Zainab Mudallal Contributing Writer Over a hundred students gathered outside of McKeldin Library holding up signs and chanting in unison in an attempt to voice their concerns about the possible 10 percent tuition increase for university students, two weeks ago. This was a day after the Maryland House of Representatives passed a balanced budget where [...]
Jenn Davis Co-editor-in-chief The number of student protest groups has grown in Chile over the past year, as young people are demanding a new framework for democracy in the country. In between the large crowds and loud chants, all eyes are on one person: the 23-year-old geography student who has become the face of the [...]
Chelsea Jordan Contributing Writer A student led initiative in Montgomery County is giving Latino students a better chance at a bright future. The program called Salto Al Futuro, was started at John F. Kennedy High School to address problems in graduation rates at the school. Founded in the 2006-2007 school year, the program was aimed [...]
Gabby Siskind Staff Writer Jennifer Lopez announced she will partner with Walden Media to make a film version of the popular children’s computer game, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?, according to Deadline Hollywood. Although there is speculation as to whether Lopez will play the main character, she is officially attached as a co-producer. [...]
Shannon McHale Contributing Writer “I was dead, and dead people do not talk.” These are the words of Carlos Mauricio, one of the few torture survivors of the Salvadoran civil war and a plaintiff in Romagoza vs. García and Vides Casanova, the landmark case that found his torturers guilty. On November 16th, a group of [...]
May Wildman Contributing Writer More than 50 people gathered for the Coalition of Latino Student Organization’s annual Holiday Bash at the Nyumburu Cultural Center’s multipurpose room for a chance to relax and eat with friends before the rush of finals. The Dec. 1 Holiday Bash’s purpose was to raise money for CLSO to host its [...]
Emily Marshall Contributing Writer Cuba may be a ways away from UMD, but at the corner of 9th St. and G St. anyone can spend a night on a Havana street. Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar’s high ceilings, cobblestone floors, and Cuban architecture allow patrons to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere indoors. Chef-Partner Guillermo Pernot [...]
Rachel Rosenthal Contributing Writer Racial diversity in fashion is still an unrelenting issue although the industry is consistently tasked with expanding and defending its narrow view of beauty. Over the past two to three years, plus-size female models like Crystal Renn, Marquita Pring, and Robyn Lawley have conquered high-fashion magazine covers, ad campaigns and runways. [...]
Rachel Rosenthal Staff Writer Siestas, two to four hour long midday breaks spent leisurely eating lunch or taking a nap, are customary in Spanish culture, but with a struggling economy, Spaniards may not be able to afford this tradition that for some borders on sacred. “It is quintessentially Spanish,” said Lauren Feldman, junior Spanish major [...]
Emily Marshall Contributing Writer Whether you are looking to dance or listen, there are various authentic Latin clubs as close as Baltimore, Annapolis, or Washington, D.C. Latin Palace, which is in Baltimore, is equipped with a large dance floor and plays music ranging from salsa and merengue to bachata and reggaeton. The club also offers [...]