By: Alexa Solis Last Thursday, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump held a campaign rally at The Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nevada. Trump is known in the political realm for his somewhat racist sentiments directed specifically at Latino immigrants and a penchant for self-flattery. Unfortunately there are many Americans who are all too ready to… [Read More]
I Roll My R’s. So What?
By Alexa Solis The fluorescent lights of a small, Mexican restaurant flickered as a friend and I ducked in after a long day of classes. Rain tapped on the windows as we waited to order. I stepped forward, clearing my throat. “Yeah, uh, I’ll have a burrito,” I said, rolling my r’s as I spoke…. [Read More]
The 2016 Presidential Candidates as Cats
By Gabriella De Leon Do you ever look at your feline friend and wonder what he’d look like as a human? Ever do that with the presidential candidates? Of course you do. What would the next debate look like if they turned into cats overnight? Glad you asked. Jeb Bush – Exotic Shorthair The Exotic… [Read More]
Passione Latina: An Italian Connecting with Latino Culture
By Rosa Didonna I did it. I overcame a new obstacle. I discovered a yet unexplored part of my new American life. While still maneuvering between fraternity parties, waffles makers, greasy barbecues and endless homework that make me feel like a teenager again (I’m 24), I started my anthropological adventure for my Latino community project in my… [Read More]
Recipe: How to Make Marvelous, Authentic Mexican Rice
EN ESPAÑOL By Kristen Keks If you’ve had authentic Mexican rice before, in all its golden goodness, then you know when you’re eating a phony. It’s missing the subtle chicken flavoring and hint of onion. And if you’re like me, you’ve already scoped out the best places in town to get the best serving of… [Read More]