Presentation Strand

MLs

Presentation Delivery Language

English

Description

This session will introduce participants to the University Seal of Biliteracy and Cultural Competence (USBCC) program at a Hispanic Serving Institution. Participants will receive a copy of the recently published USBCC Handbook to assist and encourage them to develop and implement a USBCC program that can be adapted to their unique college or university context. Why the USBCC? Session will feature students’ voices about how the USBCC has impacted their personal and professional trajectories. Student testimonios highlight the profound significance of fostering a vibrant and inclusive multilingual environment in higher education, creating a path for embracing linguistic diversity.