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The Hispanic Research Center (HRC) is an interdisciplinary research unit founded in 1985 and administratively housed within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at ASU. The HRC conducts basic and applied research on a broad range of topics.
Meet our newest affiliates who help promote the mission and vision of the HRC through research, teaching, and community engagement!
Interested in joining? Click here to learn more and get in touch --> https://f.mtr.cool/xfmgrufyve
Congratulations to our scavenger hunt winners!! It was a very close game with there only being a 200 point difference between last and first place. We loved seeing your photos and are so glad you had fun exploring campus!
In case you missed it, here are a few snapshots from last week’s Research Conexiones event, Bad Bunny and the Imagined Geographies of Latinidad with guest presenter Luis E. Rivera Figueroa. We had a great crowd and an even better conversation. We can’t wait for the next Conexiones series event!
Honoring Black History Month by recognizing the trailblazers who helped shape ASU’s legacy. These individuals opened doors and made history!
You may have seen our flyers around campus and now it’s your turn to join in! Download the Actionbound app to get ready for next week’s HRC Spring Scavenger Hunt. Explore, snap pics, earn points, and win prizes! Full rules drop Monday so stay tuned!
https://f.mtr.cool/cmzlwcqdbm
Meet Luis E. Rivera Figueroa, our next Research Conexiones presenter! He’ll be breaking down the star power of Bad Bunny and what it tells us about Latinidad in the U.S.
RSVPs close TOMORROW and we’re almost out of seats so sign up now before it’s too late!
https://f.mtr.cool/bsfncmogbr
Today we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His 1964 visit to ASU reminds us that our lives are deeply connected. His words continue to inspire action toward justice, equity, and shared responsibility.
Join us for the next Research Conexiones talk with Luis E. Rivera Figueroa, exploring Bad Bunny’s impact on Latinidad, race, and pop culture in the U.S. This free event has limited seating so RSVP now at the link below!
https://f.mtr.cool/arbrffgejo
Thanks for making 2025 such a meaningful year! From exhibitions to community events, we stayed busy and you showed up! We’re so grateful for your support. Wishing you a joyful start to 2026! 🎉
– From all of us at the HRC
❄️ Happy Holidays from all of us at the Hispanic Research Center! Thank you for an incredible year of collaboration and community. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to the new year!
🎓 Congratulations to all Fall 2025 ASU grads!
The HRC celebrates your hard work, dedication, and achievements. We can’t wait to see how you’ll continue shaping the future!
Honoring Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe with works from our collection that reflect her cultural power! Stop by to see what’s on display or contact us for a tour! Featured artists include Nephtalí De León, Isabel Martinez, Enrique Chagoya & more.
📚 Finals week is here and you've got this! 💪
The HRC is cheering you on as you wrap up the semester. Take care of yourself, stay focused, and finish strong.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Check it out!
Dr. Mathew Sandoval, author of the new book "Día de los Muertos: A Chicano Arts Legacy" was interviewed by the Washington Post about how the holiday honors pets. Great read!
Did you know the HRC has an affiliate program?
Meet our amazing affiliates!
Interested in joining? Click the link below to learn more and get in touch!
➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/hjbsabtmve
Hispanic Heritage Month has officially wrapped up! Thanks to everyone who came to our events; from the block party to the book fairs and art exhibits. We’re so grateful for your support!
Visit our events page on our website to stay up to date!
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We're hosting a Día de los Muertos-themed event as part of #ASUHumanities Week. On 10/21, 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m., Dr. Mathew Sandoval will be giving a presentation and a guided tour of the current exhibition on display in Tempe offices. It's #free and no reg is required.
Fascinating read via @newrepublic.com ... HRC Director Stella Rouse was quoted in the piece.
🚨🚨🚨 Award Alert! 🚨🚨🚨
Many congratulations go out to Dean Magda Hinojosa on receiving the Distinguished Leadership Award from The Pete C. Garcia Victoria Foundation Higher Education Awards.
WE ARE HIRING!🚨
Deadline to apply is October 13th.
Click below to apply! ⬇️
Check it out! Our Associate Director, Anita Huizar-Hernandez, recently had some of her work published! She wrote about the photographer Louis Carlos Bernal for the LASA Magazine, and she co-edited a piece for the journal Pasados. You can read them here:
This week we’re featuring Chicano Art for Our Millennium, a striking coffee table book showcasing influential works of Chicano art, paired with insightful commentary and teaching materials.
Learn more and get your copy through the link below!
https://f.mtr.cool/xzhareggdz
For this week's Art Showcase we’re featuring Barefoot Heart, a compelling memoir that explores themes of family, identity, and migration. It’s available now through our store!
Click the link below to learn more and grab your copy from our bookstore!
https://f.mtr.cool/ddjwwgdnqr
Spots are limited!! Take Religion, Conflict & Migration with HRC Director Stella Rouse and Professor Jason Bruner this Fall! Explore human rights, borders, religious persecution, and real-world migration cases, including the U.S./Mexico border.
Click to learn more ⬇️
Yesterday, the HRC said farewell to two retiring team members. Elisabeth "Lis" Luquez and Laura Serrano each gave the HRC more than 30 years of excellent work and dedicated service, all while being exemplary teammates and coworkers.
We hope retirement treats you both well! You will be missed.
🚰 Happy National Hydration Day! 💦
In Arizona, staying hydrated is a must, especially during these sizzling summer months! 🥵 With thousands of heat-related ER visits each year, don’t forget to sip water all day long. Your body will thank you! 💧☀️
This Memorial Day, the we take a moment to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸
