Latine Alumni Online Event

Goals

1. Soft Launch of the Raíces Latinas Center
   Introduce Latine alumni to the Center’s vision, focus areas, and ways to get involved and reconnect.
2. Build the Embajadores Team
   Recruit alumni to serve as Embajadores who will support future planning, programming, and fundraising efforts.

Program Outline

1. Welcome & Introductions
   Participants share:
   • Name
   • Class year
   • Current ministry or area of service
2. Opening Addresses
   • Rev. Dr. Javier A. Viera – President, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
   • Dr. Jennifer Harvey – Academic Dean, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
3. Introducing the Raíces Latinas Center (Presented by Emma)
   • Vision and Mission
   • Areas of Focus and Programming
   • Presentation of the Center’s Logo
   • Invitation to join the Embajadores Team
4. Small Group Discussion (Breakout sessions if needed)
   Guiding Questions:
   • Where do you feel a connection or interest to get involved?
   • How can the Center support you and your ministry?
5. Opportunities for Involvement
   • Invitation to join the Embajadores Team
   • Support or attend the official Center Launch during Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15)
   • Hear announcements from the Alumni and Development Office
6. Closing Prayer