LASO Community Spotlight
Luna Orozco
Creator of El Festival de Culturas2026
Luna created El Festival de Culturas as her senior capstone project at Spartanburg Methodist College, in collaboration with LASO. The project earned first place at SMC’s 2026 APEX Showcase.
In My Own Words
Culture and home
I'm proud to call both Mexico and South Carolina home. Growing up surrounded by the beauty of Hispanic culture has shaped who I am today. At ten, I joined the International Dance Academy, a folkloric dance company that sparked my lifelong passion for celebrating Latin heritage.
What dance has taught me
Since then, I've performed dances representing nearly every Latin American country and even taken the stage in pageants. These experiences taught me confidence, community, and the importance of embracing who you are.
A Little More About Me
- Creative background
- Folkloric dance
- Community project
- El Festival de Culturas
- Recognition
- First place, 2026 SMC APEX Showcase
- Campus involvement
- Community Assistant, Peer Tutor, and Orientation Leader during her time at SMC.
A Reflection on LASO
I am grateful to have seen and been part of the creation of LASO at SMC.
El Festival de Culturas
The March 17, 2026 festival brought students and the SMC community together through music, dance, food, cultural displays, and local vendors. Revisit Luna’s capstone and the festival memories.
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