In recent years, there has been a growing discussion around incorporating ethnic studies into school curriculums across the country. However, there is still debate about how this should be done and what the goals of such education should be. This leaves us with the question: How Should We Teach Race and Ethnicity in American High Schools? To answer this question, The Open Academy and Chicano Latino Student Affairs (CLSA) invited José Gonzalez and Adam Seagrave. Salon: 3-5pm Dinner: 5:30pm

Interested in knowing more about global awards and fellowships, such as Fulbright, Marshall, Watson, and Rhodes? Then join Jason Jeffrey, Pomona College's Fellowship Director, to learn more about these extraordinary opportunities.

Angie Cruz is a novelist and editor. Her most recent novel is How Not To Drown in A Glass of Water (2022). Her novel Dominicana was shortlisted for The Women’s Prize, longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and The Aspen Words Literary Prize, a RUSA Notable book, and the winner of the ALA/YALSA Alex Award in fiction. It was named most anticipated/ best book in 2019 by Time, Newsweek, People, Oprah Magazine, The Washington Post, The New York Times, and Esquire. Cruz is the author of two other novels, Soledad and Let It Rain Coffee, and has been published in The Paris Review, VQR, Callaloo, Gulf Coast, and elsewhere. She's the founder […]

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Take a break and join us for some creative fun as we learn how to make a traditional piñata!

Interested in working with medically underserved communities? If so, attend this session led by Dr. Valita Jones from UCSD School of Medicine to learn about their PRIME program. The UC San Diego School of Medicine (SOM) Program in Medical Education – Health Equity (PRIME-HEq) is part of a system-wide effort at the University of California to train physicians better able to meet the needs of the diverse Californian population who are traditionally underserved by the medical system. PRIME-HEq is an inclusive program designed to build on students’ interests and backgrounds in community service. PRIME-HEq faculty work with students to identify populations or communities at risk […]

Meet and greet members of the CLSA Latinx Community while you enjoy some delicious Mexican paletas.

We will have goody bags, popcorn, and lots of fun! This event is limited to the first 35 registrants, so don't wait and sign up!

Ask questions, hang out, chill, learn about resources, get resume tips, career path advice, and more!

Please come engage in some yoga and meditation with your peers at CLSA! This is an inclusive space for all skill levels and will focus on engaging with our bodies and breath through gentle movements. Dr. Dana Reyes will be facilitating this workshop. Please, bring your own mat or a towel for the floor.