Texas A&M University

Mexican American Latino Faculty Association

Texas is one of the most diverse states in the union and its diversity is increasing. Texas A&M University must be a leader in promoting diversity in its student body, faculty, staff, and intellectual viewpoints. Affording opportunity to all racial and ethnic groups is critical to the future of Texas.

Imperative 6, “Diversify and Globalize the A&M Community” of the Vision 2020 Plan

The Mexican American and Latino faculty embrace Vision 2020‘s commitment to the diversification and globalization of Texas A&M University and proposes to actively advocate for its implementation.

Mexican American and Latino faculty are of the opinion that one of the areas that must necessarily change if a climate of excellence is to exist at Texas A&M University is the presence of Mexican American and Latino faculty, not only in numbers but in voice. The recruitment, promotion and tenure of Mexican American/Latino faculty and the facilitation of their ability to pursue excellence in research and teaching is of critical importance to the University.

Mission

Voice

  • Creating a Mexican American/Latino faculty presence at Texas A&M University and a strong Mexican American/Latino voice on campus.
  • Establishing a liaison with the administration by providing insight in matters regarding Mexican American and Latino issues at all levels of the university.

Dialogue

  • Developing and exchanging ideas, concepts, and understanding regarding Mexican American/Latino culture and perspective among faculty, students and community associated with the university.

Research

  • Promoting Mexican American and Latino faculty research, study and coursework in Texas A&M University curriculum.
  • Creating a Center in order to provide a permanent space for the fostering of the Mexican American/Latino academic community and to serve as a physical reminder of the important contributions made by Mexican American/Latino faculty, students, and staff in the enhancement of Texas A&M University’s status as a major university.

Community

  • Fostering professional and social contact and intellectual exchange of ideas between Mexican American/Latino faculty as well as with other constituencies on and off campus through active participation in professional organizations with a Mexican American/Latino focus.

Advocacy

  • Assisting in the recruitment of Mexican American/Latino faculty to Texas A&M University
  • Supporting the Mexican American/Latino faculty in their obtaining promotion and tenure at Texas A&M University.
  • Advocating for the recruitment and for the advancement of Mexican American/Latino faculty in administrative positions at Texas A&M University.
  • Promoting the recruitment and retention of Mexican American/Latino graduate students at Texas A&M University.
  • Working to close the gap between the educational attainment of Mexican American/Latinos and other Americans from K through 20 years of education.
  • Facilitating the recruitment of Mexican American and Latino graduate students particularly from the State of Texas.
  • Advocacy in closing the gap between K-20 among Mexican Americans.

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The Mexican American and Latino faculty embrace Vision 2020’s commitment to the diversification and globalization of Texas A&M University and proposes to actively advocate for its implementation.

Mexican American and Latino faculty are of the opinion that one of the areas that must necessarily change if a climate of excellence is to exist at Texas A&M University is the presence of Mexican American and Latino faculty, not only in numbers but in voice. The recruitment, promotion and tenure of Mexican American/Latino faculty and the facilitation of their ability to pursue excellence in research and teaching is of critical importance to the University.

JOIN MALFA

If you agree with the above Statement of Purpose, you may proceed with applying for membership.

To apply for membership, or for more information, simply contact:

Dr. Victor Arizpe
Professor of Spanish
Department of Hispanic Studies
arizpe@tamu.edu

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CASTILLO NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY

Linda Castillo, associate professor of counseling psychology, was awarded the Many Faces of Counseling Psychology award at the 2008 International Counseling Psychology Conference in Chicago. This award recognizes faculty nationally who are undertaking innovative, creative and adaptive work that integrates the science and practice of counseling psychology and incorporates values of social justice and multicultural competence into their contributions.

Castillo’s leadership and work with the GEAR-UP Project (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) was especially noted as an example of her work that led to this recognition.

Upcoming Events

Please join us at this reception welcoming the New Women Faculty to TAMU

When: Friday, October 8th
Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Where: Wright Gallery (on the second floor of Langford building A)

Hosted by TAMU Women’s Faculty Network, Black Faculty Alliance, &
Mexican American Latino Faculty Association

Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.