Students celebrate life of Cesar Chavez
Many are thrilled to receive an extra day off from school to get a head start on their spring vacation, but this Friday is not just another day off. It’s set aside to honor a man who changed the lives of farm workers.
César E. Chávez co-founded the United Farm Workers, a union that aimed to get laws set in place so that farm workers would not be abused.
Workers were paid very little, and simple things such as water and restroom breaks were prohibited. These conditions resulted in many illnesses and deaths of people who were willing to work hard in order to have better lives for themselves and their children.
Norma Lara, a nursing and Chicano and Latin American Studies major, is appreciative of the dedication Chávez had to improving the lives of farm workers.
Her parents were farm workers when she was young, and her grandparents were a part of the Bracero Program, which allowed Mexican farm workers to work in the fields of this country.
“I got to meet César Chávez when I was little,â€? Lara said. “It didn’t seem significant at the moment, but I learned that he was an extraordinary man and that his movement was significant because it’s where I came from.â€?
Sarina De La Rosa, a sociology and Chicano and Latin American Studies major and MEChA member, said Chavez was a man who taught others that they did not have to be taken advantage of.
“He was a voice for those that were afraid to have a voice,â€? De La Rosa said.
He also inspired the youth to get an education so that they would not have to experience what their parents did.
“César Chávez opened the door for a lot of students to go to school and go beyond the fields,â€? De La Rosa said.
The activities that will be held in honor of Chavez include poetry readings, art exhibits and various student presentations.
Wednesday’s “Flor y Canto Night: ‘When Dreams Become Arte,’â€? includes poetry and an art exhibit put on by Fresno State students.
A large celebration will be held Thursday that includes entertainment, an altar display, a garlanding ceremony and the announcement of the poetry and essay contest winners.
Friday, some students will be traveling to the National Chávez Center to visit Chávez burial site.
Ambar Alvarez, Trabajadores de la Raza president, is excited about the turnout for these events.
“I have a deep appreciation for what he’s done,â€? Alvarez said. “I admire the strength and courage it took for him to do that and I’m glad to give him the celebration he deserves.â€?
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The radical anachist and MeCHa member on the front cover should take his taxpayer-subsidized education and study an academic subject. Wasn’t this guy on the cover a while ago reading an autobiography of Che Guevara? Man, this guy is definately a threat to national security. But “Aztlan” will soon supplant California, and we light-skinned folk will all be hearded off to the concentration camps or executed—-or that’s MeCHA’s ideal scenario. I love “Zapatrico Dia” and “Octubrefiesta” as well.
The radical anachist and MeCHa member on the front cover should take his taxpayer-subsidized education and study an academic subject. Wasn’t this guy on the cover a while ago reading an autobiography of Che Guevara? Man, this guy is definately a threat to national security. But “Aztlan” will soon supplant California, and we light-skinned folk will all be hearded off to the concentration camps or executed—-or that’s MeCHA’s ideal scenario. I love “Zapatrico Dia” and “Octubrefiesta” as well.
The radical anachist and MeCHa member on the front cover should take his taxpayer-subsidized education and study an academic subject. Wasn’t this guy on the cover a while ago reading an autobiography of Che Guevara? Man, this guy is definately a threat to national security. But “Aztlan” will soon supplant California, and we light-skinned folk will all be hearded off to the concentration camps or executed—-or that’s MeCHA’s ideal scenario. I love “Zapatrico Dia” and “Octubrefiesta” as well.
I CAN THINK OF AT LEAST 20-25 BETTER PEOPLE TO GIVE A STATE HOLIDAY TO: kennedy, churchill, mahatma ghandi just to name a few.
I CAN THINK OF AT LEAST 20-25 BETTER PEOPLE TO GIVE A STATE HOLIDAY TO: kennedy, churchill, mahatma ghandi just to name a few.
I CAN THINK OF AT LEAST 20-25 BETTER PEOPLE TO GIVE A STATE HOLIDAY TO: kennedy, churchill, mahatma ghandi just to name a few.
And maybe you could explain what either of those have to do with CALIFORNIA, since you mentioned a STATE holiday.
As much as it biols the blood of many European ancestors here, Mexico is and always will be a big part of California.
And maybe you could explain what either of those have to do with CALIFORNIA, since you mentioned a STATE holiday.
As much as it biols the blood of many European ancestors here, Mexico is and always will be a big part of California.
And maybe you could explain what either of those have to do with CALIFORNIA, since you mentioned a STATE holiday.
As much as it biols the blood of many European ancestors here, Mexico is and always will be a big part of California.
anybody who likes eating their fruits and veggies should shut the hell up and honor this holiday.
if you can’t get with what cesar chavez did for california simply becase he’s mexican, you are an ignorant fool. no matter who is in the photo.
anybody who likes eating their fruits and veggies should shut the hell up and honor this holiday.
if you can’t get with what cesar chavez did for california simply becase he’s mexican, you are an ignorant fool. no matter who is in the photo.
anybody who likes eating their fruits and veggies should shut the hell up and honor this holiday.
if you can’t get with what cesar chavez did for california simply becase he’s mexican, you are an ignorant fool. no matter who is in the photo.
ohhhhhh nooooooo!! no celebratin’ a communist tomorrow for the ‘mach man.’
ohhhhhh nooooooo!! no celebratin’ a communist tomorrow for the ‘mach man.’
ohhhhhh nooooooo!! no celebratin’ a communist tomorrow for the ‘mach man.’
You guys are a bunch of fucking retards. Cesar Chavez saved milions of peoples lives though safer working conditions.
You guys are a bunch of fucking retards. Cesar Chavez saved milions of peoples lives though safer working conditions.
You guys are a bunch of fucking retards. Cesar Chavez saved milions of peoples lives though safer working conditions.
OOOG,
yeah, having his FWA physically beat Mexican people crossing into the US in order to make a point to farmowners and the ag. industry. Also, forcing people to unionize and levying the threat of physical abuse is not really an American ideal. And watch your language, homie. Do some research on Cesar, the man. It’s also ‘through’ or ‘thru’ safer working conditions, not ‘though.’
OOOG,
yeah, having his FWA physically beat Mexican people crossing into the US in order to make a point to farmowners and the ag. industry. Also, forcing people to unionize and levying the threat of physical abuse is not really an American ideal. And watch your language, homie. Do some research on Cesar, the man. It’s also ‘through’ or ‘thru’ safer working conditions, not ‘though.’
OOOG,
yeah, having his FWA physically beat Mexican people crossing into the US in order to make a point to farmowners and the ag. industry. Also, forcing people to unionize and levying the threat of physical abuse is not really an American ideal. And watch your language, homie. Do some research on Cesar, the man. It’s also ‘through’ or ‘thru’ safer working conditions, not ‘though.’
Yeah, I find it funny that the immigrant amnesty crowd and all other radicals find it so easy to and glorify/deify guevara and hugo chavez and groups like MECHA. Cesar C. wasn’t that great of a fella all else considered. Look his name up in any reputable source. His tactics weren’t so clean.
Yeah, I find it funny that the immigrant amnesty crowd and all other radicals find it so easy to and glorify/deify guevara and hugo chavez and groups like MECHA. Cesar C. wasn’t that great of a fella all else considered. Look his name up in any reputable source. His tactics weren’t so clean.
Yeah, I find it funny that the immigrant amnesty crowd and all other radicals find it so easy to and glorify/deify guevara and hugo chavez and groups like MECHA. Cesar C. wasn’t that great of a fella all else considered. Look his name up in any reputable source. His tactics weren’t so clean.
Dear Nadds,
My name is Nicolas Santoyo and I would like to take a few moments to respond to your comment. First, I am and have never been a member of MECHA. Second, rather than the “taxpayers-subsidized education” you accuse me of utilizing, I worked hard for my education by earning a scholarship. I m also way ahead of you when you tell me to “study an academic subject,” for I am a Fresno State Alumni with a degree in finance. Third, I am not sure what an “anachist” is but I am sure you can tell me when you learn to write. Fourth, Ernesto Guevara was a true example of heroism and commitment beyond any level you or I will ever know, therefore, be more respectful when using his name.
Dear Nadds,
My name is Nicolas Santoyo and I would like to take a few moments to respond to your comment. First, I am and have never been a member of MECHA. Second, rather than the “taxpayers-subsidized education” you accuse me of utilizing, I worked hard for my education by earning a scholarship. I m also way ahead of you when you tell me to “study an academic subject,” for I am a Fresno State Alumni with a degree in finance. Third, I am not sure what an “anachist” is but I am sure you can tell me when you learn to write. Fourth, Ernesto Guevara was a true example of heroism and commitment beyond any level you or I will ever know, therefore, be more respectful when using his name.
Dear Nadds,
My name is Nicolas Santoyo and I would like to take a few moments to respond to your comment. First, I am and have never been a member of MECHA. Second, rather than the “taxpayers-subsidized education� you accuse me of utilizing, I worked hard for my education by earning a scholarship. I m also way ahead of you when you tell me to “study an academic subject,� for I am a Fresno State Alumni with a degree in finance. Third, I am not sure what an “anachist� is but I am sure you can tell me when you learn to write. Fourth, Ernesto Guevara was a true example of heroism and commitment beyond any level you or I will ever know, therefore, be more respectful when using his name.
Who accused Santoyo of what? Where did he enter the conversation? When did Nicolas Santoyo become front and center? Me thinks it’s that ‘all for one one for all’ hispanic pride crap that needs to be eliminated if that race is to advance. Regardless of scholarships, the bill for the education you receive(d) is predominately paid for by CA state taxpayers. Oh, you got a finance degree, though. That’ll serve you well in Venezuela or Cuba—-where you should be living if you truly think Guevara is a hero. Advantage number one with living in a free society is the right to speak freely against whomever one wishes. Guevara is numero uno on that listo, Paco.
Who accused Santoyo of what? Where did he enter the conversation? When did Nicolas Santoyo become front and center? Me thinks it’s that ‘all for one one for all’ hispanic pride crap that needs to be eliminated if that race is to advance. Regardless of scholarships, the bill for the education you receive(d) is predominately paid for by CA state taxpayers. Oh, you got a finance degree, though. That’ll serve you well in Venezuela or Cuba—-where you should be living if you truly think Guevara is a hero. Advantage number one with living in a free society is the right to speak freely against whomever one wishes. Guevara is numero uno on that listo, Paco.
Who accused Santoyo of what? Where did he enter the conversation? When did Nicolas Santoyo become front and center? Me thinks it’s that ‘all for one one for all’ hispanic pride crap that needs to be eliminated if that race is to advance. Regardless of scholarships, the bill for the education you receive(d) is predominately paid for by CA state taxpayers. Oh, you got a finance degree, though. That’ll serve you well in Venezuela or Cuba—-where you should be living if you truly think Guevara is a hero. Advantage number one with living in a free society is the right to speak freely against whomever one wishes. Guevara is numero uno on that listo, Paco.
Mike Greyson,
You and Nadds should truly invest in spell-check! Your discourse lacks clarity and true understanding of any subject matter. Yes, it is a free country where we are free to express what we feel and think, however, someone should enact a law forbidding such dimwit’s like your self from having such freedom.
Mike Greyson,
You and Nadds should truly invest in spell-check! Your discourse lacks clarity and true understanding of any subject matter. Yes, it is a free country where we are free to express what we feel and think, however, someone should enact a law forbidding such dimwit’s like your self from having such freedom.
Mike Greyson,
You and Nadds should truly invest in spell-check! Your discourse lacks clarity and true understanding of any subject matter. Yes, it is a free country where we are free to express what we feel and think, however, someone should enact a law forbidding such dimwit’s like your self from having such freedom.
Santoyo slammed………………….ohhhhh yeaaaahhhh!!!
Santoyo slammed………………….ohhhhh yeaaaahhhh!!!
Santoyo slammed………………….ohhhhh yeaaaahhhh!!!
Santoyo,
Your writing isn’t exactly at a John Steinbeck level, either. Based on the posts, nobody seems to be accusing you of anything if you majored in finance and not Chicano studies which is a marginal academic subject at best. Your punctuation sucks and you use a passive voice. Finally, ‘Che’ is nothing more than an iconic symbol used by people who don’t understand how bad of a dude he actually was. If that was really your picture and you majored in finance, then why would you take a Tuesday off of work to cover your face in a bandana and hold up an improperly written sign?
Santoyo,
Your writing isn’t exactly at a John Steinbeck level, either. Based on the posts, nobody seems to be accusing you of anything if you majored in finance and not Chicano studies which is a marginal academic subject at best. Your punctuation sucks and you use a passive voice. Finally, ‘Che’ is nothing more than an iconic symbol used by people who don’t understand how bad of a dude he actually was. If that was really your picture and you majored in finance, then why would you take a Tuesday off of work to cover your face in a bandana and hold up an improperly written sign?
Santoyo,
Your writing isn’t exactly at a John Steinbeck level, either. Based on the posts, nobody seems to be accusing you of anything if you majored in finance and not Chicano studies which is a marginal academic subject at best. Your punctuation sucks and you use a passive voice. Finally, ‘Che’ is nothing more than an iconic symbol used by people who don’t understand how bad of a dude he actually was. If that was really your picture and you majored in finance, then why would you take a Tuesday off of work to cover your face in a bandana and hold up an improperly written sign?
and ‘alumnus’ or ‘alumni’ is not a proper noun, Santoyo,—-hence no caps needed. Look in the mirror after leveling the meanspirited spell check comments, cavron.
and ‘alumnus’ or ‘alumni’ is not a proper noun, Santoyo,—-hence no caps needed. Look in the mirror after leveling the meanspirited spell check comments, cavron.
and ‘alumnus’ or ‘alumni’ is not a proper noun, Santoyo,—-hence no caps needed. Look in the mirror after leveling the meanspirited spell check comments, cavron.
First of all, I would like to thank all the hard working farm laborers who dedicate their lives to feed America. Secondly, many of you are too young or too ignorant to fully understand the strugles that Cesar Chavez and others ie., farm workers, endured as a result of discrimination in the U.S.. Many of you who oppose this holiday are from European ancestory. Remember your ancestors where also discriminated against, but now it’s you who is disriminating. Thridly, we celebrate Colubus Day like he was such a great man, FUCK Columbus, he was lost. Lastly, to Turd; Chavez faught for equality and peace. You forget your fore fathers used some really fucked up tactics against immagrant and natives all in the name of Manifest Destiny. You need to get your head out of your ass and smell the fresh fruits and vegetables immigrants are putting on your plate.
First of all, I would like to thank all the hard working farm laborers who dedicate their lives to feed America. Secondly, many of you are too young or too ignorant to fully understand the strugles that Cesar Chavez and others ie., farm workers, endured as a result of discrimination in the U.S.. Many of you who oppose this holiday are from European ancestory. Remember your ancestors where also discriminated against, but now it’s you who is disriminating. Thridly, we celebrate Colubus Day like he was such a great man, FUCK Columbus, he was lost. Lastly, to Turd; Chavez faught for equality and peace. You forget your fore fathers used some really fucked up tactics against immagrant and natives all in the name of Manifest Destiny. You need to get your head out of your ass and smell the fresh fruits and vegetables immigrants are putting on your plate.
First of all, I would like to thank all the hard working farm laborers who dedicate their lives to feed America. Secondly, many of you are too young or too ignorant to fully understand the strugles that Cesar Chavez and others ie., farm workers, endured as a result of discrimination in the U.S.. Many of you who oppose this holiday are from European ancestory. Remember your ancestors where also discriminated against, but now it’s you who is disriminating. Thridly, we celebrate Colubus Day like he was such a great man, FUCK Columbus, he was lost. Lastly, to Turd; Chavez faught for equality and peace. You forget your fore fathers used some really fucked up tactics against immagrant and natives all in the name of Manifest Destiny. You need to get your head out of your ass and smell the fresh fruits and vegetables immigrants are putting on your plate.
Geoff,
After reading your post there are many things I would like to say but I am not as ignorant as you. If you have any bit of intelligence why not spend it learning from others and interacting with others. If that does not sound like a good idea, take your litte comments and go cry to your MAMA!
Geoff,
After reading your post there are many things I would like to say but I am not as ignorant as you. If you have any bit of intelligence why not spend it learning from others and interacting with others. If that does not sound like a good idea, take your litte comments and go cry to your MAMA!
Geoff,
After reading your post there are many things I would like to say but I am not as ignorant as you. If you have any bit of intelligence why not spend it learning from others and interacting with others. If that does not sound like a good idea, take your litte comments and go cry to your MAMA!
Senor Santoyo,
That’s all you have? An insult instead of a logical or sensicle argument. And you have a college degree already? Man, that scholarship went to waste.
Dee
Senor Santoyo,
That’s all you have? An insult instead of a logical or sensicle argument. And you have a college degree already? Man, that scholarship went to waste.
Dee