This scholarly article addresses the Latina/o undergraduate experiences proposing a (re)definition of educational success. Discussing strength-based practices of familia, mentorship, cultural congruity, and professional development from a psychosociocultural (PSC) approach, the article presents practical recommendations and directions for university personnel. The authors centralize culture through use of common dichos and everyday examples to illustrate effective and Latina/o student-focused practices.
Resumen: Este artículo académico se ocupa de las experiencias de latinas/os de pregrado y propone una re-definición del éxito educacional. Se discuten prácticas de apoyo familiares, tutoría, congruencia cultural, y desarrollo profesional desde una perspectiva cultural y psicosocial (PSC). Se presentan además recomendaciones prácticas y direcciones para el personal universitario. Los autores materializan la cultura a través del uso de dichos comunes y ejemplos diarios para ilustrar prácticas efectivas enfocadas en estudiantes latinas/os.
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