Education

Ricardo Guzman Awarded Honorary Degree by Wayne State University

by Ozzie Rivera

May 17, 2026

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Ricardo Guzman honor celebrates decades of Latino leadership, mentorship and activism in Southwest Detroit

Alumni of the Wayne State University Center for Latino/a and Latin American Studies pictured with LA SED Executive Director Mary Carmen Muñoz (center) met at LA SED's Youth and Senior Center on January 14 to officially launch the LEM/CBS/CLLAS Alumni Association.

Community

LEM/CBS/CLLAS Alumni Association Officially Launches with an Ambitious Agenda Ahead

by EL CENTRAL

January 22, 2026

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Wayne State alumni launch LEM/CBS/CLLAS Alumni Association, uniting decades of Latino/a leaders in Detroit to mentor students and preserve educational ...

CLLAS alumni have gone on to found and lead many impactful organizations in the region, including MANA de Metro Detroit, which celebrated its 30th anniversary and raises thousands in scholarship funds for young women each year.

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WSU CLLAS 2nd Annual Reunion

by EL CENTRAL

December 18, 2025

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On Thursday, December 12, more than 80 alumni and friends of the historic Wayne State University program once known as ...

Community

Latina Women Redefining the Business Industry Across Michigan

by Stephanie Sanchez

October 30, 2025

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Mujeres in Business: Michigan Edition 2025 celebrates Latina entrepreneurs’ stories of resilience, leadership, and empowerment across Michigan.

Community

Wayne State’s 2025 El Nuevo Comienzo Celebration

by EL CENTRAL

June 19, 2025

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Wayne State’s El Nuevo Comienzo celebrated Latina/o/x and Native grads with culture, community, and pride, honoring Detroit's vibrant Latino heritage.

55 graduates from across Wayne State University attended El Nuevo Comienzo 2024

Education

Wayne State’s El Nuevo Comienzo Celebration

by EL CENTRAL

June 20, 2024

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Discover Julie Rodriguez-Espinoza's inspiring journey from pandemic uncertainty to graduating Wayne State with honors. Read about her resilience and success.

Community

Leaving a Legacy: MSW Graduates Launch Latino/a Student Organization Before Crossing the Graduation Stage

by EL CENTRAL

May 30, 2024

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Wayne State MSW graduates Alondra Barajas and Jesus Cruz-Navarro establish Unidad de Guerrero/a(s), a Latino/a-focused student group, leaving a lasting ...

In September 2023, WSU President Kimberly Andrews Espy, Ph.D., (center) attended the Welcome Back Reception to help kick off Hispanic Heritage Month

Education

WSU to Affiliate with Excelencia in Education’s Presidents for Latino Student Success network

by EL CENTRAL

May 23, 2024

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Wayne State President Kimberly Espy joins Excelencia's Presidents for Latino Student Success, enhancing educational access and success for Latino students. ...

Dr. Espy has emphasized her commitment to being approachable by students and staff at WSU

Community

WSU President Dr. Espy Is Committed to Latino Student Success

by Juan Ochoa

February 28, 2026

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Discover Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy's transformative vision for Wayne State University, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and Latino student success.

Dr. Espy gives her acceptance speech at her investiture ceremony as university and community leaders look on.

Education

Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy Invested with the Symbols of Office as the 13th President of Wayne State University

by Jose Cuello

March 28, 2024

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Join the celebration as Wayne State University installs Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy as its first female president, prioritizing community and ...

Photo of Mario Grillo (right seated at table)with Bomba group RicanStruction and Jorge Chinea from Center for Latino Studies and Ollie Johnson from African American Studies

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Mario Grillo Presents Before Full House at Wayne State University

by Ozzie Rivera

March 7, 2024

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Discover the legacy of Machito & Afro-Cuban Jazz! Mario Grillo shares insights into Latin Jazz history. Don't miss his next ...

Culture & Arts

Bridging the Living and Dead Past and Future Through Art

by EL CENTRAL

October 27, 2023

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Español Abajo Artwork by Wayne State University’s Center for Latino/a and Latin American Studies (CLLAS) is currently featured in the ...

Education

Michigan Colleges Unite to Offer Admissions Info en Español

by EL CENTRAL

October 19, 2023

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Español Abajo Four respected local university institutions came together to offer a unique opportunity for Spanish-speaking students and their parents ...