• Welcome to your home away from home.

    Be part of the Latinx/a/o community on campus at UConn’s Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center, where you’ll connect with your roots, with your peers, and with the leader you’re meant to become.

    Discover connection. Discover your heritage. Discover yourself.

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About the Puerto Rican / Latin American Cultural Center

PRLACC is a vibrant cultural center open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members interested in promoting awareness, appreciation, and understanding of Latinx/a/o issues and the rich diversity of Latinx/a/o individuals and Latin American cultures. Whether using our physical space to learn, study, relax, or visit with friends; immersing oneself in an aspect of Latinx/a/o culture at one of our events; or taking advantage of resources like our mentoring programs and student organizations, people find they can be themselves at PRLACC, just as they would at home.

History of PRLACC

The Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center arose from the struggle for civil rights and economic justice that found many U.S. campuses and cities in turmoil during the 1960s. At the University of Connecticut, issues such as racism, inequality, and access to education and employment were addressed by many student groups and concerned individuals. PRLACC Timeline

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Meet the Researcher: Joseph Vazquez, CLAS

Joseph Vazquez is committed to conducting research that has a positive impact on the communities he works with.

Brunna Louzada '22 (SFA), left, and Kate Gavilanes '22 (CLAS) paint a banner for the the homecoming parade at the Puerto Rican / Latin American Cultural Center on Oct. 1, 2021.

National Hispanic Heritage Month Puts Focus on Latinx Experience at UConn

The Latinx community at UConn is supported by a number of different entities, all of them working closer than ever to provide one solid support network

Juan Carlos Sanchez of Univision , left, records Jen Morenus '97 (SFA), assistant director, Fany D. Hannon '08 MA, director, and Natalia Gutierrez '18 (ENG) at the Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center on Aug. 12, 2016. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Leader Recognized for Contributions to the Hispanic Community

“I’m rewarded by seeing our students being successful,” says Fany Hannon, director of UConn’s Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center, who is celebrated for her work.

Events

PRLACC Is Home

Wonderful stories from our Latinx students at the University of Connecticut and the impact PRLACC has had on their sense of belonging.

PRLACC really was a support system for me. A place where I did a lot of self growth, self reflection.

We are on Instagram

Don`t miss your chance to support PRLACC during #UConnGives !! Make a gift before it`s too late: https://giving.uconn.edu/campaigns/60852/donations/new

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Don't miss your chance to support PRLACC during #UConnGives !! Make a gift before it's too late: https://giving.uconn.edu/campaigns/60852/donations/new

Don`t miss your chance to support PRLACC during #UConnGives !! Make a gift before it`s too late: https://giving.uconn.edu/campaigns/60852/donations/new ...

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Join us next week for snacks and conversation hosted by PRLACC and @uconnwritingcenterstorrs !

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Join us next week for snacks and conversation hosted by PRLACC and @uconnwritingcenterstorrs !

Join us next week for snacks and conversation hosted by PRLACC and @uconnwritingcenterstorrs ! ...

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Our scholarship application is now open!! To apply go to the first link in our linktree!

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Our scholarship application is now open!! To apply go to the first link in our linktree!

Our scholarship application is now open!! To apply go to the first link in our linktree! ...

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After the Writing Center pop-up tomorrow we will be joined by a research librarian on April 1st from 4-5pm!

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After the Writing Center pop-up tomorrow we will be joined by a research librarian on April 1st from 4-5pm!

After the Writing Center pop-up tomorrow we will be joined by a research librarian on April 1st from 4-5pm! ...

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Our next pop-up will be with the writing center THIS THURSDAY from 2-3pm!

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Our next pop-up will be with the writing center THIS THURSDAY from 2-3pm!

Our next pop-up will be with the writing center THIS THURSDAY from 2-3pm! ...

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Dean of Students office drop-ins for the semester!

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Dean of Students office drop-ins for the semester!

Dean of Students office drop-ins for the semester! ...

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Want to be a leader on campus? 🗣️ Join us for an info session to learn how you can become a coordinator for the Latinx Student Leadership Council! Don’t miss this chance to make an impact!

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Want to be a leader on campus? 🗣️ Join us for an info session to learn how you can become a coordinator for the Latinx Student Leadership Council! Don’t miss this chance to make an impact!

Want to be a leader on campus? 🗣️ Join us for an info session to learn how you can become a coordinator for the Latinx Student Leadership Council! Don’t miss this chance to make an impact! ...

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Want to learn more about the FAFSA process and how to apply for financial aid? Stop by the PRLACC program room on Thursday, Nov. 14th for a presentation from the UConn OneStop office!

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Want to learn more about the FAFSA process and how to apply for financial aid? Stop by the PRLACC program room on Thursday, Nov. 14th for a presentation from the UConn OneStop office!

Want to learn more about the FAFSA process and how to apply for financial aid? Stop by the PRLACC program room on Thursday, Nov. 14th for a presentation from the UConn OneStop office! ...

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