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Collection
Identifier: 99
Abstract
Born in Bakersfield, California on July 18, 1970, and raised in Michoacán, Mexico, he is the son and grandson of migrant farmworkers, both parents now deceased. His extended family migrated back to California in 1980 and returned to Mexico in 1992. González remained alone in the U.S. to complete his education. Details of his troubled childhood in Michoacán and his difficult adolescence as an immigrant in California are the basis for his coming of age memoir Butterfly Boy: Memories of a...
Dates:
1993-2008
Collection
Identifier: 66
Abstract
This collection of papers represents Griswold del Castillo's 34 years of teaching, research and writing.
Dates:
1928 - 2004
Collection
Identifier: CSRC-0095
Abstract
The Gronk Papers include a diverse range of materials that span the entirety of Gronk's career, from approximately 1969 to 2007. These include materials related to his work with Asco, his collaborative works and correspondence with artist Jerry Dreva, documentation of the artist's exhibitions, photographic materials (slides, transparencies and prints), thousands of original drawings and watercolors (both loose and in sketchbooks), materials related to his production designs for theater,...
Dates:
1969-2007
Collection
Identifier: 121
Abstract
The Dan Guerrero Papers include ephemera, press kits, clippings, photographs, and audiovisual materials documenting Mr. Guerrero's successful career as a Chicano activist, producer, and performance artist. Also included are materials reflecting the life and career of his father Lalo Guerrero and his dear friend, artist Carlos Almaraz. This collection complements the existing archival collection housed at the University of California, Santa Barbara Department of Special Collections California...
Dates:
1930 - 2009
Collection
Identifier: CSRC-0029
Abstract
Rubén Guevara (aka Funkahuatl) is a singer, songwriter, composer, producer, writer, poet, playwright, director, performance artist, and impresario. This collection consists of ephemeral materials, print materials and publications, audiovisual recordings, and LP records. Materials date from 1949-2004.
Dates:
1949 - 2004
Collection
Identifier: CSRC-0047
Abstract
Collection of articles about Ester Hernandez and her artwork. Collection includes various post cards, gallery cards and other Illustrations of Hernandez's art.
Dates:
1972-2005
Collection
Identifier: 112
Abstract
This collection of papers represents the research material Kelly Lytle Hernandez used for her book: MIGRA! A History of the U.S. Border Patrol (University of California Press, 2010). The book is a history and analysis of the U.S. Border Patrol and how it polices unsanctioned immigration across the U.S.-Mexico border.
Dates:
1907 - 1990
Collection
Identifier: CSRC-0024
Abstract
In providing employment services, Homeboy targets and focuses on the segment of the community that finds it the most difficult to secure employment on their own -- former gang members, parolees, and at-risk youth. Programs offer a much-needed intervention to those who deserve a second chance at life. Homeboy Industries first venture was The Homeboy Bakery which trained many gang members to become scratch bakers. Homeboy Industries has subsequently launched several additional income-producing...
Dates:
1954 - 2019
Collection
Identifier: CSRC-0001
Abstract
This collection consists of flyers, memos, notes, form letters, faxes and photographs that document the events that occurred during the spring of 1993 when several students and one professor began a hunger strike to protest the decision of Chancellor Charles E. Young to close the Chicano Studies Program at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Dates:
1993 - 1994
Collection
Identifier: 150
Abstract
The Latino Eligibility Study, began in 1992 and was created to develop a clear understanding of the issues associated with the rate of Latino enrollment in higher education. It examined and assessed existing research and programs within and outside the University of California system and it expanded its understanding of the issues through acquisition of new data. The Latino Eligibility Study recommended policies, programs and other actions designed to improve future eligibility for Latinos...
Dates:
1990 - 1996
