The Latino/Latin American Studies Center, also known as El Centro, is an inter-disciplinary, college-wide Center supporting Latino and Mexican American studies. It strives to increase understanding in the ACC and Central Texas communities of the culture, history and contributions of Latinos. The Center offers many opportunities:

• A comfortable academic environment as they pursue their educational goals
• A respect for, knowledge of and appreciation for their heritage
• Opportunities for faculty members to increase their awareness of and sensitivity to cultural dynamics
• Mentoring
• Retention activities

For more information, please contact elcentro@austincc.edu. Or visit us at the Riverside Campus, Building G, Room 9155.

Sincerely,
Mariano Díaz-Miranda, Ph.D.
Director