June 30, 2021 – Members of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. gathered virtually on June 25-27 for our 2021 National Convention. While we could not gather in person during these unprecedented times, the National Events Committee was still able to organize amazing new additions to the national convention to ensure networking and bonding opportunities were still at the forefront … Read More
What Are Some of the Signs that One Might Need to See a Therapist?
By: Jackelin N. Santiago-Alerte, LCSW, CCS, SSW “What are some of the signs that one might need to see a therapist?” Statistics state that 1 in 5 adults suffer from some form of mental illness. Out of those who suffer less than half with moderate-to-severe impairment are currently in treatment/therapy, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration … Read More
Mental Health: Stigma and Self-Care
By: Vanessa Madrazo, Ph.D. I got involved with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in 2015 following a difficult divorce. This non-profit organization is comprised of individuals, family members, and friends who believe in eradicating the stigma surrounding mental illness. Stigma exists for many reasons, not the least of which is the fact that there are no objective tests … Read More
Latina Sorority Returns to Capitol Hill for its 5th Annual Lambda Hill Days
For Immediate Release:Monday, May 10, 2021 Washington, D.C. – On May 3-7, Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. hosted its fifth annual Lambda Hill Days. Due to the pandemic, this year’s event was hosted virtually with our members and their Congressional Leaders. This year, the 19-member cohort selected the topics they would focus on, which included immigration, public health and … Read More
Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Building Safe Online Spaces
By: Alessandra Alma, National Public Relations Committee Member Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. kicked off its annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) campaign this April. This year’s theme, “We Can Build Safe Online Spaces,” focused on preventing sexual assault and sexual harassment on digital platforms. As people connect with others virtually and more frequently, it’s important to be aware … Read More
Lambda Theta Alpha Awarded at the St. Jude Fitness Volunteer Leadership Conference
By: Kathering Montelon, Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. This year, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital offered Lambda Theta Alpha an opportunity to be part of their Virtual Fitness Volunteer Leadership Conference (March 10-11). Three members representing the top three chapters that raised the most in 2020 attended, Ashley Rosales-Tejeda (Gamma Pi Chapter), Lupe Nepomuceno (Delta Tau Chapter), and Monica … Read More
Lambda Theta Alpha Featured in Latinx Greek Life Podcast
By: Elizabeth Rodriguez, National Public Relations Committee This Women’s History Month, Founding Mother Thomasa Gonzalez was invited to participate in the Latinx Greek Life podcast to share her story and the journey of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. She shared how our 17 founding mothers came together, the needs they sought to meet, and the impact the sorority made … Read More
Will You #ChooseToChallenge?
Lambda Theta Alpha Observes International Women’s Day 2021 By: Destiny Lazalde, National Public Relations Committee “There is no force equal to a woman determined to rise.” – W.E.B. DUBOIS Last week, women and allies across the globe observed International Women’s Day (IWD), a day established in the early 1900s during a time of great expansion and turbulence in the industrialized … Read More
Latin Culture Is Family. Lambda Theta Alpha Is Family.
By: Tiffany Contreras, Member of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. – Zeta Gamma ChapterThis blog was originally posted by AFLV Connections When I started as a freshman at Iowa State University, the thought of joining a sorority was intimidating. During my first year, the Multicultural Greek Council hosted an event called “Meet the Greeks,” and I decided to attend. … Read More
Entering 2021 with Gratitude: Lambda Theta Alpha Celebrates Alumnae Appreciation Month
By: Abby Bonilla, National Public Relations Committee This January, in honor of Alumnae Appreciation Month, Lambda Theta Alpha highlighted alumnae members across the nation. With each submission came words of gratitude for a member who has generously given her time, talent and treasure for the progress and growth of their community and our organization. It was a month of recognition … Read More