Letter from the Director

As acting director of the Julian Samora Research Institute (JSRI), I am pleased to report that in partnership with University Outreach and Engagement, JSRI has initiated a national search for the next director. This significant step, which began in late June and is expected to conclude in fall 2024, will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of JSRI and its initiatives.

JSRI researchers and staff continue to work on research projects and outreach activities supporting Latino communities in Michigan and the Midwest. For example, Latino populations have increased substantially in the United States, Midwest, and Michigan. Dr. Jean Kayitsinga’s research uses U.S. census data to highlight Latino population profiles in Michigan, how Latinos’ socioeconomic resources compare to those of other racial and ethnic groups, and the effects of social context and social cohesion on Latino child and adult obesity.

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