by Adeola I., Staff Writer “I wanted to be a member of an organization that is actively trying to make a change. I am white and live in the U.S., so I think it is important for me to use my privileges to be a voice for those who do not typically have one. HOLA allows me to have an outlet to do so.”
Britany Green is a sophomore at UTC double majoring in Liberal Arts and Spanish. She hopes to “make a difference by encouraging others to celebrate the differences among us,” and is dedicated to educating herself, and others, on diversity and its importance. Green is the Vice President of HOLA, the Hispanic Outreach Leadership Association. She described HOLA as an organization dedicated to creating events that raise awareness on the issues that Latino and Hispanic people face. HOLA also hosts events that demonstrate Latin and Hispanic culture. Currently, HOLA is in the process of organizing a fundraiser, with the Theta Rho Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for disaster relief in Mexico City and Puerto Rico to contribute to aid efforts for the recent earthquake and hurricane. Green also helped coordinate HOLA’s events planned for the remainder of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is from September 15 to October 15. On October 10th, HOLA and the Multicultural Center are screening the documentary, “Black in Latin America.” On October 23th, there will be a Latin American Dance Exhibition, and on October 30th, a Latin dance instructor will come teach interested students the dance style, bachata. Green emphasized that anyone is welcome to join HOLA. She stated that, “You do not have to speak Spanish, and you do not have to have any extensive knowledge of Latin America. We just ask that you be open-minded, motivated, and willing to help us make a difference.” HOLA meets every Monday at 5:00 p.m. in the UC Fortwood room.
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