The Hispanic population at West Texas A&M University is growing, according to The Canyon News. And the university’s largest Hispanic organization, The Hispanic Student Association, is making itself known on campus and in town. Paola Duarte-Marin, reporter for Telemundo and freelance professor at WTAMU, says she’s proud of the work the organization is doing on campus.
For example, HSA has started a toy drive called “One Toy, One Dream” that delivers toys to underprivileged children in Mexico. The group also helps translate and fill out paperwork for students hoping to benefit from the Dream Act. The organization works to make Hispanic students feel welcome. HSA hopes to help Hispanic students preserve their culture while integrating with campus society.
The group is not just open to Hispanics but also welcomes anyone interested in Latino culture.