December 25, 2020

This letter comes is a full endorsement for Sergio Estrada Parra. Sergio was

among my top performing students in the Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies

course (LLS 1020) at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. He has demonstrated

the characteristics of a responsible and problem-solving orientated student. Mr.

Parra engaged with the class material in ways above the norm. Undergraduates

tend to summize yet Mr. Parra was analytical and thourough in his class

assignments.

What impressed me the most was his ability to connect Latino social

issues with his background knowledge in his major field. It is his curiosity, at the

intersection of the social sciences and humanities, that encouraged me to endorse

Mr. Parra. As a bilingual and bicultural student he easily conveyed his own ideas

while attentive to the lessons provided in our course. I am highly motivated to

College of Social
Science work with him in the future to help complete any special projects he might be a

Chicano/Latino part of.

Studies Program
As a community member of Omaha, Mr. Parra is an example of the best
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individuals I have met. I strongly believe that his creative thinking skills, self-
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discipline, independence of thought, analytical capabilities, and the ability to

work collaboratively with others will reflect any program or work place

favorably. I strongly endorse Sergio Estrada Parra as he will continue to

contribute to Omaha’s progress in the coming decades. I am confident that

Sergio will represent his community well as he rises to the top of the next

generation of scholars. Should you need further information please do not

hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Christian V. Ramirez

Dual Ph.D. Candidate

Chicano/Latino Studies
Department of Sociology
Michigan State University