All Events
Cup of Culture
¡Viva México!
MCC THEATER
City of Los Angeles, USA. In the heart of the city, undocumented Mexican immigrants are hunted by the police and struggle to earn a living without losing their identity. On the other side of the border, in a journey from the mountains of southeastern Mexico to the northern border with the United States, Sub-commander Marcos and the people of Mexico trace the forgotten face of a country. A celebration of the struggle for land and dignity. Nicolas Défossé, 120 min., Spanish with English subtitles, 2010, Mexico.
MCC in I.V.
An Evening of Spoken Word with DJ Suelo
JAVANS’ (938 EMBARCADERO DEL NORTE, ISLA VISTA)
Calling all conscious poets to the stage! The MCC is creating an open mic for anyone to artistically express themselves while educating others on current issues affecting students of color, women, differently abled people, queers, and allies. Come, enjoy, and share talents in this safe space for a night of 'edutainment.'
Cup of Culture – Meet the Filmmaker
White Wash
MCC THEATER
White Wash xplores the complexity of race in America through the eyes of the ocean. In examining the history of world water culture and of black identity as it triumphs and evolves in the minds of black surfers, we learn about the power of transcending race as a constructive phenomenon. Discussion following the screening. Panelists include, Ted Woods, director; Rick Blocker, UCSB Alum and founder of BlackSurfing.com; Alison Rose Jefferson, Cultural Historian and UCSB Doctoral Graduate Student in History; and Peter Neushul, UCSB Lecturer on the History of Science and Surfing. Ted Woods, 78 min., English, 2011, USA. Co-sponsored by the A.S. Coastal Fund, the Center for Black Studies Research, and the History Department.
Create Politically Conscious Entertainment! with CAMPUSBUILLD ILL-Literacy
MCC LOUNGE
CampusBuiLLd is a unique method of addressing political issues that are important to college students while honoring the integrity of entertainment. Engage in this workshop that specifically addresses the different aspects of organizing creatively onstage, on campus, and in the professional world.Co-sponsored by the Middle Eastern Resource Center – Educational Opportunity Program.
