Caminos al Futuro

During the Academic Lecture Series, led by Dr. Elizabeth Vaquera, scholars learn about the political and social transformations affecting Latino communities nationwide by engaging in interactive lectures, discussion of academic readings, and conducting research. This is an undergraduate level course in which all the Caminos Scholars are expected to engage and analyze data about Latinos in the U.S. and in their own communities.

Trey Johnston leads the Changing the Narrative Writing Lab (CTN). Focused on the art of writing to get into and to succeed in college, these workshops also guide the scholars through the process of creating and presenting awareness initiatives (Community Action Projects or CAP) on a current issue centered in their chosen Latino community, which is presented at the end of the three weeks. These writing workshops also incorporate discussion in regards to identity as well as how linguistics shapes modern-day interaction.

George Washington’s University Admissions Specialists offer a series of workshops where scholars learn about what college and universities look for in college applications.

Some of the topics covered include:

• What college and universities look for in your application
• #CollegeAccess: The Road to a Higher Education
• Scholarships
• FAFSA
• Building Your “College Timeline”
• Navigating College as a First- Generation Latino/a/x Student

Caminos Scholars also participate in training focused on the development of their leadership potential. Topics covered in previous years include Networking, Storytelling, Self-Care in College and Imposter Syndrome. Students will have opportunities to practice their leadership skills through meetings with Hispanic leaders at nonprofit organizations, as well as in the public and private sectors.