Cesár E. Chávez 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, April 5, 2008
7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
For Immediate Release:
7th Annual César E. Chávez Run/Walk
UC Riverside
UCR Chicano Student Programs and other affiliated organizations are proud to present the 7th Annual César E. Chávez 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 7:30 - 11:00 am. The run will be hosted on the University of California, Riverside campus. Registration will begin at 7:30 am in front of the Carillion Tower. Parking will be in Lot 1 for $5.00 per vehicle.
The event is being held in conjunction with César E. Chávez Day of Service and Learning; a holiday honoring the life, work and values of César E. Chávez. The day also signifies the importance of education and community. As our way of contributing to the memory and philosophy of such a respected and admired legendary figure, our event seeks to unify the community by bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds. Additionally, all proceeds will be allotted to various educational and social services centers dedicated to serving the community along with academic scholarships to deserving high school and UCR students.
The César E. Chávez 5k Run/Walk, hosted on the University of California, Riverside campus was initiated on March 30, 2002 with the purpose of furthering César Chávez’ message of service, "The end of all education should surely be service to others."
Event Highlights include a 5k Run/Walk and a 1k Kids Run for children 12 & under.
Every child crossing the finish line receives an award.
All race participants who submit $30 or more in pledges or teams that turn in $150 in sponsorships will not only have their registration fees waived, but receive an official t-shirt and commemorative token. The top individual and team pledge solicitors will be awarded special prizes.
A cash prize will be awarded to the top team in the Run and Walk category. Awards will be given to the top male and female walker. The top Runner in each division will also be awarded a prize.
The event will include a Community Service Fair, with higher education informational tables, vendor booths, and music. The annual 5k Run/Walk is a fun-filled day for the entire family. Join us in celebrating the legacy of César Chávez.
For event information please contact Chicano Student Programs at (951) 827-3821 or visit the event website at: www.cesarchavez5k.com or follow the link from our home page.
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The Role of Women and the Binational Struggle of the Mexican Indigenous Migrant communities: A Oaxacan Perspective
Thursday, April 17, 2008
12:30 - 2pm
Commons 367
Two prominent grassroots indigenous Oaxacan leaders,
from the Indigenous Organizations Binational Front (Frente Indígena de Organizaciones Binacionales-FIOB)
will give a talk on:
Centolia Maldonado Vásquez
&
Bernardo Ramírez Bautista
University of California, Riverside
Handicrafts & Spices Exhibition
Centolia Maldonado Vásquez is currently the District Coordinator and Director of Economic Development Projects of the FIOB in Juxtlahuaca, Oaxaca. Centolia is also member of the outreach committee of ECOMIX (Espacio de Economías Solidarias) a state-wide NGO that provides technical assistance to grassroots organizations in Oaxaca. Centolia's organizational experiences, particularly with women, have been documented in Sueños Binacionales and Mujeres que se Organizan Avanzan.
Bernardo Ramírez Bautista, an indigenous lawyer, is the Regional Coordinator of the FIOB in the Mixteca region. He is also the Director of the Justice Advocacy Program (Procuración de Justicia) for indigenous communities in Oaxaca and coordinates the program- Leadership Development for Traditional Indigenous- for elected officials at the municipal and local levels.
Sponsored by:
Center for Ideas and Society, Center for Women in Coalition, Chicano Student Programs, Costo Endowment/Center for California Native Nations, Labor Studies Center, Latin American Student Association, M.E.Ch.A. de UCR, Native American Student Association, Student Association of Graduate Anthropologists, and Department of Women's Studies
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Thursday, April 24
UCR Tomás Rivera Conference
presents
“AméricaViva”
12 – 3 pm
UCR University Theatre
For more info: (951) 827-3615
Sponsored by: Tomás Rivera Endowment, Dept. of Creative Writing, CSP, Riverside Public
Library & RCC Office of Academic Support
Saturday, April 26
19th Annual Chicano/Latino Youth Conference
¡Despierta Raza! La Educación Es La Libertad Para Nuestra Comunidad
8 am – 4 pm
UCR Campus
For more information: (951) 827-3821
Thursday, May 1
Division 9 Gallery Cinco de Mayo Celebration
5 – 9 pm
3485 University Ave.
Food * Entertainment * Vendors * Art Display
May 5 - 9
Semana de la Raza
Movies * Speakers * Cultura y más
4th Annual Chicano Grammy’s
Cultural Talent Show & Fundraiser
Thursday, May 8
Location TBA
7-9 pm
$4 pre-sale - $6 door
Co-sponsored by: TQS/CSP/MEChA
For complete schedule of events call 951.827.3821
Thursday, May 15
Chicano Student Programs Awards Reception
6 pm
UCR Barn
RSVP by May 12th
Wednesday, May 21
Festival of Drums II: Heartbeat of the People
The same heartbeat with a multitude of voices.
5 – 8 pm
Belltower
Come out for an evening of fun & festivities with performances
highlighting song and dance from different cultures.
Co-sponsored by: ASP, APSP, CSP, NASP, WRC & LGBTRC
Friday, May 23
11th Annual Día del Niño Conference
9 am – 1 pm
UCR Campus
Sponsored by MEChA de UCR
Thursday, May 29
Poesia Peligrosa
Readings from a cultural side
7 – 9 pm Costo Plaza
Open mic y mucho más
Free & open to the public
Sponsored by TQS
Saturday, May 31
Juegos de Aztlan Softball Tournament
UCR Sports Complex – 8 am
Registration Deadline: May 28
Friday, June 13
36th Annual Chicano/Latino Graduation Banquet
6 pm
Commons 302
DiversityLectureSeriesSavetheDate.pdf
For program information contact:
145 Costo Hall * University of California, Riverside * Riverside, CA 92521
(951) 827-3821 * (951) 827-2189 Fax
Online at www.cspraza.ucr.edu