In answer to the first question, there is strength in numbers. Already African-Americans and Hispanics comprise two of the largest ethnic minority groups in the United States. For them to come together would greatly increase their influence in all social and political matters. In the political arena, both groups can lobby for greater opportunities when it comes to such important things as education or jobs; basic things. I am not sure how coming together for cultural issues would work, given that both groups have their own unique culture. There is also the fact that within the Hispanic group and the African-American group, there are several denominations. Yet traditionally I have noticed that both groups place a strong emphasis on family. We are all about hugs and loving our mommas! In that sense, I could see the two groups supporting the message of family love and unity. It seems that society has started to regard the family as "uncool" and so a return to that would be nice. I think that if the Hispanic and African-American community are to band together, they first need to realize just how beneficial that would be. They also need to discover their similarities and the issues they have in common. For instance, they both consist of a high concentration of Christians. Both groups should also come to realize that they have shared their load of difficulties over the past and that they have more in common than meets the eye. The answer to the third question may sound naïve, but really the main thing any university can do for its students is provide them with a decent education; regardless of their race. I believe that having good, inspirational professors on staff is the sole key towards achieving that. Teachers who know their stuff and care about their students are priceless. With an education, the student has the tools and ability to handle themselves in the real world. They can later giveback to their communities in several different ways, like serving as a role model.
