The heart of African beats within Latin Music
Ricky Rodas, Investigative Reporter
April 24, 2018
Filed under Culture, Headlines
Latin America has had a rich history of creating vibrant music and catchy dances that have mesmerized the continent and the world at large. What the casual music listener may not realize, though, is that African rhythms are the backbone of nearly every form of Latin music. This was the focus of Colombian musician Leopol...
Aminah: Success in Wisdom
Kyle Frizol, Copy Editor
April 3, 2018
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Some are born to be politicians, teachers, doctors or even entrepreneurs; however, some are born to tell stories–to represent voices that would otherwise be unheard. Many individuals have followed this calling passionately and have changed the world around them. John Steinbeck provided a glimpse into...
Trans Girl Magic: Humanizing All Identities
Mary Pace, Contributor
March 28, 2018
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Last Thursday, Cal State LA’s Cross Cultural Centers (CCC) hosted Trans Girl Magic: Feminism, Gender Justice and Trans Inclusion last Thursday. The event began with students learning about influential activists such as Marsha P. Johnson, Lavern Cox and Carmen Carrera. Karla Glasgow, an Anthropology...
Celebrating Diversity & Culture
Mary Pace, Contributor
March 5, 2018
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Last Tuesday, The College of Professional and Global Education (PaGE) continued to bring diverse and global educational experiences to the University through their International Student Dinner. The event provided an opportunity for domestic and international students and scholars, including those...
The Illuminating Case of Benjamin Bateman
Mary Pace, Contributor
March 2, 2018
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Last Thursday, Cal State LA’s Professor Benjamin Bateman presented his book “The Modernist Art of Queer Survival”. The CCC’s series highlights cultural, gender identity and justice-focused research by Cal State LA faculty, staff and administrators. Professor Bateman’s book focuses on...
Out of This World
Cara Gonzales, Photo Editor
March 2, 2018
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The International Day of Dance Company enters its ninth season this spring showcasing a variety of pieces choreographed by students, alumni and director Seonagh Kummer. The show, Latitude Crossing, hit stage on Feb. 23 and 24 at the A.R.C (A Room to Create) in Pasadena. Latitude Crossings uses the...
Rewarding Scholars
Mary Pace, Contributor
February 23, 2018
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Cal State LA’s Center for the Study of Genders and Sexualities (CSGS) celebrated its faculty and student scholars as well as upcoming opportunities for student project funding last Thursday. Professor Benjamin Bateman introduced CSGS’s newest fellowship opportunity. The funding is open to any...
Gentrification Leads to Local Activism
Adriana Sanchez, Contributor
February 23, 2018
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On Feb. 15, Dr. Kimberley Robertson of the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality department hosted a panel titled “Gentrification, Indigeneity and Gender” in the U-SU Theater. There were three main presenters: Joel Garcia of Self Help Graphics & Art, Raquel Ramon of Dolores Mission, and Dr. Charles...
The Year of the Dog
Jordan Hansen, Contributor
February 19, 2018
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A lively mix of vibrant colors and rich sounds filled the Student Union Plaza on Thursday afternoon, as a crowd of Cal State LA students gathered to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a traditional Asian festival. The celebration began at 12:30 p.m. on Feb. 16 and lasted for around an hour. It was...
Professor’s Wisdom
Mary Pace, Contributor
February 15, 2018
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Cal State LA’s Professor Dolores Delgado Bernal and Octavio Villalpando led the presentation Working Toward Racial, Gender and Economic Justice in the Academy at University-Student Union last Thursday. Both professors are leading scholars on Critical Race Theory and Chicanx students in higher education....
On a First Name Basis
Kyle Frizol, Copy Editor
February 15, 2018
Filed under Culture
Recently, a student activist group on campus, Trans* Queer Equity Campaign, advocated for Golden Eagle Territory (GET) to offer first name preferences for students who prefer to use a name other than their legal identity. This addition is the latest by the organization who have also campaigned for gender-neutral...
Treasure Hunt
Adriana Sanchez, Contributor
February 15, 2018
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On Feb. 5, the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center showed the documentary, Treasure: From Tragedy to Trans Justice, Mapping a Detroit Story. Directed by Dream Hampton. The film shines light on the brutal murder of Shelley “Treasure” Hilliard and the impact she made on her local transgender community. Hilliard...