2022 Virtual LDZ continues to evolve the format in its successful second year
The 2022 Virtual LDZ program, like the preceding version last year, was an alternative to the traditional in-person Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session. Taking place from July 25 to 30, the online program engaged a group of 19 students representing Mexico and states spread from coast-to-coast across the U.S. As educational director Steven Hernandez […]
American LDZ debuts at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and brings students to the Capitol
For the first time ever, the American Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session convened July 12-17 at St. Mary’s College of Maryland – and notably included a journey to Washington, D.C. where students got to experience the workings of Congress for themselves. Gaby Morales, education director for the program, noted that new traditions come with […]
Northeast Great Debate debuts at new home, Saint Francis University, with international flavor
The Northeast Great Debate, a National Hispanic Institute staple, debuted at a new home in 2022. Saint Francis University hosted a select group of more than 30 students, converging on the Pennsylvania town of Loretto from July 19-24 to take the first steps on their NHI journeys. The partnership with the National Hispanic Institute and […]
