of strengthening my community and being a good mentor to other younger Latinas.
MERCEDES GARCIA, from Green Valley, Arizona is a senior attending the University of Arizona and majoring in Journalism and Sociology. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: instructing at the Pima Community College Adult Education Civics Citizenship classes, translating, working as and a publicity coordinator for the Continental Community Council, and teaching English to children in Costa Rica through the I-to-I World program. She is also a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda and the Sociology Club.
“I am honored and humbled to be chosen to participate in a program with so many other great and talented Latina leaders. The opportunity to participate and learn from these girls and other great Latina leaders is one of tremendous importance for together we can work on improving the future for the Latino community.”
BRIDGETTE GOMEZ, from Phoenix, Arizona is a senior attending Arizona State University and majoring in Secondary Education (Mathematics). She was selected because of her community service record which includes: serving as a Project Leader at the Salvation Army Mind Wizards, as well as the lead intern teaching mathematics to children through ASU’s Service Learning Program, and the Volunteer Coordinator for a multicultural honors society at ASU. She also reads to children and promotes literacy at UMOM’s homeless shelter, encourages students to reach for higher education by participating in student panels for high school students and visiting local high schools around the valley, and cleans up the community through ASU’s Community Service Program.
“My parents feel it’s important to help others when you can and have taught me that same ideology, so I’m super excited and feel honored being accepted into a program who’s mission is to help me become a strong leader in the community. I am looking forward to an unforgettable experience!”
RAQUEL GUDIEL, from Bell, California is a sophomore attending The College of Saint Benedict and is double majoring in Latin American Studies and Political Science. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: the ILEAD Fellowship, the Student Coalition for Global Solidarity, the Fast Forward Youth Program. She also served as the Cultural Affairs Board Representative, and participated in the Social Justice & Service Community.
“I never believed I would be one of the 22 women picked. I am really excited to see what the future holds after this experience. I am more than proud to represent my community.”
REBECCA DORLY JUAREZ, from Richfield, Minnesota is a sophomore attending Bethel University and majoring in Engineering and Spanish. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: serving as a member of Richfield High School’s National Honors Society, leading Asian Christian fellowship at Bethel University, and providing tutoring and homework help at Salem Evangelical Free Church in Minneapolis.
“I am honored to have been selected to participate in this program. I am excited to gain new skills, meet other motivated Latinas, and see what kinds of other great opportunities this can lead to.”
IDALIA LECHUGA-TENA, from Albuquerque, New Mexico is a senior attending the University of New Mexico and majoring in Economics and Political Science. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: serving as the treasurer of Young Democrats of New Mexico, and participating in her community in Mexico, New Mexico, Europe and Asia.
“I feel honored and fortunate to be part of such a prestigious institute for young Latinas like myself. I am aware of the great benefits the National Hispana Leadership Institute offers and this unique experience will aide me to become the best I can be personally, socially, and professionally.”
KRISTI LOZANO, from El Cerrito, California is a junior at the University of California, Los Angeles and is majoring in mathematics. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: math and science tutor for the Metas program at Contra Costa College and extensive tutoring for Contra Costa College & Middle College High School.
“Proud, excited, and deeply honored are only a few of the emotions I felt when I found out I was going to be one of 22 Latinas participating in this year’s program. I am now even more motivated to continue my involvement in the Hispanic community and am eager to implement the leadership skills that I will learn through the institute.”
EVA C. MADRIGAL, from Prescott, Washington is a junior attending Washington State University and majoring in Human Development. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: volunteering for the Vista Hermosa Day Camp, Odd Fellows Assisted Living Center, Vista Hermosa community, Washington State University Child Care Center, and Vista Hermosa Elementary School.
“I feel very privileged to be one of the 22 candidates chosen. I have always felt the need to be a positive role model to young girls and I know that being a participant in the Latinas Learning to Lead Youth Institute will greatly benefit me so that I can pass on more knowledge to the young people I come in contact with. I thank you for this opportunity.”
NATALI NAVARRO CAZAREZ, from Topeka, Kansas is a sophomore attending Washburn University and majoring in Biology. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: being a member of the BetaBetaBeta National Honor Society, being a member of the Honor Dean’s List, and being a member of the Hispanic American Leadership Organization of Washburn.
“I feel honored; this is at the same time very intimidating. This opportunity is putting me in the spot. It’s my turn to learn from others and take responsibility for this great honor. I am proud of whom I am and I am just looking forward to growing as a person.”
ASAIA PALACIOS, from San Antonio, Texas is a senior attending the University of Texas and majoring in Latin American Studies and Government. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: volunteering in London for Toynbee Hall, planning a 3-day LULAC conference for Latino high school students, and mentoring children.
“I feel very happy with this very prestigious honor.”
STEPHANIE PEREZ, from Arvada, Colorado is a junior attending Regis University and majoring in Communication and Spanish. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: the Annual Drug Free Youth Conferences held at Ranum High School, the INROADS Summer Clothing Drive, and the Ellen L. Torres Food Bank.
“As one of the 22 participants in the nation, I am honored and extremely excited to partake in the National Hispana Leadership Institute. I deeply thank all the support I have received from my family and from Regis University throughout my life and college career.”
MELISSA SAN MIGUEL, from San Francisco, California is a junior attending the University of California at Berkeley and majoring in Political Science. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: interning for Hispanics in Philanthropy, fundraising to build and develop schools in India, and reaching out to Latino high school students informing them about higher education through the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Berkeley Chapter.
“I am honored and elated to participate in this prestigious program. I look forward to obtaining more leadership skills that will be useful in helping my Latino community and motivating other Latinas to lead.”
DAISY SANCHEZ, from Santa Ana, California is a sophomore attending the University of California, Berkeley majoring in Political Science and Legal Studies. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: teaching a confirmation class at Newmann Catholic Church in Berkeley, tutoring children in elementary schools, teaching science at the Discovery Science Center, promoting school spirit with the University’s Rally Committee, and organizing a march against the violation of civil rights.
“I am honored and excited to have been selected to participate in this institute. This program will not only refine my leadership abilities, but will also further enable me to be a role model and give back to the Latino community.”
ANTONELLA SCARANO, from Miami, Florida is a sophomore attending Miami Dade Honors College majoring in Broadcast Journalism. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: founding the trilingual story time at her local public library, volunteering for Kids in Distress, the Miami Children’s Museum, the Coconut Grove Arts festival, the Miami International Book fair, and the Gus Barreiro Toy Drive.
“As a leader in my school and community I look forward to expanding my horizons on all that the NHLI represents. In a multicultural society it is important to be aware of these issues. As a Latina, I strive to represent both cultures and the NHLI will help me achieve just that!”
PAOLA TINTA, from Sterling, Virginia is a junior attending Johns Hopkins University and majoring in International Relations and Psychology. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: spending a summer raising funds and volunteering at a children’s center in Ecuador, volunteering through her sorority, Latinas Promoviendo Comunidad/Lamda Pi Chi Sorority, Inc., volunteering for La Organización Latina Estudiantil at her University, and leading and participating in various projects specifically catered to the Latino Community.
“It is a primary responsibility for today’s youth to grab hold of opportunities to lead, and be a positive example to others. I feel honored for having been chosen to be a part of a program that can assist me in doing just that.”
LAURA TORRES, from Phoenix, Arizona is a senior attending Arizona State University and majoring in Environmental Engineering. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: mentoring kids at Friendly House, acquainting high school students with ASU through Sparks, volunteering as a team leader for ASU Cares community events, Devils in Disguise, and the Cesar Chavez Day of Service.
“A feeling of excitement overwhelms me. It is an honor and a pleasure to be among the 22 Latinas who will partake on this journey. There is a need within me to learn as much as possible from the information that will be presented in the institute, due to the commitment that I have to my community.”
ANGELA TREVINO, from Rowlett, Texas is a senior attending the University of Oklahoma and majoring in Business Marketing. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: contributing time at a high school to talk to students about college and volunteering for a book drive for Hurricane Katrina victims.
“I am very honored and privileged to have been selected to participate in Latinas Learning to Lead. This once in a lifetime opportunity will not only enhance and strengthen my leadership abilities, but will also broaden my outlook on issues that impact our Latino community.”
JESSICA YOOS, from Lakewood, Colorado is a senior attending Colorado State University and majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She was selected because of her community service record which includes: Traffic Education and Enforcement Program Appeals Board, Student Legal Services Advisor at CSU, Turning Point Youth and Family Center, Denver Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Kids Night out, and the Colorado Health Fair.
“I am extremely honored and excited. As a Latina, I feel a great sense of responsibility to follow the path that other great Latinas have paved for me and to continue paving the road for others. As Latinas we must learn to lead and help each other succeed in our communities, work, families, and country
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