~~Wachale~~ Department of Chicano and Latino Studies| University of Minnesota, TC
E-newsletter connecting departmental friends, family, alumni, allies, and others interested in issues impacting Chicanx and Latinx communities and the
Chicano & Latino Studies Department.
Content: Departmental Happenings|Campus Happenings|Community Happenings| Career Corner
Departmental Happenings
Back-to-School 2020
Greetings from the Department of Chicano & Latino Studies,
During these unprecedented times, you can imagine that Chicano & Latino Studies faculty and staff are working to support equity, inclusion, and social justice in their day-to-day activities. I share just a few examples.
In March, Lisa Sass Zaragoza, our community liaison, helped identify and share information about resources for Latinx students and communities, which we came to learn were the hardest impacted by the pandemic and the subsequent economic downturn.
Gabriela Spears-Rico participated in a conversation about monuments and memory with Mni Sota Indigenous scholars to discuss how our communities move forward to create public spaces that are more inclusive.
Department of Chicano and Latino Studies Faculty Dr. Jimmy Patino, reflects in this article on Chicano History and identity in this website platform of The History Channel. Click on the image to go to the article.
Campus Happenings
What does Social Justice and Change Look Like as a Latinx Community?
Dr. Becky Martinez
Wednesday, October 7 | 5:00pm -6:15 pm CST Location: Zoom
There is a beautiful complexity of identity as Latinx people that's both refreshing and challenging to discuss and navigate. Come ready to engage concepts of social justice and change related to who and where we are, and who and where we want to be as a Latinx community. This workshop will provide space for learning, connection, curiosity and support as Latinx people and an opportunity to just "be" as a community. Thank you to the Dr. MLK Jr Program for organizing this webinar.
Check in with the MLK program office for more information and the link.
Community Happenings
Attorney General Keith Ellison and Chuck Rocha
The goal of this year's event is to discuss turning out the LatinX community for the election, building collective power, and how to use that collective power beyond the election. Keith always says that the election is just the beginning. We hope to connect LatinX leaders across the state to discuss with Chuck and Keith about strategies on how we can turn out the vote and learn from each other. Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 7 to Kate @ 515-520-7712.
LatinX Community Meeting w/ AG Ellison and Chuck Rocha
Saturday, October 10 | 11:00-12:30pm CST
Zoom Available Link Upon RSVP
InquilinXs UnidXs por la Justica (IX) Organizes for Housing Justice
Rising inequality compounded by the economic downturn has created a housing crisis across the country, and right here in the Twin Cities. InquilinXs UnidXs por Justicia (IX) (Renters United for Justice) is a non-profit with a vision to create a housing system that works for everyone, where renters direct city development. If you live in the Twin Cities, you may have seen IX leading campaigns to #CancelRent and #NoEvictions..
Latino Lead Organizes Chromebook Fundraiser for Familias who do not have a Computer for DL
Latino Lead is raising money that will go directly to MN Latinx families from now until Oct. 15th. They actively seek donations from companies, organizations, and individuals. Funds raised from the month-long campaign will be used to purchase Chromebooks (or other computing devices) that will be donated to Latinx students in Minnesota. If you can donate Chromebooks, please reach out to us at: irma@latinoleadmn.org.
Minnesota Department of Health ( MDH) Presents a Student Panel Webinar on: COVID -19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities and College Students
Tuesday October 6th, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm | click link here to participate
A panel discussion with several college and university students will be the focus of this Oct. 6 webinar session. Students will speak openly about the impact of COVI-19 on their lives (i.e. personal, external, institutional, and in terms of their aspirations). This event is hosted by MDH, the webinar is being organized by the workgroup on COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Higher Education.
Free COVID Testing! Every Friday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, starting September 11th at Brian Coyle Neighborhood Community Center, adjacent to the U of MN's West Bank | 420 S. 15th Ave. MPLS MN 55454
Young Adults and COVID
The longer the COVID-19 pandemic goes on, the younger its victims get. A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the median age of people with COVID 19 in the U.S. has declined over the spring and summer, with Americans in their 20s now accounting for more cases than people in any other age group. The findings suggest that if the U.S. wants to get its coronavirus outbreak under control, it will need more cooperation from young adults. 📸: Chandan Khanna / AFP / getty images
Career Corner
Virtual CLA Internship & Career Fair October 1| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM CST
At the virtual CLA Internship & Career Fair, you can explore internship, volunteer, and full-time opportunities with employers from a variety of industries who are interested in hiring CLA students and recent alumni for volunteer, internship, and full-time opportunities. This event is for CLA students and recent alumni and is FREE to attend. Advance registration in GoldPASS powered by Handshake is recommended to receive updates and tips for a successful virtual fair experience. You are welcome to attend without advance registration as well.
