Celebrating student leadership, academic success, capstone projects, cultural impact, and community achievements at Spartanburg Methodist College.
SMC LASO highlights the work of students who have contributed to cultural representation, leadership, service, academic success, and campus involvement.
These achievements show how LASO members and partners continue building community and creating meaningful experiences at Spartanburg Methodist College.
A look at major LASO-related achievements, cultural projects, and student-led initiatives at SMC.
Luna Orozco's El Festival de Culturas received first-place recognition at SMC's APEX Showcase after bringing culture, food, dance, music, and community together on campus.
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Bryan Guerrero founded SMC LASO as a Senior Capstone Project in 2025, creating a lasting student-led space for culture, connection, and representation.
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Brandon Serna's financial education event helped students learn about money, planning, and real-life financial decisions in a supportive campus setting.
View PhotosLASO celebrates students who show leadership, academic commitment, and service to the SMC community.
LASO recognizes students who represent the organization through academic achievement, campus involvement, and leadership.
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The LASO leadership team continues building on the organization's foundation through planning, outreach, student involvement, and cultural programming.
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El Festival de Culturas became one of LASO's most important cultural moments and helped inspire future cultural programming at SMC.
View Festival PageSeveral student capstone projects helped shape LASO's story, events, and cultural impact at Spartanburg Methodist College.
| Student | Project | Year | Connection to LASO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Guerrero | Founding SMC LASO | 2025 | Created the Latin American Student Organization as a capstone project to build a lasting community for Hispanic and Latin American students at SMC. |
| Brandon Serna | Hablemos de Finanzas | 2026 | Led a financial education event connected to student learning, community engagement, and practical support for students. |
| Luna Orozco | El Festival de Culturas | 2026 | Led an award-winning cultural festival project that celebrated diversity, community, and connection at SMC. |
These projects show how student leadership can create lasting opportunities for culture, education, and community at SMC.
A timeline of key moments connected to LASO's growth, recognition, and student-led impact.
Bryan Guerrero founded the Latin American Student Organization as a Senior Capstone Project at Spartanburg Methodist College.
LASO organized cultural, social, educational, and community-building events during its first year on campus.
Brandon Serna led a financial education event connected to student learning and practical life skills.
Luna Orozco created a major cultural festival in collaboration with LASO, bringing students and community members together.
El Festival de Culturas received first-place recognition at SMC's APEX Showcase.
LASO achievements show how student leadership can create belonging, representation, and cultural pride at Spartanburg Methodist College.
By recognizing student work, LASO preserves its history and encourages future members to lead, serve, and build community.
Learn more about LASO achievements, student projects, and recognition.
This page highlights awards, member achievements, capstone projects, leadership milestones, and cultural impact connected to SMC LASO.
LASO members, leaders, collaborators, and students connected to LASO projects may be recognized for achievements that support culture, leadership, academics, and community.
No. LASO celebrates academic success, leadership, cultural projects, student events, service, and community impact.
Students can join LASO, attend events, help with planning, connect with members, or contact LASO leadership to learn more.
Join LASO to connect with students, celebrate culture, and help build the next chapter of student leadership at SMC.
