by Teresa | Jun 15, 2026 | Cultural Communication, Language Acquisition
What image does the word barrio evoke in one’s mind? For some Americans, the image that materializes is the “hood” as depicted in movies—a deteriorating, working?class neighborhood run, supposedly, by young men who don’t attend school or work. Absent parents. Gang...
by Staff | Jun 13, 2026 | Cultural Communication
For emerging leaders stepping into bigger responsibilities at work, in community groups, or on project teams, the pressure is real: expectations rise faster than confidence. Talent and effort can earn a seat at the table, but unclear influence, hard conversations, and...
by Teresa | Feb 12, 2025 | Cultural Communication, Diversity Equity Inclusion
Part 2: From Warning to Termination – How the Firings of Immigrant Employees Highlight the Risks of a Weak Workplace Communication Policy and the Dismantling of DEI Programs The recent termination of immigrant employees from a Central Texas fast food chain after...