Becoming a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) by 2027 is a high priority for our campus. Today we are writing to announce the launch of the HSI Initiative. We want to thank the campus community for your detailed and valuable feedback on the HSI report and recommendations. We would also like to thank the HSI Task Force Co-Chairs Dr. Oscar Dubón, Jr. and Dr. Kris Gutiérrez, and the students...
Tell us about the Latinx Mental Health Symposium. How did it come to fruition? Who all was involved?
The Latinx Mental Health Symposium was a groundbreaking event designed to address the unique mental health challenges faced by Latinx/e students at UC Berkeley. This initiative reflected a holistic approach to mental, psychological, spiritual, educational, and cultural wellness, underscoring the inseparability of mental health and academic success.
The Inaugural Latinx Mental Health Symposium was dreamt up by a diverse and...