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Tardeada for the exhibition Hope and Dignity: The Farmworker Movement

Pico House, 424 North Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012

  Program includes honoring three social justice heroes involved in the farmworker movement and a performance of a Teatro Campesino acto, titled "Las Dos Caras del Patroncito," and a guided tour of the exhibition. The acto will be performed by professional actor Rubén Garfias and three CSUN students, Joshua Santiago, Daniel Martínez, and Juan Sánchez,… Continue reading Tardeada for the exhibition Hope and Dignity: The Farmworker Movement

$120
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Musical Gala in tribute to Prof. Everto “Veto” Ruiz

Plaza del Sol Performance Hall, University Student Union 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, United States

  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.  

$75
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The Mexican Diaspora in Los Angeles and the Role of the Mexican Consulate

Kurland Hall

  Ambassador Carlos Gonzalez-Gutierrez, Mexican Consul in Los Angeles, will lecture on the topic: The Mexican Diaspora in Los Angeles and the Tasks of the Mexican Consulate. The event will take place on October 9 at 10 a.m. in Kurland Hall.

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Keynote Speaker: Erica Alfaro, “Succeed Despite Adversity”

Lake View Terrace Room, East Conference Center, University Student Union 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge, CA, United States

  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… Continue reading Keynote Speaker: Erica Alfaro, “Succeed Despite Adversity”

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Join Us in Honoring Culture, Research and Community Activism!

Altadena Room, East Conference Center, University Student Union 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge, CA, United States

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… Continue reading Join Us in Honoring Culture, Research and Community Activism!

Join Us in Honoring Culture, Research and Community Activism: Oct. 9
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Cafecito con Pan: Latinx Narrative Breaking Misconceptions

Building 21-MPR

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… Continue reading Cafecito con Pan: Latinx Narrative Breaking Misconceptions

Papel Picado Workshop

University Library: UL 365A

Learn to make papel picado with Candy Angel-Diaz, "the Nepantlera Artivist." Attendees will learn accessible approaches to this centuries-old craft in an immersive, hands-on workshop in the Library as we begin preparations for Día de Muertos. Join us for an afternoon of art, snacks, and community! The Papel Picado Workshop is open to all CSUN… Continue reading Papel Picado Workshop

Papel Picado Workshop
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POSTPONED: Sabor y Ritmo: A Celebration of Latino/a/x Heritage Month

Plaza del Sol, University Student Union 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge, CA, United States

Please be advised this event has been POSTPONED! 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… Continue reading POSTPONED: Sabor y Ritmo: A Celebration of Latino/a/x Heritage Month

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Aida Cuevas Spanish Leadership Series

Zev Rehersal Room, The Soraya

Durante esta conversacion (toda en español) con Aida Cuevas, estudiante podran escuchar directamente de ella su experiencia como una lider en las Artes. Para registrarte envia un correo electronico a Juliana.alvarez@csun.edu.   During this conversation (all in Spanish) with Aida Cuevas, both students and community members will be able to hear first hand her experience… Continue reading Aida Cuevas Spanish Leadership Series

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Celebrating Nuestra Gente, Raices y Cultura: La Pachanga

G3 Parking Lot

Join us for a day of festivities to Celebrate Nuestra Gente, Raises y Cultura as one of the last programs for this year's Heritage Month celebration. Come experience a low rider car show featuring over 20 classic cars The DJ will be spinning the best in salsa, bachata, cumbias, reggaeton y mas Live Mariachi and… Continue reading Celebrating Nuestra Gente, Raices y Cultura: La Pachanga

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Flying Barriletes: Experience the Beauty of this Day of the Dead Tradition!

Ferman Presentation Room, University Library

On November 4, CSUN will host a special exhibition featuring the work of artisans from Guatemala. This event will highlight the majestic barriletes (giant kites) brought from Santiago Sacatepéquez, a town renowned for its rich tradition of kite-making for the Day of the Dead celebrations. The artisans will not only display their intricately designed barriletes… Continue reading Flying Barriletes: Experience the Beauty of this Day of the Dead Tradition!

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