For #HispanicHeritageMonth, we've asked students to write an open letter detailing their heritage, their loved ones they share it with, and the lands they come from. Take the time to learn these stories as we share them over the next few weeks ❤️ Meet Melany Subina, a @rutgersartsandsciences student majoring in Linguistics Speech & Hearing Sciences. "Dear Ecuador, Whenever someone asks me where I’m from you are the first thing that comes to mind. Although I was born in the US, Ecuador is all I have ever known. I am a first generation American trying every day to stay connected to Ecuador in every way I can. Everything I know about Ecuador comes from both of my parents who immigrated to the US 20 years ago. They keep Ecuador alive in our home, and in me and my sister. My hometown, Newark, keeps Ecuador alive for us. From the family-owned restaurants who serve Bolón de verde at 8 am to the festivals downtown every August 10th to celebrate Ecuador's Independence Day. The “Association ...