By: Nayeli Alonzo Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 518 Estimated Reading Time: 2 Minutes “A roller coaster of emotions” is how Michelle Luna-Lopez describes her journey at Towson University. Luna-Lopez, who is graduating this May with a degree in computer information systems, has already secured a full-time position as a cybersecurity analyst at Booz Allen Hamilton after graduation. Although her postgraduation plans are set, her path throughout college was not always linear

By: Monica Ramos Flores Edited By: Andres Biera Word Count: 539 Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes Starting off their college journey in 2020 was now graduating senior, Angel Hernandez. The First-Generation Mexican’s entire first year of higher education was online. So, instead of walking around campus, meeting his peers, and an average college experience, he had to do it through a screen. Though his sophomore year was back in-person, he felt his first day of class was his first

By: Jael Hernandez Edited By: Andres Biera Word Count: 496 Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes Haniel Lopez is a second-generation college student, whose journey through college is nothing short of impressive. Born in Texas, and having moved to Maryland at only a few months old, education was enforced in his household by his family. Haniel’s mother pursued a degree in computer science in her native Honduras, but wasn’t able to finish her schooling. His father dropped out of mi

By: Monica Ramos Flores Edited By Ariana Arias Word Count: 900 Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes Walking the stage in the next couple of weeks is Abigail Mendez, a first-generation student at Towson University majoring in sociology, anthropology and criminal justice with a minor in deaf studies. Let’s take a peek into her journey here at Towson University. Mendez came to Towson after her first choice being FIU (Florida International University). The question was not whether

By: Nayeli Alonzo Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 1,060 Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes Alexandra Blandon came to college with a clear goal: becoming the first Blandon to graduate from an American university. This spring, Blandon will walk proudly across that stage and achieve exactly that. Blandon will graduate with an anthropology and sociology degree with a concentration in criminal justice and a minor in political science. As a first-generation student, Blandon

By: Andres Biera Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 457 Estimating Reading Time: 3 Minutes When Angel Mejia first arrived at Towson University, he kept to himself. Like many first-generation students navigating college for the first time, he was still learning what it meant to find his place on campus. His routine was simple: go to class, do homework, eat, sleep and repeat. At the time, college felt more like something to get through than a community to fully experience. Bu

By: Sofia Garcia Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 1,020 Estimated Read Time: 4-5 Minutes Ariana Nohemi Pacas-Diaz would not change a thing about her undergraduate journey. Her devotion to her faith, her love for her family and her admiration for her sorority sisters were cornerstones that made her journey memorable. Not only did these cornerstones encourage her throughout her journey, but her motivation to build a bright future for herself kept her going. Pacas-Diaz strived

By: Sofía García Edited by: Ariana Arias Word Count: 520 Estimated Read Time: 2 minutes Kimberly Yupa-Cuzco is an Ecuadorian student leader who enjoys getting involved in extracurriculars. Facing challenges, joining clubs and finding community all played a role in her college journey. Yupa-Cuzco faced many challenges that are common among college students. She had a difficult time adjusting to being away from home, especially as the first of her siblings to attend college. Le

By: Monica Ramos Flores Edited By Ariana Arias Word Count: 750 Estimated Reading Time: 3 Minutes Jocelyn Herrera, a first-generation student at Towson University majoring in public health, is graduating this spring. She took some time to reflect on her journey, and here is what she had to say: For Herrera, choosing Towson University was an easy decision from the start. It was the first college she toured with her parents, which became a meaningful memory for both her and her

By: Andres Biera Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 537 Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes When Brayant Reyes first arrived at Towson University, he came with a clear goal: earn his education and prepare for law school. As a first-generation student, immigrant, Army veteran and nontraditional student, college was more than just the next step in his life. It was a dream built on discipline, sacrifice and the hope of creating a better future for himself, his family and his comm

By: Coenia Sanchez Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 1,060 Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes The start of Alana Fithian-Wilson’s journey at Towson University was fueled by her eagerness to get involved on campus and be a part of the campus community. She came into her freshman year starting as an FYE leader, working as a CCA, and getting involved with SGA. In the second semester of her freshman year, she joined clubs such as Pasión and was always looking for different ways

By Jael Hernandez Word Count: 2123 Estimated Read Time: 8-9 minutes (Top) Cris Esqueda / Golden Boy Promotions (Bottom left) Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC (Bottom Center) Candice Ward/AP (Bottom Right) FC Bayern. Collage by Jael Hernandez The past week has been an eventful one. From Fernando Mendoza going #1 overall in this year’s NFL draft to a 9-goal thriller between European giants, to a Saturday full of combat. Combat This Week David Benavidez vs Gilberto Ramirez THE MONSTER I

By: Bryant Reyes & Victor Velasquez Word Count: 842 Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes This past Saturday, I attended the Feid vs. Ferxxo tour stop at The Fillmore Silver Spring with my friend Victor, and from the moment we arrived, it was clear this was not just another concert. For Feid, an artist who sold out Capital One Arena just a couple years ago and continues to see major global success, choosing a smaller venue like the Fillmore felt intentional. This show felt like a way o

Escrito por: Mayra Coyoy Traducido por: Abigail Mendez Recuento de Palabras: 732 Tiempo Estimado de Lectura: 4 minutos Lali (izquierda) y Lupe (derecha) son coordinadoras de eventos para LASO (Organización de Estudiantes Latinoamericanos). Lali es estudiante de tercer año estudiando Sistemas de Información, con una especialización en diseño de interfaces. Es una orgullosa Mexicana-Estadounidense y nativa del condado de Montgomery. Lupe es estudiante de Psicología y una orgull

By: Mayra Coyoy Word Count: 732 Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes Lali (left) and Lupe (right) are event coordinators for LASO (Latin American Student Organization). Lali is an Information Systems Junior with a track in interface design. She is a proud Mexican-American and a Montgomery County native. Lupe is a psychology major and a proud Mexican from Puebla, based in Salisbury, MD. (Photo by Litzy Raymundo, April 22, 2026) When I sat down with the event coordinators behind this

Recuento de Palabras: 440 Tiempo de Lectura Estimado: 2 minutos Escrito por: Ariana Arias Traducido por: Abigail Mendez La Universidad de Towson acaba de tener un evento organizado por estudiantes titulado “El panel sobre la hija mayor en un hogar inmigrante”, conducido el 15 de abril en la sala UU 224. El evento fue organizado por la Asociación de Estudiantes Etíopes y Eritreos (EESA), AASD y el Centro para la Diversidad Estudiantil (CSD), reuniendo a diversas organizac

Word Count: 440 Reading Time: 2 Minutes By: Ariana Arias Student speakers of the Eldest Daughter Panel Towson University just hosted a student-led event called “The Eldest Daughter in an Immigrant Household” Panel on April 15 in UU 224. The event was hosted by Ethiopian Eritrean Student Association (EESA), AASD, and the Center for Student Diversity (CSD), bringing together different cultural organizations on campus to create a space for honest conversation and shared experi

By: Mayra Coyoy Word Count: 619 Estimated Read Time: 3 Mins Dolores Huerta (far right) with the National Executive Board of the United Farm Workers, California, circa 1975, including Cesar Chavez and other leaders. (Photo by Cathy Murphy/Getty Images) For decades, Cesar Chavez has been celebrated as a symbol of justice, sacrifice, and progress among Latinos. His name is attached to schools, streets, and a national holiday. In classrooms, he is often presented as a hero, some

Por: Mayra Coyoy Recuento de palabras: 733 Tiempo Estimado de Lectura: 3 Mins Dolores Huerta (extrema derecha) con la Junta Ejecutiva Nacional de los Trabajadores Agrícolas Unidos, California, c. 1975, incluyendo a César Chávez y otros líderes. (Foto de Cathy Murphy/Getty Images. Durante décadas, César Chávez ha sido celebrado como un símbolo de justicia, sacrificio y progreso entre los Latinos. Su nombre está asociado a escuelas, calles y a un día festivo nacional. En las a

Mayra Coyoy Traducido por: Abby Mendez Recuento de Palabras: 540 Tiempo de Lectura Estimado: 3 min 30 seg La portada del periódico sobre la muerte de Nemesio Oseguera ("El Mencho"), líder del Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación, quien fue asesinado mientras era transportado a la Ciudad de México luego de resultar herido en un tiroteo con soldados el 22 de febrero en la ciudad de Tapalpa, en el estado de Jalisco, según el ejército. (Imagen de Yuri Cortez/Getty Images) La muerte de