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Traditionally, the role of the Latina womxn was that of maintaining the family institution and falling into the realm of the machismo stigma. However, as the Latinx migration to the US increased, so did the emergence of independent Latina womxn who were eager to be at the forefront of an era of a new educational, political and social consciousness. College and university enrollment mirrored this influx. With this growth, the need for support groups and outreach programs were at an all time high, primarily for the low percentage of Latina womxn in higher education.

In 1975, Kean University the support needed to bridge the equality gap was missing. It was during this time that 17 womxn convened to discuss the formation of a sorority for Latina womxn. Its focus would be to actively integrate itself into social, political and community service arenas.

PUSHING FOR REFORM ON CAPITOL HILL

With more than 20 meetings held over the course of two days, members shared their personal experiences concerning current issues in hopes of igniting change and making immigration reform a priority for the 115th Congress.

BETA EPSILON

Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.

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PUSHING FOR REFORM ON CAPITOL HILL

With more than 20 meetings held over the course of two days, members shared their personal experiences concerning current issues in hopes of igniting change and making immigration reform a priority for the 115th Congress.