The blasting sound of a bass guitar playing against the sharp definite sound of a requinto is brought together by the melody of a classic guitar. Lyrics that are testimonies to life experiences are all...

Due to the sensitivity of the topic and fear of deportation, all names have been redacted. All references to “Antonio” indicate an anonymous Loy Norrix parent.  “In Mexico you can’t do...

Imagine stepping into another country where the cultural tradition, education system and even daily life are different from what you were used to. Over the past 10 years, more than three thousand foreign...

As the lights dim in Kasdorf auditorium, the room begins to fill with joy, excitement and panic from students who are ready to step on stage and perform.  As the panic settles in, junior Obed Gonzalez...

This trimester, I started reading a book called "Girlhood in the Borderlands," a research study about the effects of immigration on Mexican teenage girls living in transitional homes, as well as a deeper...

Quemada de Toros (the burning of bulls), Toros de Lumbre and Toritos de Fuego (bulls of fire) all refer to one thing: the old Mexican tradition of dancing with a metal bull structure that has fireworks...

On Saturday, March 5 in Santiago de Queretaro, Mexico, a massive brawl broke out during a Liga MX match. 62 minutes into the match between Queretaro and Atlas the crowd began to get very rowdy, soon multiple...

By Ty Overhiser Many kids dream of the perfect birthday party; whether it’s hours of go-kart racing or limitless arcade games, the possibilities are endless. Birthday traditions vary in every culture....

Imagine moving thousands of miles away from your hometown, the place you grew up, made all of your childhood memories and made strong relationships in. Traveling brings stress to almost everyone. When...