1. TO LEARN ABOUT OUR HERITAGE—For some, the simple act of growing up Latino steeps them in language and tradition. But how well do we actually know our own cultural heritage and history? How often do we get to see our own faces reflected in the history books? Going to college allows us to study and learn about our heritage on a much deeper level. It allows us to understand our parents, grandparents, and maybe even our great-grandparents, as well as those who came before them. We can learn about the events that influenced history, or discover the origins of our cultural traditions. And in learning, we can take comfort and pride in our roots.
