The mission of the Latin@ Graduate Student Association is to:

• Enrich the intellectual and social community for Latina/o graduate and professional studies
• Advocate for Latina/o graduate and professional students, faculty, and other members of the Iowa State University community
• Support Iowa State University, the Graduate College, and all other interested parties in the recruitment, retention, and completion of Latina/o graduate and professional students
• Encourage Latina/o students to pursue higher education
• Develop partnerships with interested stakeholders included but not limited to: faculty, staff, and other student and campus organizations at Iowa State University
• Promote awareness of professional development and research opportunities to Latina/o graduate and professional students