Wisconsin Statewide Latino Session 2022

(Photo: left to right) Luis Benevoglienti, Associate Director – Office of Multicultural Student Affairs; Junior Segundo, Freshman – Business Management; Esmeralda Aguilar, Senior – Political Science; Amanda Markwardt, Multicultural Initiatives Specialist – Office of Multicultural Student Affairs; Blanca Tovar, Senior – Psychology; Yajhaira Vargas, Junior – Elementary Education

On March 14, OMSA staff members and four students had the opportunity to attend the Wisconsin Statewide Latino Session 2022 in Madison. This event, planned by the Hispanic Collaborative, was a convening of Latino Leaders from across Wisconsin from the nonprofit, private, and public sectors. This was a great experience for staff and students alike as we had the opportunity to learn and engage in discussions surrounding topics that affect the Latino community and network with professionals from across the state including members from community based organizations, educational institutions, corporate companies, as well as elected officials and entrepreneurs.

-Luis Benevoglienti

Associate Director, Office of Multicultural Student Affairs

What Students Said about Their Experience

“I was able to expand upon my networking, and was even able to get an interview…which worked out amazing as I'll be graduating in May.” 

“One thing I learned from the conference was how important voting is and how little people from our community are actually voting which made me make the decision to vote for the first time and try to encourage my family as well to hopefully make a change.”

In April We Celebrate Asian Heritage Month

Asian Heritage Month Kick-off

Apr 4 | 12 pm - 1 pm| Student Center Ballroom



Kick off Asian Heritage Month with us! Enjoy authentic cuisine while enjoying a cultural performance by Natyarpana Dance Company, henna tattoos, and networking with the Parkside Asian community!

Squid Games Competition

Apr 5|5:30 pm-7:30 pm| Sports and Activity Center, Fieldhouse

Join the Parkside Asian Organization for a battle of the fittest! Play our favorite childhood games including Red Light, Green Light, Tug of War, Dalgona Cookie Game, and more! Winners get prizes!

Asian Representation in Pop Culture

Apr 11 | 12 pm - 1 pm |

Student Center Walnut Room

Join this presentation and discussion featuring Parkside faculty member, Dr. Jacquelyn Arcy, on Asian representation in pop culture. Explore the history of Asian stereotypes in media, celebrate the recent wins and discuss what the future holds for Asians in pop culture. 

Visit the Asian Heritage Month Website to learn about upcoming events this month.

Join Parkside Asian Organization or Parkside InternationaI Club

For more opportunities to engage, attend Parkside International Club biweekly on Mondays from 5-6 pm and Parkside Asian Organization weekly on Wednesdays from 12-1 pm.

MOSAIC Workshop: Say Their Names

A Discussion on Violence Against the Trans Community

Mar 31 | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm| Molinaro 111

March 31 is the International Trans Day of Visibility. Join the workshop to learn about how violence impacts the lives of transgender folx in the U.S. 

Career Prep Week

Mar 29-31| The Commons, Wyllie Hall D1

Career Prep Week is a great time to get ready for the upcoming Internship & Career Fair on April 13th. Get your resume and LinkedIn account reviewed, practice interviewing skills, and register for the event using Handshake.

Click here to learn about each event this week.