Why we need to recognize Hispanic heritage
September 22, 2015
U.S. history has been taught to us since grade school. Most of us can name at least one of the founding fathers, and all of us can remember why we started the Civil Rights Movement. But why were some of us not taught about the Chicano Movement until college?September is National Hispanic Heritage Month. B...
Ethnic study courses inspire students to open their minds
McClatchy Tribune
May 14, 2014
In a state where Latinos make up the majority, one would think California’s educational system would reflect that. According to the California Department of Education, Latinos in 2012/2013 made up 52.7 percent of students in the state.However, with the majority of students in California being Latin...
Norah Jones shines with a little help from her friends
November 29, 2010
Norah Jones is someone my mom likes. Telling people your mom likes something instantly puts it into a category that you are unwilling to talk about, whether praising or insulting. Norah Jones' new album is more than something my mom likes. It is something that I adore. Not because my taste is partic...
