Northern Kentucky – LULAC Cincinnati

LULAC and LOEF @the ELL foundation Annual Recognition Breakfast

LULAC Cincinnati Event March 7, 2025March 8, 2025Cincinnati, community, Education, Northern Kentucky

George and Rosa Moreno, LOEF Director of Higher Education and ELL Board member, Samuel D. Rowe Jr, Professor Emeritus Cincinnati State, Laura Moese, LOEF President

NKU, ELL and CPS partners

Laura Moese, LOEF President , Maggie Pérez - President of LULAC NKU council, Lourdes Rivera LULAC president and Melissa Perez LULAC NKU xouncil member

Laura Moese, LOEF President, Mayra Jackson, Executive Director of the IRL center, Alfonso Cornejo director HCCUSA, Marie Kobayasi and Lourdes Ribera, LULAC President

Lourdes Ribera, LULAC President, Maider Marin McGee, LOEF board member, Laura Moese, LOEF President

ELL recognize students excellence

Leo Calderon, Esperanza Center President, Laura Moese, LOEF President with Laura Espinoza (Dayer HS), ELL Scholarship recipient and her mom Gladys

Laura Moese, LOEF President, Sandra Bazzani NKU Latino Student Initiatives and Mayra Jackson, Executive Director of the IRL center

Highland Heights, Feb 27, 2025 – The English Language Learning (ELL) Foundation held its Annual Recognition Breakfast at Northern Kentucky University’s (NKU) Student Union, under the inspiring motto “Leaping Forward: Global Voices, Local Impact.” This event is a heartfelt celebration of the exceptional accomplishments of bright English language (EL) students, caring educators, and community organizations that have made significant contributions.

Every year, the ELL Foundation invites a diverse group of donors, students, educators, and community friends to join in honoring the successes and resilience of EL students overcoming adversities. This year was no exception, as the community gathered to celebrate and recognize those who have made impactful strides.

During the Recognition Breakfast, the Foundation awarded honors to the Students of the Year, Educator of the Year, Community Ally of the Year, and the prestigious Make a Difference Award. These accolades are a testament to the dedication and hard work of those involved in promoting and supporting English language learning.

The event also serves as the main fundraising effort for the ELL Foundation Scholarship program, which provides opportunities for English language learners to pursue higher education at accredited area colleges and universities. This year’s breakfast was pivotal in raising the necessary funds to continue this crucial support.

Lourdes Ribera, President of LULAC Cincinnati; Laura Moese, President of the LULAC Ohio Educational Foundation; and Maider Marin McGee, LULAC and LOEF board member were in attendance to Support Rosa Moreno, LOEF Director of Higher Education with ELL. Their presence underscored the partnership between the ELL Foundation and these prominent organizations, as they came together to celebrate the accomplishments of LOEF and LULAC council members who were recognized during the event.

LULAC and LOEF congratulate to all the honored students and Professional in this Event.

The Annual Recognition Breakfast remains a cherished tradition, embodying the spirit of unity and progress, and highlighting the powerful impact of community support on the lives of English language learners.

LULAC and LOEF@ Esperanza Latino Gala Fiesta 2024

LULAC Cincinnati Event December 14, 2024January 1, 2025community, Education, Northern Kentucky

Laura Moese, President of LOEF, Daniel & Maider McGee, Diane McGill, NKU Provost.

Lourdes Rivera, President of LULAC Cincinnati, Laura Moese, President of LOEF, Irene Encarnación, ELC founder, Maider McGee, LULAC/LOEF Comms, Monica Perdomo, Board member HCCUSA

Laura Moese, President of LOEF, Lourdes Rivera, President of LULAC Cincinnati, Irene Encarnación, ELC founder, Sister. Paula Gohs, ELC board Member. Leo Calderon ELC founder, Maider McGee, LULAC/LOEF Comms.

Alfonso Cornejo, HCCUSA President, Francisco Okhuysen, HCCUSA Tresurer, Laura Moese, President of LOEF, Monica Perdomo, HCCUSA board member, Kristin Okhuysen, LOEF sponsor, Cindy Tsai - HCCUSA Foundation, Maider McGee, LULAC/LOEF Comms.

Highland Heights, KY, Dec 7, 2024 – The Esperanza Latino Center (ELC) marked its 6th annual fundraising gala with a vibrant celebration at the NKU Ballroom. This event underscored the crucial role of networking and nurturing partnerships with other Latino institutions. The evening commenced with an enchanting performance by a Latin group playing instrumental music from the 60s and 70s, setting a festive and nostalgic tone. Followed by a delicious buffet dinner. After which The MC gave us a summary of ELC major impacts and its pillars on the community. Scholarship were announced and then the floor was open for dancing.

Notable attendees included Dr. Diane McGill, Northern Kentucky University (NKU) Provost, Lourdes Rivera, President of LULAC Cincinnati; Laura Moese, President of the LULAC Ohio Educational Foundation (LOEF); Alfonso Cornejo from Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA (HCCUSA) and Maider Marin McGee, LULAC/LOEF Communications. The event also saw the presence of many other leaders from the Latin community, all uniting to support the ELC and its mission. Their collective participation exemplified the power of community solidarity and the impact of strong partnerships in driving progress and empowerment within the Latino community.

Events like the ELC’s fundraising gala are vital in building networks, sharing resources, and fostering a sense of community that transcends individual organizations. By working together, Latino institutions can achieve greater successes and create lasting positive change.