Modern Leaders in Politics
First woman, first Black American, and first South Asian American Vice President of the U.S.
Who is Kamala Harris?
Colombian singer known as the "Queen of Latin Music" with hits like Hips Don't Lie.
Who is Shakira?
Has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most by any player in the Open Era (male or female).
Who is Serena Williams?
Former president of ALPFA NB, Former president of LPC, won the ultimate CLAC'er award, Manifestaciones Facilitator.
Who is Betsybell Sanchez?
Youngest woman ever elected to U.S. Congress, a proud Boricua from the Bronx.
Who is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ?
"Queen of Salsa" known for her powerful voice and phrase AZUCAR!
Who is Celia Cruz?
First African American woman to win the Olympic individual all-around gold medal in gymnastics.
Who is Gabrielle Douglas?
President of SED, a part of Women BUILD, has interned at KPMG (a big 4 accounting firm) for 3 consecutive summers, and has won organization of the year last spring for SED.
Who is Olanyi Fernandez?
During her time as First Lady, she launched major initiatives like “Let’s Move!” (to fight childhood obesity), “Reach Higher” (to encourage higher education), and “Let Girls Learn” (to support girls' education globally).
Who is Michelle Obama?
Mexican-American who won several Grammys and whose life inspired a hit Netflix show.
Who is Selena Quintanilla?
She became the highest scoring player in Division I Basketball History, both in men's and women's.
Who is Caitlin Clark?
Known for representing immigrants in protests, Hosted LSC Open Forum, Sponsored a RUSA resolution written by UndocuRutgers, composed an LSC statement on political climate with 38 cosponsors.
Who is Alejandra Afanador?
A black Puerto Rican feminist, lawyer, and activist elected to Puerto Rico's Senate in 2020.
Who is Ana Irma Rivera Lassen?
A Mexican painter whose deeply personal works reflect her physical and emotional pain. became a cultural icon for both feminism and Latinx heritage.
Who is Frida Kahlo?
Became the first African American woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal in swimming (100-meter freestyle).
Who is Simone Manuel?
she is a Doctorates candidate for social work, she is a licensed CAPs Therapist, Was a facilitator for Manifestaciones, Has won the CLAC Allyship Award in 2023.
Who is Dominic Paz?
Is a Nobel Peace Prize winner who advocates globally for girls’ education and human rights.
Who is Malala Yousafzai?
Made history as the first Latina to win an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony), receiving accolades across film, theater, and television.
Who is Rita Moreno?
at just 19 years old, won the gold medal in the 800 meters at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, becoming the first American woman to achieve this feat since 1968.
Who is Athing Mu?
Creator of the Manifestaciones retreat, Former associate director of the Center for Latino Arts and Culture, Known for being the bridge between the non-Greek and Greek communities.
Who is Silismar Suriel?