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Annual March for Workers’ Rights Generates Solidarity

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On this day, we were able to speak out together about a plethora of issues that included workers’ rights, queer rights, education reform, and immigrants’ rights.

Out of the Shadows and Into the Light

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There are no second glances, and are no second thoughts about the gardeners and the many women of color waiting for the bus. But, they are the subjects for local artist Ramiro Gomez.

Interview with artist Cesar Uitz’ Avala

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Cesar uses indigenous themes, symbols, and images in his artwork as a way to preserve his cultural roots and the roots of many other Latinos in Los Angeles.

Connecting to Her Ancestors through Art

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Artist Ana Ruth Castillo was born in Los Angeles in 1982 to Guatemalan parents, economic refugees during the civil wars of the 1970s. She grew up in various parts of LA such as Inglewood, Southbay, and eventually graduated from high school in South Central. At six years old, she had the opportunity to visit Guatemala.

UCLA Community Comes Together in SAC

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The Students Activities Center (SAC) is located at the bottom of Jans steps in Wilson Plaza. For students, it serves an oasis from the monotonous lectures. Inside SAC, you can find Olga Lopez working from 5 pm until 2 am on a regular basis.

“Si no van a la escuela van acabar como burros.”

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In Salinas, she worked as a babysitter for three children where she cooked and cleaned. Ms. Ramirez earned fifty dollars a week for her assistance and Sundays were her only days off. After a year of helping another family, she came to Los Angeles.

SPELL-ing Success In Both Languages

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Latina employee learning to be a part UCLA campus community

Blurring the Lines

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Mixed ethnic students struggle against discrimination

Working Hard for His Daughter’s Dreams

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Father of AB 540 student seeks to give daughter a better life

Offering More than Support

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Housekeeper’s special bond with her employers helps her through the struggles of life.