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Volume 4 – Special Edition: After SOAR

Published: February–March 2026
Route: Past 🌿 Present 🌺 Future

We did it. SOAR is over — and we're still standing, hearts full. Despierta Boricua reached its fundraising goal, and because of your support we are moving forward with one of the most ambitious things we've ever attempted: closing the streets for Calle Corona.

This special edition recaps the Benito Bowl (400+ people, DB's largest event to date), honors Orlando Rivera '77, celebrates Sonia Rosa's presentation on Julia de Burgos, and looks ahead to everything coming this spring and fall.

Y todos ustedes, personas maravillosas, son los verdaderos MVPs — nunca lo olviden.

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February–March 2026

Volume 4 – Special Edition: After SOAR

We reached our goal. Now we close the streets. The post-SOAR edition recapping the Benito Bowl, honoring Orlando Rivera '77, Sonia Rosa at Julia de Burgos, and what's coming this spring.

  • SOAR Goal Reached — Calle Corona is On
  • Benito Bowl — DB's Largest Event (400+)
  • Honoring Orlando Rivera '77
  • Sonia Rosa at Julia de Burgos Celebration
  • MEChA x DB Partnerships
  • Taíno Exhibit + Spring 2026 Schedule
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February 2026

Volume 3 – The Movement Grows

Bad Bunny made Grammy history. We're making ours. Our most ambitious semester yet—conferences, block parties, and building infrastructure that lasts.

  • Bad Bunny Grammy Win & "ICE Out"
  • Xander Zayas Boxing History
  • Benito Bowl — 400+ Attendees
  • Estamos Aquí Conference (26 Universities)
  • Calle Corona Block Party
  • Yale SOAR Fundraising Campaign
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November | December 2025

Volume 2 – Year-End Edition

The grand finale of 2025. A reflection on an incredible year of community, culture, and growth—plus a look ahead to 2026.

  • Bori-Grad Brunch
  • MEChA x DB: Shared History Teach-In
  • Celebración de Lux — Lechón Asado
  • Last Cafecito (ft. Antonio's Abuela!)
  • Club Caribe Party
  • 2026 Sneak Peek
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September | October 2025

Volume 1 – First Arrivals

Our inaugural edition featuring our first major events of the semester, community building, and launching new initiatives.

  • Dr. Antonia Novello Visit
  • Hartford Puerto Rican Parade
  • Bad Bunny Watch Party
  • Antonio Martorell Fireside Chat
  • Tobin Report 50th Anniversary
  • Northeast Alliance Formation
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