Portraits of Excellence UAHA All-Stars

Graphic for the 2024 University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni's Portraits of Excellence All Stars event

The University of Arizona Alumni (UAHA) community is a vibrant, philanthropic fellowship providing scholarships and academic support for UArizona students who will be our future leaders committed to transforming and elevating the Hispanic community.

The theme of this year's Portraits of Excellence (POE) scholarship fundraising event is an UAHA “All-Stars” Celebration where we will be honoring the following five “All-Stars” who have made outstanding contributions to our Hispanic community.

Photo of Roger Canchola, UAHA 2024 Portraits of Excellence All-Star

Portraits of Excellence UAHA All-Stars - Roger Canchola

Following in his father’s footsteps, UArizona alum Roger Canchola became a franchisee of McDonald’s, and he now owns six restaurants across Tucson.

Image of Sarah Miranda, UAHA Portraits of Excellence All-Star

Portraits of Excellence UAHA All-Stars - Sarah Miranda

In 2009, Sarah Miranda joined the UAHA board of directors. For six years, she chaired the special events committee.

Photo of UAHA Portraits of Excellence All-Star Oscar Lujan

Portraits of Excellence UAHA All-Stars - Oscar Lujan

Oscar Lujan’s involvement with the University of Arizona started when he was hired by the institution’s postal services department.

Photo of Portraits of Excellence All-Star Dr. Marla Franco

Portraits of Excellence UAHA All-Stars - Dr. Marla Franco

Marla Franco serves as the inaugural vice president of Hispanic Serving Institution initiatives at the University of Arizona.

Photo of UAHA Portraits of Excellence All-Star Kasey Urquídez

Portraits of Excellence UAHA All-Stars - Dr. Kasey Urquídez

Kasey Urquídez has dedicated her life to all facets of education.