Filmmaker’s Collaborative member Dr. Paul Espinosa, Professor and Filmmaker, Arizona State University has been selected to receive the Outstanding Latino/a Cultural Award in Fine or Performing Arts, presented by the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHHE) at the AAHHE 5th annual conference in Costa Mesa, CA. AAHHE is an agent of change for improving education, thus enabling Hispanic students to fully participate in a diverse society.

Dr. Paul Espinosa was selected by a panel of experts in higher education. The selection criteria focused on the recipient’s sustained contributions and efforts to showcase the significant accomplishments this award represents. Each year, this award is given to someone who has contributed significantly to our understanding of our Hispanic community and/or culture through a medium in the arts and/or performing arts.

“It’s wonderful to be acknowledged by your peers for the work you love doing. Documenting the experiences of my community on film has been a truly rewarding experience. Thank you to AAHHE for this recognition.”