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Cup of Culture
Missing From Fire Trail Road
MCC Theater
Missing From Fire Trail Road, directed by Sabrina Van Tassel, documents the detailed case of Mary Ellen Johnson-Davis, a Native American woman who disappeared in Washington in 2020. Since the investigation is at a standstill, her sisters and other tribal members set off to discover what happened to her. Mary Ellen’s story exposes how hundreds of Indigenous women continue to go missing in the United States, perpetuating trans-generational traumas.
Resilient Love
POSTPONED: Racial Justice and Restorative Justice in a Time of Awakening, Repair, and Reimagining
Fania Davis
EVENT POSTPONED
Hello, the UCSB RJP & MCC regret to inform you that the event with Dr. Fania Davis scheduled for February 20 is POSTPONED due to unforeseen circumstances. Thanks for your interest and registration. Please check back for a rescheduled date and we appreciate your support
Co-Sponsors: UCSB Restorative Justice Program, A.S. Finance Board and DEI Office, Office of Black Student Development, A.S. Black Women's Health Collaborative, and Gaucho Underground Scholars Program
Art Exhibition
NEW DATE: ART RECEPTION – KABABAIHAN: ART THROUGH FEMINISM AND WOMEN’S WISDOM PINAYSPHERE
PinaySphere
MCC Lounge
*** NEW DATE FEB. 20 (Rescheduled from Feb. 13) ***
The MCC Winter 2025 Art Exhibition’s theme is “Kababaihan: Art Through Feminism and Women’s Wisdom,” which celebrates the power of feminism and women’s collective wisdom through art! The term “Kababaihan” translates to “womanhood” or “femininity” in Tagalog. Featuring works from diverse artists in PinaySphere, “Kababaihan” explores themes of empowerment, resilience, and the transformative role of women in shaping our world. Join us to engage with inspiring art and conversations that honor women’s stories and contributions.
Guest bio: Jen V. Benitez is the Founder / Executive Director of nonprofit, PINAYSPHERE (pin-eye) for Filipina-American youth artists. She is a California-born and raised Filipina-American based out in Camarillo, CA. Originally from Oxnard, CA, she’s lived in Long Beach and New York which has allowed her to expand her network throughout both coasts. She finds herself at the intersection of sacred wellness, creativity, and decolonization. She is passionate about projects that allow her to share her gifts & be of service to those in her community.
Sunday Dinner with FoodNotBombsIV
Little Acorn Park
Join us at the MCC for a heartwarming community event! In collaboration with Food Not Bombs Isla Vista, we’re giving out free vegan dinners to nourish both the body and soul. This initiative promotes solidarity, sustainability, and mutual aid, offering delicious plant-based meals to all. Come by, share a meal, and connect with our community in the spirit of care and inclusivity. All are welcome!
Co-Sponsor: Food Not Bombs Isla Vista
