Every year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the history, culture and contributions of Latino and Hispanic communities in the United States. At CSUDH, nearly 68% of the 14,400 students enrolled this year identify as Latino or Hispanic. The university is also recognized as an Hispanic-Serving Institution. As the month comes […]
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Chicanx Studies faces uncertain future due to budget cuts
Possible merger with other ethnic studies programs risks loss of identity, faculty say. During the 1950s and 1960s, Mexican-American students in Los Angeles had a 60% dropout rate compared to their white counterparts. At some schools, teachers recommended Chicanx students enroll in courses designed for special education, while staff at others prohibited students from speaking […]
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La Casita to host annual Dia de Los Muertos event
By Alizah Salazar, Staff Reporter Dia de Los Muertos is a cornerstone of CSUDH campus culture, bringing together students, faculty, staff and the Carson community. The annual event on campus offers a space for reflection and a celebration of life – a must-attend experience for anyone interested in learning more about this Toro tradition. The […]
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A Latinx LGBTQ Organization for the Community
Angel Elizalde, outreach member for the Latino Equality Alliance, standing in front of a mural they received from the community. Photo by Cesar Armas By Cesar Armas, Staff Reporter At California State University, Dominguez Hills, a number of students identify with the Latinx and the LGBTQ community. Although there are resources on campus such as […]
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The Labels that divide: A search for true identity
The divide between two cultural identities. Photo Credits: Getty Images By: Lloyd Bravo, Staff Reporter “Latino” and “ Hispanic” are terms that have been shoveled into the psyche of the American public as the “proper” way to acknowledge anyone with brown-skinned who is from over the border. These labels have muddled my own identity, making me […]