Uriel Estrada is president of the Hispanic American Leadership Organization, which is cosponsoring Hispanic Heritage Month - Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Estrada, senior in secondary education, is involved in several other campus organizations and is active in diversity events.

How did you get involved with the Hispanic American Leadership Organization? I became involved because of one of my friends. I joined my freshman year, but the times of the meetings changed, and I couldn't get involved as much as I wanted. My sophomore year, I went to every event, and this year - here I am.

What are some other things that you are involved in on campus? The Kansas Bridges to the Future program and the Developing Scholars Program, which is an undergraduate research program on campus. I also am involved in Sigma Lambda Beta International fraternity and am a multicultural ambassador.

How do you and your family embrace your Hispanic-American heritage? Every year we do traditional Mexican events. By doing some of the traditional events, we embrace our heritage.

What is your favorite part of K-State? I love the campus itself, and the students are so friendly. The faculty is so helpful, and there are many types of extracurriculars you can do.

How do you think K-State celebrates its diversity? Definitely by having a diversity panel. There are a number of panels where there are all kinds of students who present their experiences. They let high-school and college students experience a culture other than themselves. Also, they let students promote their cultures on campus.

What are your plans after college? I plan to go to graduate school. Ideally, I want to go to graduate school at K-State, but I wouldn't mind going somewhere else.

Where do you see yourself in five years? I see myself working at a university in the Midwest - something to do with education. I want to work closely with other students who want to pursue a career in education.