LASO
Mission
Latin America Student Organization (LASO) is a student-run organization dedicated to increasing the understanding of Latin American politics, economics, and culture. LASO seeks to provide students with opportunities to interact with fellow students and reach out to the community. Nov 2nd-Nov 20th
LASO's four program foci are community service, cultural enrichment, professional opportunities, and social activities for its members. Past activities include blanket drives in Mexico, the Preuss School Mentoring Program, public speaking, and cultural events in cooperation with the Institute of Americas, Center for U.S. Mexico Studies, and Center for Comparative Immigration Studies, happy hours, beach bonfires and the annual Latin American Festival. In addition, LASO serves as a liaison between the IR/PS administration, alumni, and businesses to ensure that Latin American interests are represented.
Upcoming Events
Blanket Drive
LASO will be supporting "Migrant Workers" in SD.
Email: lsariolg@ucsd.edu
Nov 20th
Tequila Tasting
Email: jepineda@ucsd.edu
Nov 30th
"Border Angles, Border Realities, Immigration Today" by Enrique Morones
Email: lsariolg@ucsd.edu
May TBA
LASO FESTIVAL
Cultural festivities showcasing the vibrant and diverse cultures of Latin America in an afternoon full of performances, traditional dishes, and more!
Email: jepineda@ucsd.edu
lsariolg@ucsd.edu
