The Latinx Resource Center supports students of Latin American descent throughout their journey at SDSU to succeed and thrive academically, socially, and holistically. We are rooted in Latinx culture, with commitments to intersectionality, equity, and social and racial justice.
We cultivate a culturally affirming, inclusive, and welcoming space where Latinx students can show up authentically, be heard in the fullness of their voices, and be seen for the complexity of their diverse experiences.
The Undocumented Resource Center (URC) at San Diego State University was created in 2020 through the efforts of Education Without Borders (EWB), students, staff, faculty, and alumni. The URC aims to offer a safe space where undocumented students (including mixed-status families), faculty, staff, and allies can build community. In addition, the URC facilitates campus-wide education and awareness about the challenges undocuemented students may face due to their legal status.
The programs and services we provide focus on retention, graduation, community building, and the overall well-being of the students. These services include academic and career advising, legal services, assistance with DACA renewals, immigration legal consultation, mental health workshops, guidance and support in navigating campus and community resources, and much more. Many of these resources are available to students, faculty, staff, and immediate family members as well.
The Latinx Student Union (LSU) was conceived to address a scarcity of Latinx affiliated organizations, community, and representation on San Diego’s State University’s campus. Officially established in the fall ‘20 semester, students Rebecca Perez, Serena Causor Rodriguez, Randy Collado, Anaiee Aguilar, Mikayla Acosta, Alondra Hernandez, and Maria Alvarado all worked to bring this effort to life.
According to SDSU’s Presence site which encompasses all the recognized student organizations, LSU’s mission is to, “unite, educate and empower Latinx students through the celebration of culture, and the promotion of positivity, mentorship, purpose, and awareness in all that we do. Ultimately, to inform and involve all members in issues that may affect their lives or welfare of the community.”
"MEChA is an acronym for Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán (Chicanx Student Movement of Aztlán).
Prior to 1969, there were various Mexican Student organizations such as the Mexican American Student Conference (MASC), United Mexican American Students (UMAS), and Mexican American Youth Organization (MAYO) throughout the Southwest (Aztlán). In March 1969, students, teachers, and community activists met at the University of California at Santa Barbara and drafted El Plan de Santa Barbara, a Chicanx plan for higher education. At this meeting, it was agreed upon that all participating student organizations from there on would be known as MEChA.
MEChA has a direct link to community groups and we also have a nationwide network of MEChAs at Junior High, High School, Community College, and University levels."
LASSO is an SDSU student organization that is open to all grade levels and disciplines. Its members are active not just in academics but in advocacy, activism, art, community service and all other arenas that raise awareness and knowledge of LAS-related topics, activities and events in San Diego and beyond. Our purpose is to gain an understanding of Latin America’s place in many academic disciplines as well as to enhance the student experience in their various degree programs through exploring the cultures and influences of Latin America. Membership is open to all SDSU students with an interest in Latin America.
Unnatural Causes: Becoming American (Documental, 2008, 30 min) - Kanopy
La Ofrenda: The Days of the Dead: The Mexican Celebration of the Dead (Documental, 1988, 50 min.) - Kanopy
Chulas Fronteras (Documental, 1976, 59 min.) - Kanopy
Chicano! History of the Mexican-American Civil Rights Movement (4 episodes serie, 1995) - Kanopy
Hispanic Heritage Month by TED (35 episodes, 15-18 minutes each one)
