Tribute to Professor Everto “Veto” Ruiz for dedication to CSUN and community partners. We will recognize his contribution to Chicano/a Studies, La Raza Alumni Association and the Latin(x) community. Tickets on sale September 2. Purchase tickets at The Soraya website or the Soraya ticket office (818)677-3000.  

Join us for brief, inspiring speeches by faculty and student leaders from Chicana/o Studies and Central American and Transborder Studies. Learn about their research, activism and contributions to CSUN’s legacy, and explore ways to get involved.

  Erica Alfaro is a CSU alumna, an award-winning author, educational advocate and the proud daughter of migrant farmworkers. In 2019, Erica’s graduation picture, where she is standing in a strawberry field with her farmworker parents, became the first graduation picture to go viral and made headlines worldwide. Erica will be presenting an hour-long keynote presentation on three lessons that led to her success despite adversity. She will also be giving away copies of her book, Harvesting Dreams, and having a brief Q&A. UCS will be providing light refreshments from Porto’s for attendees as well. Please RSVP using the QR code below.  The event will also be accessible via Zoom.  

Take part in an event highlighting the rich legacy and bright future of Latinx/a/e/o culture, research and activism. Connect with faculty, community activists and fellow students as you learn about the history that has shaped Chicana/o Studies, the field’s valuable contributions and explore the important work currently being done to continue this legacy.  Don’t miss this chance to be part of a meaningful conversation and to contribute to a legacy of activism, education, and community!   Do you need interpretation for this event? If so, please fill out the Interpreting Services Request Form at least seven business days prior to the event. 

Available to CSUN Housing Residents Only. Discuss issues of difference, conflict, and community within the Latinx culture to facilitate understanding between social/cultural groups. Student participation in semi-structured face-to-face dialogues with students from other social identity groups to learn from each others’ narratives and perspectives. Exploration of ways of taking action beyond Latinx misconceptions to create change and bridge differences at interpersonal and social/community levels.

Celebrate Raza Heritage Month: Celebrating Nuestra Gente y Comunidad with Latino dance and music. Learn about the history of traditional Latino dance and music styles including salsa, merengue, bachata, cumbia, & ballet folklórico. Guest speaker, Dr. Steven Osuna, professor from California State University, Long Beach, will discuss the cultural and historical significance of the various Latino dance styles that represent the diverse cultures of Latin America. Performances by Salsa Libre, Ballet Folklórico Aztlán de CSUN will demonstrate their unique dance styles. Join us for a special baile, Latin dancing open for all to enjoy the sabor y ritmo of Latino music!