Family, Homeland, Revolution: Stories of the Chicano Movement Exhibit Dates: April 6- June 24, 2018 The Mexican Museum is proud to present Family, Homeland, Revolution: Stories of the Chicano Movement; an exhibition that showcases over 40 works by Chicano artists from the Civil Rights Movement to today. Chicano art transforms and takes the shape of the community it … [Read more...] about Family, Homeland, Revolution: Stories of the Chicano Movement
Archives for March 2018
53rd Latino Leaders Network Luncheon Brings Local Leaders Together in San Jose
by Linda Castillo On March 21, 2018 the 53rd Latino Leaders Network Luncheon was held at the Fairmont Hotel in Downtown San Jose. This luncheon is a part of a series of events by the Latino Leaders Network, a non-profit organization founded by the honorable Mickey Ibarra in 2004. The mission of the organization is dedicated to “Bringing Leaders Together” to establish … [Read more...] about 53rd Latino Leaders Network Luncheon Brings Local Leaders Together in San Jose
Maria Echaveste Receives the Eagle Leadership Award
by Linda Castillo At the recent Latino Leaders Network Luncheon held in San Jose on March 21, 2018, Maria Echaveste was presented with the Eagle Leadership Award for making a significant impact on the lives of Latinos living in the United States. Maria, daughter of Mexican migrant farm workers shared her personal story of obstacles overcome to achieve success becoming the … [Read more...] about Maria Echaveste Receives the Eagle Leadership Award
‘What it comes down to is life or death’ — Students shout for a revolution at March for Our Lives
Excerpt: PBS Nation Cutting deep into the hearts of an emotional crowd in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, Emma González, a leader of the March for Our Lives, held silence on stage for most of 6 minutes and 20 seconds, the amount of time it took a shooter to kill her classmates on Valentine’s Day. It was evocative of the hour that González and other survivors … [Read more...] about ‘What it comes down to is life or death’ — Students shout for a revolution at March for Our Lives
Latinas & Libros Event April 26, 2018
In collaboration with the SJSU Chicanx/Latinx Student Success Center, join us for an evening to celebrate contributions of Latinas in literature and our Latino heritage. This complimentary event will feature Latina authors sharing their inspirational stories, book signing, Mexican hot chocolate and pan dulce. Event: Latinas & Libros Date: Thursday, April 26, 2018 … [Read more...] about Latinas & Libros Event April 26, 2018