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‘Quinceañeras’ gathers UI alums for a conversation on tradition, girlhood
A new book examines quinceañeras as more than coming of age celebrations, exploring their connections to religion, media, gender, race and Latinx identity. Insp
By By Aline Rios, Staff Writer · 2026-09-13T09:20:40.342Z
A new book examines quinceañeras as more than coming of age celebrations, exploring their connections to religion, media, gender, race and Latinx identity. Inspired by a museum exhibit, the collection also highlights how people are reshaping the tradition through adult and gender nonconforming celebrations. The discussion offers insight into changing ideas of girlhood, culture and belonging.
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