Raul Velasquez - Bridgewater State College

…it is important that more Latino students be given the opportunity to go to college. We need to show that we can do it and change the perceptions that many have about the Latino community.

Melissa Lopez - AIC, Nursing

…it meant so much to receive the scholarship. It took a great load off my back because, I'm worrying less about paying back my loans and focusing more on studying and doing my work.

Whitney Colon - AIC, Psychology and Criminal Justice

…it meant a lot to get the Latino scholarship, because it shows that we (Latinos) are taken more seriously and that we can go to college.

Angelica Lopez - Bay Path College

…scholarships such as the Latino scholarship are very helpful to students like me. It helps us to relax a little more and not to worry about having a huge loan to pay.

Natasha Vieu-Fleury - WSC, Accounting

I used the Latino scholarship to pay for my tuition and books. These funds were a big help and support for me in going to Worcester State College to pursue my accounting degree.

Jose Cotto - UMASS

…love going to college. The most rewarding feeling is seeing a good exam grade after studying for days. It so important for us to have something good to look back on.