We are the student ambassadors of Latino Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. We help plan and execute thoughtful events that enrich student life.
Semillas are Event Organizers
Semillas helps Latino Studies staff inform, plan, and execute thoughtful events that enrich student life.
Semillas develop their networking and communication skills by participating in special Latino Studies events with alumni, donors, and community members.
Semillas are Representatives
Semillas serves as a representative for the department in outreach and prospective student events such as new student orientation and org fairs.
Semillas are Volunteers
Semillas are regularly connected to volunteer opportunities in the community and participate in a collective day of action with Latino Studies faculty, staff, alumni, and donors.
Semillas are Influencers
Semillas contributes to content creation for the Latino Studies website, newsletter, and social media!
Travel Stipends
Access to professional development funds $500/academic year
Exclusive Semillas Merch
Networking opportunities with alumni, donors, community members
Use of Anzaldúa lounge
Being a part of fun and supportive community
Izzy Spencer
Alejandra Vadillo
Lupe Ventura
Linda Alvarado
Marco Vargas Roblero
Alondra Aranza
Dan Arredondo
Elizabeth Pompa
Nathalia Chavarria
Requirements:
Must have taken MALS courses and/or be a MALS major/minor
Attend regularly scheduled biweekly meetings
Participate in days of action/service
Support our student pantry, La Tiendita
Contact Luis Guevara at lvg@austin.utexas.edu for more information on how to become a Semilla for the 2025-2026 academic year!