Since its creation in 1999, the Institute for Latino Studies (ILS) has played a vital role in fostering understanding of the U.S. Latino experience. Building upon the history of Latinos at Notre Dame and the outstanding intellectual legacy of Julian Samora, a pioneering Latino scholar and professor of sociology, the Institute supports Latino studies as a key part of Notre Dame’s academic mission." (latinostudies.nd.edu/about) See virtual & on-campus events hosted by ILS for Hispanic / Latinx Heritage Month 2021! Register for events here: latinostudies.nd.edu/news-events/events #somosnd #weareND #latinxheritagemonth #hispanicheritagemonth