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Dia de Los Muertos Celebrations on Campus!

As Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) approaches here are some of the events happening on campus.
Please make sure to check out the wonderful Ofrendas in Scott Hall and in other places!
Congratulations to Alex Mendoza!

The Department wishes to congratulate the 2009 winner of the Graduate Teaching Award in Chicano Studies, Alexandra Mendoza Covarrubias. She has taught an array of core courses for the department including: the Introduction to Chicana/o Literature, Transnational Chicana/o Theory, and Chicana/o Music and Art. Popular with students, Mendoza Covarrubias has consistently earned above average evaluations and has inspired students to think more critically about important issues relevant to the Chicana/o-Latina/o community as well as the larger society. A graduate student in American Studies, Mendoza Covarrubias is currently completing her dissertation entitled: "Birthing Resistance: Adolescent Chicana Motherhood and the Violence of Everyday Life." Because she combines rigorous, interdisciplinary research in Chicana/o Studies scholarship with Freirean pedagogical techniques and high expectations for thoughtful student engagement in the classroom, we are proud to have her as an instructor in our department.
THE DEPARTMENT HAS A NEW PROFESSOR!

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Lori Rodriguez will be joining the faculty as an assistant professor beginning in the fall, 2009. Rodriguez holds a B.A. and an M.S. in psychology and has earned her Ph.D. in English from the University of Texas at San Antonio, specializing in Latina/o literature.
Look for events in the fall to welcome Dr. Rodriguez to campus.

Recent Events

Dia De Los Muertos Photos 2009

On Friday October 30th, the annual celebration of Dia de los muertos took place on campus beginning with the dedication of altars. The altars were located in Scott Hall, Appleby Hall and La Raza Cultural Student Center. Each of them were built by current Casa Sol students, Chicano Studies classes, and members of La Raza according to this year's theme of "Body Counts." Each group took an approach to interpreting the theme and choreographed their altar accordingly to honor those past and present Mexican-Americans who have sacrificed themselves and their bodies throughout history in various ways. After the procession and dedication, the dancers from Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue performed outside Coffman Memorial Union. After the performance, students and observers enjoyed tamales and pan de muerto in La Raza. The event was a huge success and we had a great turn out this year. Thanks to all who participated and contributed to this year's event and hope to see you all next year!
Lunch with Faculty Featuring Dr. Lori Rodriguez 10/23/2009

La Raza Student Cultural Center invites you to a lunch meeting with new Chicano Studies faculty member Dr. Lori Rodriguez!

Friday, October 23rd
11:30 A.M.
La Raza - 211 Coffman Union
Please join us for an informal conversation with Dr. Lori Rodriguez over lunch that we will provide.

This event is free and open to the public so bring your friends!
Questions? Contact:
Edwing Bonfil at bonfi003@umn.edu or
Jesús Estrada-Pérez at estr0044@umn.edu
Chicana/o Studies Student & Faculty at the State Fair 2009

Here are some pics of Chicana/o Studies Students and Faculty at the Minnesota State Fair!
Felicidades!

The Department of Chicano Studies would like to congratulate Lisa Sass Zaragoza for winning the 2009 Outstanding Community Service Award from the University of Minnesota's Office for Public Engagement.
The award, established in 1999 by President Robert H. Bruininks, recognizes members of the University community who have devoted their time and talent to making substantial and enduring contributions to the community, to improving public life and to the well-being of society. Their contributions and accomplishments have resulted in long-term and lasting changes for the public good and demonstrate an unusual commitment to community engagement.
Lisa was nominated for her role in planning and establishing the Minnesota Network of Latinos in Higher Education.