Spanish in Health Care Narratives (Approved INT 100/201)


Wednesday, November 19, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Health Campus
Alumni, Community, Faculty, Staff, Students


This panel will explore the intersection of language, healthcare access, equity, and community well-being. Panelists will share real-world examples using stories from their own experiences, focusing on both challenges and successes. We will explore how overcoming language and cultural barriers can build trust, enhance cultural competency, and ensure equitable care for Spanish-speaking communities. Join us to explore how language access can impact health care outcomes and strengthen community well-being. INT100/201 approved.


Location Information


CHS 119 - Hager Auditorium 

GVSU Health Campus

301 Fulton St. West
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504

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Contact Information


Prof. Cindy Mendez, [email protected]

Prof. Carmen Fernandez Florez, [email protected]

Prof. Sarah Mather, [email protected]

Prof. Sarah Matthews, [email protected] 


Hosting Department, Organization, or Business


Kirkhof College of Nursing and Modern Languages and Literatures, CLAS

Tags

accesstohealthcare community culturalcompetency healthcare intapproved language languagebarriers nursing spanish wellness


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This event was added to the calendar by Sarah Matthews (matthesa@gvsu.edu) on Saturday, October 4, 2025 and was last updated on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 9:13 a.m.