2nd Annual dCenter Alumni Network Weekend

The 2nd Annual The Diversity Center Alumni Weekend was May15-17. Over 20 dCenter Alumni came from near and far to reconnect with the people, space, and community that at one time or another they all called home.

Xochilt Coca ('13) shares why she, as a dCenter Alumnae, continues to engage with the community.

Xochilt Coca '13

"I stay connected to the PLU Diversity Center because this community has become an extension of my family. As a first generation student of color I was able to find my "home away from home" as well as a community that helped me grow into a leader on campus. As a Rieke scholar I was able to serve as an advocate for issues of social justice such as immigration by facilitating and creating a scene for Tunnel of Oppression along with other students. Without the love and support from the dCenter I do not believe I would have had as rich of an experience at PLU. I am forever grateful to this community for its positive impact on my life and I and look forward to staying connected to my family."

Check out pictures from the 2nd Annual dCenter Alumni Weekend. If you would like to join our private Facebook Group (PLU dCenter Alumni), please email Angie Hambrick.

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