Latinx Affiliated Organizations

DREAMers on Grounds is a student organization that strives to create an inclusive  and overall safe environment for undocumented students through education and advocacy. We strive to foster an understanding in the UVa and Greater Charlottesville community about the unique issues and challenges facing undocumented persons. We are committed to having strong ties with the University administration in order to provide students with the necessary resources to make their experiences a successful one. 

Events include: 

1. UndocuAlly Trainings: Learn how you can be an active ally to the undocumented community by coming to one of our many UndocuAlly Trainings. 

2. DREAM Week: Occurs every year towards the end of March. During this week, the executive board plans a variety of events to bring light to specific challenges faced by undocumented people, ranging from UndocuAlly Trainings to documentary screenings. 

NOMAS, the national organization of minority architecture students is an all-inclusive organization at the University of Virginia, aiming to unify and improve the experiences of the minority community within the architecture school. This is achieved through bonding events, workshops, and professional development. We help students hone their skills as designers while trying to have fun and ensuring all have a safe place within the A school. 

Events: 

We  have our annual competition and conference that we participate in.

We  have professional development events like portfolio reviews and firm crawls

We also have our annual competition and conference that we participate in.

We also have professional development events like portfolio reviews and firm crawls

The University Salsa Club is open to all University students, faculty, and staff interested in learning, dancing, and even performing a variety of dance styles including Salsa, Cha Cha, Merengue, and Bachata. If you are interested in joining the club or would like Salsa Club to perform/co-sponsor for your event/organization, email HoosASalsero@gmail.com.

Events: Weekly Monday night lessons, semesterly salsa showcases, salsa parties, SalsaFest Conference, and many social/bonding events.