Join the Latino/a Employee Resource Group for Cafecito y Pan Sept. 11
All Latino/a employees at the U of A and anyone interested in learning more about the Latino/a experience on campus are invited to attend the Latino/a Employees Resource Group's event Cafecito y Pan, set for noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, in Mullins Library 439.
The purpose of the event is to create community and provide resources for those who are new to campus or who want to learn more about Latino culture.
"The LERG group is delighted to welcome you to campus and cordially invites you to join our first Cafecito y Pan event of the fiscal year 2025," said Martha Anderson, chair. "LERG hosts monthly gatherings at various locations across campus to engage with a broader audience, ensuring belonging and accessibility for all."
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Contacts
Martha Anderson, director of organizational development
University Libraries
479-575-2032,
map012@uark.edu
Kelsey Lovewell Lippard, director of public relations
University Libraries
479-575-7311,
klovewel@uark.edu
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