L.A.S.A. (Latin American Students' Association)

Type: Cultural

The members of the Spanish and Latino Students' Association of Gettysburg College desire to bring cultural, social and educational awareness to our fellow students about the Latino heritage and traditions.  This also insures that as Latinos, we grow and move forward in our adult lives remembering the significance of our roots.  As for non-Hispanics, it exposes them to a growing culture in the United States, which will help in understanding the Latino community.  S.A.L.S.A. therefore adheres to four main objectives:

1.  Culture:  To promote our culture by organizing, participating, and sponsoring events/activities that celebrate la cultura Latina.

2.  Social:  To promote a Latino atmosphere through organizing and/or sponsoring social events in or outside of the campus community.

3.  Community:  To serve our own communities through social/community service.

4.  Familia:  To create a community of friendship, respect, peer support, trust and understanding between all our members.

Contacts:
Gabriela Gaona, President

Ruth de Jesus, Advisor