History

Dr. Prieto had a vision to create a honor society at NIU in which Latino students would be able to identify their potential and collaboratively advance together. On August 25th, 2011 she convened with Vanessa Segundoto commence the planning process of selecting candidates for the creation of an executive board that would establish and implement the vision of transformational diversity through intentional and strategic programming. In honor of her great mentor, Dr. Prieto decided to name this new honor society the Dr. Adela de la Torre HonorSociety (ATHS) so that the legacy of success through education can be envisioned and embodied by all future members.

Mission

To recognize and achieve excellence amongst Latinos through scholarship, to promote leadership instudents, and to help render service through a unified effort.

Values

To contribute towards members’ leadership growth, scholarship, and service opportunities. To promote excellence in Latino students. To establish a presence of Latino cultures on campus. To strengthen students’ understanding of their Latino heritage and culture.

Founder - Dr. Emily Prieto 

Advisors

Vanessa Segundo

Anahi Gasse 

Executive Board

Chair - Lisa Huerta

Vice Chair/Treasurer - Leo Rodriguez

Secretary - Erica Huerta

Programming coordinator - Juan Rodriguez