The Department of Ethnic Studies hosted a symposium on Latinx and Indigenous identity, featuring talks and workshops to educate the Cal Poly community on the indigenous communities of Latin America and their experiences.
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Guest speaker leads “Toltequity” presentation to discuss ancient Toltec knowledge
On Friday, Oct. 6, Armando Cruz Sanchez, a practitioner of Toltec knowledge, hosted a Zoom from his home right outside of Oaxaca, Mexico to discuss the history of the indigenous communities there.
His presentation included information about Toltequity, the Toltec pyramid of growth, Toltec Cosmonomy and the modern approach to Totequity Kinam.
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Cal Poly student pushes for the inclusion of West Asian and North African studies courses
Political science sophomore Milo Wolter is working to expand the current course catalog, to soon include courses on studies of West Asian and North African Studies and also an Arabic language course. “I think there’s a large misunderstanding of the region and its peoples, and that is something I’m really trying to highlight, especially with […]
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California Senate approves bill to make ethnic studies a graduation requirement
Starting Fall 2021, Cal Poly will require students to take an ethnic studies course once approved by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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ASI Board of Directors endorses bill that would require students to take an ethnic studies course before graduating
The vote was almost unanimous, with 20 board members voting for the endorsement. Only one board member voted against the endorsement and three board members abstained from voting.
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Taking an ethnic studies course may become a graduation requirement
The California State Legislature may vote to determine that taking an ethnic studies course should be a graduation requirement.
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Blackface backlash: How Cal Poly’s reputation has been impacted by racist incidents
The recent blackface incident has drawn national and international attention and affected Cal Poly’s image and reputation.
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Letter to the Editor: A message from Ethnic Studies faculty to students of color
The Ethnic Studies faculty express their support and love for students of color in light of recent events.
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SLO Voyagers bring dragon boat racing to Cal Poly
SLO Voyagers started rowing together last quarter and have since practiced every Saturday morning in Morro Bay.
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Don’t Believe The Hype: The unique elements of the hip-hop library exhibit
The exhibit will display topics such as graffiti writing, break dancing, deejaying, emceeing and knowledge production
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Student stage mock die-in as part of CSU-wide protest
Students protested a multitude of topics, including costs associated with the CSU’s new Sustainable Financial Model.