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Let’s Make a Mosaic! Luis Perez
MCC LOUNGE
Seed and grain mosaic is one of the many endangered ancient Mexican traditions. In this workshop you will learn methods used in the past for flora and fauna Pre-Columbian designs with seeds, grains, and wax. During the delicate placing of seeds and grains, children will learn about the history, symbols, and beliefs of ancient Mexican civilizations. Born in Mexico City, Luis Perez is a professional musician and artist who has devoted his life to the research of Pre-Columbian music and art. Ages 9 and up.
Co-sponsored by the Isla Vista Elementary ASES Grant, Isla Vista/UCSB Liaison, and UCSB Early Childhood Care & Education Services.
Race Matters Series
Black and Brown Relations in Higher Education Becky Martinez
MCC LOUNGE
Within the systemic dynamics of privilege and oppression, Black and Brown communities are often in conflict with each other over resources and support in the academy. Thus, instead of working together, division is created. Additionally, members of these communities struggle to find a sense of belonging with the lack of Black and Brown faculty and administrators to serve as role models and mentors. This interactive session will discuss the opportunities and challenges for members of Black and Brown communities to intentionally cultivate solidarity between and across difference. As a multi-cultural development consultant, Becky works with colleges and universities across the nation to develop socially just campuses for people of all groups. Her work focuses on dismantling systems of oppression through critical dialogue and reflection intertwined with theoretical foundations.
Cup of Culture
The Learning
MCC THEATER
The Learning follows four Filipino teachers during their freshman year in America as they take their place on the frontline of the No Child Left Behind Act. The film chronicles the sacrifices they make as they try to maintain a long-distance relationship with their children and families and begin a new one with the mostly African-American students whose schooling is now entrusted to them. Their story is at once intensely personal and fundamentally public as they become part of the machinery of American education reform policy. Ramona Díaz, 98 min., English, 2011, USA. Co-sponsored by the Asian Resource Center , Kapatirang Pilipino, and the UCSB Library.
Race Matters Series
The Reel Mixed Media: Portrayals of the Mixed Experience on Film and TV Fanshen Cox
MCC LOUNGE
Join us for an open conversation on the Mixed experience and an exploration of how Mixed people are portrayed on television and in film. Fanshen Cox is co-founder/co-producer of the Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival and co-host of the award-winning podcast Mixed Chicks Chat, both of which were created to highlight and share stories of the Mixed experience – including those of trans-racial/cultural adoptees and their families, those in interracial/cultural relationships and any person who identifies with having Mixed heritage.
