Upcoming Events
LaSA Scholarship Bake Sale Fundraiser
¡Churros, Chocolate y Más!
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Franklin Lobby
Indulge in a sweet treat and help raise scholarship dollars for UC students! Join us for a delicious assortment of churros, hot chocolate, and other baked good for purchase. Proceeds will be donated to the LASA scholarship fund and awarded to current students at our campuses to help offset their educational costs. Read about Chocolate Abuelita.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Franklin Lobby
Indulge in a sweet treat and help raise scholarship dollars for UC students! Join us for a delicious assortment of churros, hot chocolate, and other baked good for purchase. Proceeds will be donated to the LASA scholarship fund and awarded to current students at our campuses to help offset their educational costs. Read about Chocolate Abuelita.
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Past Events
Charla de la Tarde
UC Alianza MX
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://ucop.zoom.us/j/98156073819
Meeting ID: 981 5607 3819
Join us in conversation with UC’s Alianza MX as they provide an overview of their work in supporting UC as Mexico’s primary institutional research and scientific partner, building research talent, and innovating solutions to complex challenges facing the United States and Mexico.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://ucop.zoom.us/j/98156073819
Meeting ID: 981 5607 3819
Join us in conversation with UC’s Alianza MX as they provide an overview of their work in supporting UC as Mexico’s primary institutional research and scientific partner, building research talent, and innovating solutions to complex challenges facing the United States and Mexico.
Charla de la Tarde
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Julio Sosa
Academic and Research Programs Officer |
| lasa_charla_de_la_tarde_uc_alianza_mx.pdf |
Dr. Rodrigo Dominguez-Villegas
Director of Research and the Latino Data Hub Latino Policy and Politics Institute UCLA
Come learn about how data disaggregation can advance representation and equity and the need for better data collection standards to better reflect the diversity and complexity of Latinx communities. You’ll hear about the LPPI’s new Latino Data Hub, a new tool to improve data disaggregation about Latinos in the U.S.
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/92802700966
Meeting ID: 928 0270 0966
Listen to the Zoom recording
Director of Research and the Latino Data Hub Latino Policy and Politics Institute UCLA
Come learn about how data disaggregation can advance representation and equity and the need for better data collection standards to better reflect the diversity and complexity of Latinx communities. You’ll hear about the LPPI’s new Latino Data Hub, a new tool to improve data disaggregation about Latinos in the U.S.
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/92802700966
Meeting ID: 928 0270 0966
Listen to the Zoom recording
| lppi_charla_with_lasa.pdf |
Dia de los Muertos 2023
Virtual and Physical Ofrenda
October 25 - November 2
LaSA will once again honor Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by hosting a virtual ofrenda (altar) and a physical ofrenda in Lobby 1 of the Franklin building. Please contribute your remembrances of loved ones in either or both places. We ask that you put your name and contact information on the back of any photos so we can return them to you if left behind. See last year's virtual ofrenda.
2023 Virtual Ofrenda
October 25 - November 2
LaSA will once again honor Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by hosting a virtual ofrenda (altar) and a physical ofrenda in Lobby 1 of the Franklin building. Please contribute your remembrances of loved ones in either or both places. We ask that you put your name and contact information on the back of any photos so we can return them to you if left behind. See last year's virtual ofrenda.
2023 Virtual Ofrenda
Sugar Skull Decorating Project
Wednesday, November 1
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Broadway 4001
Join LaSA in celebrating Dia de los Muertos by decorating your very own sugar skull
(calavera). Please RSVP by October 25th so we know how many supplies to bring.
More information on sugar skulls (calaveras)
Wednesday, November 1
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Broadway 4001
Join LaSA in celebrating Dia de los Muertos by decorating your very own sugar skull
(calavera). Please RSVP by October 25th so we know how many supplies to bring.
More information on sugar skulls (calaveras)
| sugar_skulls_2023.pdf |
LaSA Plática
Yvett Merino
"Encanto" Producer
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/93726478009
Meeting ID: 937 2647 8009
Join us for a Plática featuring acclaimed producer Yvett Merino. Yvett is the Academy Award-winning producer of “Encanto,” and the first Latina to receive the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. Come listen to her journey followed by a Q&A.
"Encanto" Producer
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/93726478009
Meeting ID: 937 2647 8009
Join us for a Plática featuring acclaimed producer Yvett Merino. Yvett is the Academy Award-winning producer of “Encanto,” and the first Latina to receive the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. Come listen to her journey followed by a Q&A.
| yvett_merino_platica_10.18.23.pdf |
Charla de la Tarde
Frances Contreras, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor, School of Education
UC Irvine
Thursday, October 12, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/92584649344
Meeting ID: 925 8464 9344
Join us in conversation with UCI Dean of Education Frances Conteras as she provides an overview of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and what it means for the UC and the State of California, as well as ongoing efforts at UC Irvine, which has achieved the HSI designation.
Dean and Professor, School of Education
UC Irvine
Thursday, October 12, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/92584649344
Meeting ID: 925 8464 9344
Join us in conversation with UCI Dean of Education Frances Conteras as she provides an overview of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and what it means for the UC and the State of California, as well as ongoing efforts at UC Irvine, which has achieved the HSI designation.
| frances_contreras_charla_flier.pdf |
LaSA 30th Anniversary Celebration
POSTPONED
Luis Chavez
National Community College Hispanic Council (NCCHC) Fellow 2023
LaSA Founder
LaSA at 30: Conexión y Comunidad
TBD: To be rescheduled
Zoom: 947 8903 6872; https://ucop.zoom.us/j/94789036872
Location TBD
Join LaSA for a 30th anniversary celebration event featuring one of LaSA’s founders, Luis Chavez. Luis will discuss the value of employee resource groups and community spaces in building connections and developing leaders. His talk will be followed by a question and answer session and a light lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.
Read more about Luis
Luis Chavez
National Community College Hispanic Council (NCCHC) Fellow 2023
LaSA Founder
LaSA at 30: Conexión y Comunidad
TBD: To be rescheduled
Zoom: 947 8903 6872; https://ucop.zoom.us/j/94789036872
Location TBD
Join LaSA for a 30th anniversary celebration event featuring one of LaSA’s founders, Luis Chavez. Luis will discuss the value of employee resource groups and community spaces in building connections and developing leaders. His talk will be followed by a question and answer session and a light lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.
Read more about Luis
Speaker Series
Dr. Juan Sánchez Muñoz
Chancellor, UC Merced
Monday, April 3, 2023
2:30-3:30 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/96056146281
Meeting ID: 960 5614 6281
Join us in conversation Dr. Juan Sánchez Muñoz, Chancellor of UC Merced as he discusses his leadership trajectory as the fourth chancellor at UC Merced.
Dr. Muñoz assumed his role as UC Merced’s fourth chancellor on July 1, 2020, coming to UC from the University of Houston-Downtown, where he served as president since 2017. Muñoz’s move to UC is a return to his California upbringing and academic roots. During his first year as chancellor, Dr. Muñoz has set the university's course for the next decade with an ambitious strategic plan that focuses on growth, impact and equity and justice. To learn more about Chancellor Muñoz 's priorities, visit https://strategicplan.ucmerced.edu/
Chancellor, UC Merced
Monday, April 3, 2023
2:30-3:30 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/96056146281
Meeting ID: 960 5614 6281
Join us in conversation Dr. Juan Sánchez Muñoz, Chancellor of UC Merced as he discusses his leadership trajectory as the fourth chancellor at UC Merced.
Dr. Muñoz assumed his role as UC Merced’s fourth chancellor on July 1, 2020, coming to UC from the University of Houston-Downtown, where he served as president since 2017. Muñoz’s move to UC is a return to his California upbringing and academic roots. During his first year as chancellor, Dr. Muñoz has set the university's course for the next decade with an ambitious strategic plan that focuses on growth, impact and equity and justice. To learn more about Chancellor Muñoz 's priorities, visit https://strategicplan.ucmerced.edu/
| Flyer - LaSA Speaker Series: Chancellor Muñoz.pdf |
Charla de la tarde
Lupe Gallegos-Diaz
Director, Chicanx Latinx Student Development
UC Berkeley
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
12:10-1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/91978806850
Meeting ID: 919 7880 6850
Join us in conversation with Lupe Gallegos-Diaz as she discusses her decades of commitment to developing and supporting Chicanx Latinx students as leaders and her leadership in unifying UC’s ten campus Chicano Latino alumni networks for the establishment of the Chicano Latino Alumni Association (CLAA).
Director, Chicanx Latinx Student Development
UC Berkeley
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
12:10-1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/91978806850
Meeting ID: 919 7880 6850
Join us in conversation with Lupe Gallegos-Diaz as she discusses her decades of commitment to developing and supporting Chicanx Latinx students as leaders and her leadership in unifying UC’s ten campus Chicano Latino alumni networks for the establishment of the Chicano Latino Alumni Association (CLAA).
| Flyer - Charla de la tarde with Lupe Gallegos-Diaz.pdf |
Charla de la tarde
Lisa García Bedolla, Ph.D.
Professor of Education
Vice Provost for Graduate Studies and Dean of the Graduate Division
UC Berkeley
Monday, January 23, 2023
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/97591210736
Meeting ID: 975 9121 0736
Join us in conversation with Dean García Bedolla to discuss inter- and intra-cultural racism in the Latino community and beyond. We’ll also explore how these forms of racism impact our interactions within our community and our interactions with other communities of color.
LaSA Mixer
Mixer and Bake Sale
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby
Refreshments will be provided
LaSA will also be hosting a mini bake sale to benefit its UC student scholarship fund. If you would like to donate baked goods to sell, please let us know.
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby
Refreshments will be provided
LaSA will also be hosting a mini bake sale to benefit its UC student scholarship fund. If you would like to donate baked goods to sell, please let us know.
Dia de los Muertos 2022
Virtual Ofrenda and Physical Ofrenda
October 26 - November 2
LaSA will honor Dia de los Muertos by hosting a virtual ofrenda and a physical ofrenda in Lobby 1 of the Franklin building. Please contribute your remembrances in either or both places.
Virtual Ofrenda
October 26 - November 2
LaSA will honor Dia de los Muertos by hosting a virtual ofrenda and a physical ofrenda in Lobby 1 of the Franklin building. Please contribute your remembrances in either or both places.
Virtual Ofrenda
Sugar Skull Decorating
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
12:30-2:00pm
Broadway 8001
LaSA will once again join forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras). Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
12:30-2:00pm
Broadway 8001
LaSA will once again join forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras). Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2022
Cesar Chavez Commemorative Virtual Activity Challenge
February 7 - March 31, 2022
LaSA remembers and honors Cesar Chavez leading farmworkers on a peaceful 300-mile march from Delano to Sacramento to raise awareness of the farmworkers' plight. Participants in our challenge will either run/walk/hike 3 miles, participate in 30 physical activities, or run/walk/hike 300 miles to symbolize the 300 miles Chavez walked with farmworkers. Proceeds from this event will go to the LaSA scholarship fund benefitting Latinx UC students. Click here for details on the challenge.
February 7 - March 31, 2022
LaSA remembers and honors Cesar Chavez leading farmworkers on a peaceful 300-mile march from Delano to Sacramento to raise awareness of the farmworkers' plight. Participants in our challenge will either run/walk/hike 3 miles, participate in 30 physical activities, or run/walk/hike 300 miles to symbolize the 300 miles Chavez walked with farmworkers. Proceeds from this event will go to the LaSA scholarship fund benefitting Latinx UC students. Click here for details on the challenge.
Charla de Café
Michael Mendez, Ph.D.
Assistant professor of environmental policy and planning and Visiting Scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR).
Tainted Grapes, Tainted Lungs: Extreme Wildfire Impacts to Undocumented Latino/a and Indigenous Migrants
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/99820213340
Meeting ID: 998 2021 3340
In this lecture, Dr. Méndez explores why it is crucial to understand how climate change events amplify existing inequalities, and how to lessen the resulting harms, in particular for the most stigmatized populations, such as undocumented Latino/a and Indigenous migrants.
Assistant professor of environmental policy and planning and Visiting Scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR).
Tainted Grapes, Tainted Lungs: Extreme Wildfire Impacts to Undocumented Latino/a and Indigenous Migrants
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/99820213340
Meeting ID: 998 2021 3340
In this lecture, Dr. Méndez explores why it is crucial to understand how climate change events amplify existing inequalities, and how to lessen the resulting harms, in particular for the most stigmatized populations, such as undocumented Latino/a and Indigenous migrants.
| Flyer - Charla de Cafe with Michael Mendez |
Charla de Café
Teresa Andrews
Education and Outreach Specialist, Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety, UC Davis
Friday, March 5, 2021
10:00 - 10:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/97012952937
Meeting ID: 970 1295 2937
Join us for coffee and conversation with Teresa Andrews. She’ll share with us the outreach efforts by WCAHS to educate farmworkers and other agricultural workers on keeping healthy and safe while working in the fields during this COVID-19 pandemic.
Education and Outreach Specialist, Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety, UC Davis
Friday, March 5, 2021
10:00 - 10:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/97012952937
Meeting ID: 970 1295 2937
Join us for coffee and conversation with Teresa Andrews. She’ll share with us the outreach efforts by WCAHS to educate farmworkers and other agricultural workers on keeping healthy and safe while working in the fields during this COVID-19 pandemic.
| Flyer - Charla de Cafe with Teresa Andrews |
Charla de Café
Matt A. Barreto
Professor of Political Science and Chicana/o Studies and Faculty Co-Director of the Latino Policy and Politics Initiative (LPPI) at UCLA.
Thursday, February 18, 2021
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/95410636133
Meeting ID: 954 1063 6133
Join us for coffee and conversation with Professor Matt A. Barreto. He’ll discuss his work in voting and voting rights and in particular share his thoughts on the “Latino Vote” in 2020 and look ahead to future elections.
Professor of Political Science and Chicana/o Studies and Faculty Co-Director of the Latino Policy and Politics Initiative (LPPI) at UCLA.
Thursday, February 18, 2021
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/95410636133
Meeting ID: 954 1063 6133
Join us for coffee and conversation with Professor Matt A. Barreto. He’ll discuss his work in voting and voting rights and in particular share his thoughts on the “Latino Vote” in 2020 and look ahead to future elections.
| Flyer - Charla de Cafe with Matt Barretto |
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2021
Cesar Chavez Commemorative Virtual Activity Challenge
February 2 - March 25, 2021
LaSA remembers and honors Cesar Chavez leading farmworkers on a peaceful 300-mile march from Delano to Sacramento to raise awareness of the farmworkers' plight. Participants in our challenge will either run/walk/hike 3 miles, participate in 30 physical activities, or run/walk/hike 300 miles to symbolize the 300 miles Chavez walked with farmworkers.
Proceeds from this event will go to the LaSA scholarship fund benefitting UC students.
Click here for details
We will also have an event at the end of the challenge to celebrate our accomplishments:
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
9:00-9:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/95210183628, Meeting ID: 952 1018 3628
February 2 - March 25, 2021
LaSA remembers and honors Cesar Chavez leading farmworkers on a peaceful 300-mile march from Delano to Sacramento to raise awareness of the farmworkers' plight. Participants in our challenge will either run/walk/hike 3 miles, participate in 30 physical activities, or run/walk/hike 300 miles to symbolize the 300 miles Chavez walked with farmworkers.
Proceeds from this event will go to the LaSA scholarship fund benefitting UC students.
Click here for details
We will also have an event at the end of the challenge to celebrate our accomplishments:
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
9:00-9:50 AM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/95210183628, Meeting ID: 952 1018 3628
| Slides from March 31 celebration |
Charla de Café
G. Cristina Mora, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Sociology and Chicano/Latino Studies (by courtesy) and the Co-Director of the Institute of Governmental Studies at UC Berkeley.
Friday, November 13, 2020
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: 510 987 9581
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5109879581?pwd=WGpLTUtZRkVxNUZBcmg4MXVjaEVaQT09
Passcode: 9879581
Join us as we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month for coffee and conversation with Professor G. Cristina Mora to discuss her work in Chicano/Latina Studies and discuss the impact COVID-19 has had and continues to have on the Hispanic community.
Associate Professor of Sociology and Chicano/Latino Studies (by courtesy) and the Co-Director of the Institute of Governmental Studies at UC Berkeley.
Friday, November 13, 2020
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: 510 987 9581
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5109879581?pwd=WGpLTUtZRkVxNUZBcmg4MXVjaEVaQT09
Passcode: 9879581
Join us as we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month for coffee and conversation with Professor G. Cristina Mora to discuss her work in Chicano/Latina Studies and discuss the impact COVID-19 has had and continues to have on the Hispanic community.
| Flyer - Charla de Cafe with Cristina Mora |
Charla de Café
Carrie L. Byington, MD
Executive Vice President
UC Health System
Thursday, October 29, 2020
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: 973 9902 4226
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/97399024226?pwd=RmxQQjhrUXZIY2U2Z2R2bTBNdVVuZz09
Passcode: 625953
Join us for coffee and conversation with E.V.P. Byington to learn about her background, path to leadership, and how she handled challenges along the way. She will share her thoughts about COVID-19 and its impact on marginalized communities.
Executive Vice President
UC Health System
Thursday, October 29, 2020
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: 973 9902 4226
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/97399024226?pwd=RmxQQjhrUXZIY2U2Z2R2bTBNdVVuZz09
Passcode: 625953
Join us for coffee and conversation with E.V.P. Byington to learn about her background, path to leadership, and how she handled challenges along the way. She will share her thoughts about COVID-19 and its impact on marginalized communities.
| Flyer - Charla de Cafe with Carrie Byington |
Charla de Café
Theresa Maldonado, Ph.D.
Vice President
Office of Research and Innovation
Friday, October 9, 2020
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: 408-638-0968
Meeting ID: 510 587 6147
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5105876147
Join us for coffee and conversation with VP Maldonado to learn about her background, path to leadership, and how she handled challenges along the way.
Vice President
Office of Research and Innovation
Friday, October 9, 2020
9:00 - 9:50 AM
Zoom: 408-638-0968
Meeting ID: 510 587 6147
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5105876147
Join us for coffee and conversation with VP Maldonado to learn about her background, path to leadership, and how she handled challenges along the way.
| Flyer - Charla de Cafe with Theresa Maldonado |
Dia de los Muertos 2020
Virtual Ofrenda
October 31 - November 2, 2020
To celebrate Day of the Dead, known as Dia de Muertos, we are hosting a virtual ofrenda where staff can post notes and photos of loved ones to celebrate their life. One of the main traditions connected with this holiday is building private altars called ofrendas. Ofrendas honor those who have died by displaying the departed’s pictures or other mementos and decorating the altar. Post your remembrances here.
October 31 - November 2, 2020
To celebrate Day of the Dead, known as Dia de Muertos, we are hosting a virtual ofrenda where staff can post notes and photos of loved ones to celebrate their life. One of the main traditions connected with this holiday is building private altars called ofrendas. Ofrendas honor those who have died by displaying the departed’s pictures or other mementos and decorating the altar. Post your remembrances here.
Dia de los Muertos 2019
Sugar Skull Decorating with the UCOP Craft Club
LaSA will once again join forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras).Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here.
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
12:00-1:30pm
Franklin 5320
LaSA will once again join forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras).Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here.
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
12:00-1:30pm
Franklin 5320
Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda
Monday, October 28- Friday, November 1, 2019
Franklin Lobby
LaSA and the OGC Diversity Committee will display a Dia de los Muertos ofrenda in the Franklin lobby. Staff are invited to bring a picture or memento of a deceased friend or relative (or a pet) to add to the ofrenda. See examples of ofrendas.
Monday, October 28- Friday, November 1, 2019
Franklin Lobby
LaSA and the OGC Diversity Committee will display a Dia de los Muertos ofrenda in the Franklin lobby. Staff are invited to bring a picture or memento of a deceased friend or relative (or a pet) to add to the ofrenda. See examples of ofrendas.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2019
Alexander Bustamante
Senior Vice President, Ethics, Compliance, and Audit Services
Thursday, October 10, 2019
12-1pm
Franklin 5320
Zoom: 408-638-0968 or *4 from a UCOP phone
Meeting ID: 510-587-6036
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5105876036
Join us for an engaging conversation with SVP Bustamante to learn about his background, his path to leadership, and navigating the challenges that arise along the way. Light refreshments will be provided.
Senior Vice President, Ethics, Compliance, and Audit Services
Thursday, October 10, 2019
12-1pm
Franklin 5320
Zoom: 408-638-0968 or *4 from a UCOP phone
Meeting ID: 510-587-6036
https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5105876036
Join us for an engaging conversation with SVP Bustamante to learn about his background, his path to leadership, and navigating the challenges that arise along the way. Light refreshments will be provided.
Dia de los Muertos 2018
In celebration of Dia del los Muertos, LaSA will be hosting three events during the week of October 29. Dia del los Muertos is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere. This holiday, celebrated October 31 - November 2, gathers family and friends to remember and pray for loved ones who have passed and to help support their spiritual journey.
Sugar Skull Decorating with the UCOP Craft Club
LaSA once again joined forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras).
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
12-1pm
Franklin 9204
Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here. Pictures from last year are here.
LaSA once again joined forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras).
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
12-1pm
Franklin 9204
Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here. Pictures from last year are here.
Disney-Pixar's "Coco" Screening
Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family's ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer.
Thursday, November 1, 2018
11:30-1:30pm
Franklin Lobby 1
Popcorn, Pan Dulce and Horchata were served. There was also a gift basket drawing with two very lucky winners!
Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family's ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer.
Thursday, November 1, 2018
11:30-1:30pm
Franklin Lobby 1
Popcorn, Pan Dulce and Horchata were served. There was also a gift basket drawing with two very lucky winners!
(From left to right) Rebecca Rye, Jumana Kahil, Cierra Covarrubias, Michelle Bonilla and Daisy Zuniga-Gonzalez.
UCPath Dia de los Muertos Celebration
Thursday, November 1, 2018
The UCPath Center celebrated Dia de los Muertos with an Ofrenda where staff members displayed photos of their lost loved ones. Staff were invited to enjoy homemade horchata, pan dulce and traditional Mexican candies during the celebration. Several staff members in Workforce Administration (WFA) also painted their faces in the sugar skull style for the celebration. A special thank you to Cierra Covarrubias for coordinating this event for the UCPath Center.
Thursday, November 1, 2018
The UCPath Center celebrated Dia de los Muertos with an Ofrenda where staff members displayed photos of their lost loved ones. Staff were invited to enjoy homemade horchata, pan dulce and traditional Mexican candies during the celebration. Several staff members in Workforce Administration (WFA) also painted their faces in the sugar skull style for the celebration. A special thank you to Cierra Covarrubias for coordinating this event for the UCPath Center.
Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda
Monday, October 29 - Friday, November 2
Franklin Lobby
LaSA and the OGC Diversity Committee displayed a Dia de los Muertos ofrenda in the Franklin lobby. Staff brought a picture or memento of a deceased friend or relative (or a pet) to add to the ofrenda. See examples of ofrendas.
Monday, October 29 - Friday, November 2
Franklin Lobby
LaSA and the OGC Diversity Committee displayed a Dia de los Muertos ofrenda in the Franklin lobby. Staff brought a picture or memento of a deceased friend or relative (or a pet) to add to the ofrenda. See examples of ofrendas.
LaSA Day at the Ballpark 2018
A's vs Rangers
The Latino Staff Association (LaSA) invites all UCOP staff to an evening of baseball as the Oakland A’s take on the Texas Rangers
Sunday, September 9, 2018
1:05 pm
O.Co Coliseum
The Latino Staff Association (LaSA) invites all UCOP staff to an evening of baseball as the Oakland A’s take on the Texas Rangers
Sunday, September 9, 2018
1:05 pm
O.Co Coliseum
| Day at the Ballpark 2018.pdf |
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2018
Vicki Lynn Ruiz
"Why Latino History Matters to U.S. History"
Distinguished Professor Emerita of History and Chicano/Latino Studies, History
School of Humanities, UC Irvine
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
12:00-1:00 pm (doors open at 11:45)
Franklin Lobby 1
Refreshments from Tortilleria El Molino
Co-sponsored by the President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (PACSW) with support from Diversity & Engagement
"Why Latino History Matters to U.S. History"
Distinguished Professor Emerita of History and Chicano/Latino Studies, History
School of Humanities, UC Irvine
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
12:00-1:00 pm (doors open at 11:45)
Franklin Lobby 1
Refreshments from Tortilleria El Molino
Co-sponsored by the President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (PACSW) with support from Diversity & Engagement
| Ruiz flyer.pdf |
Dia de los Muertos 2017
Sugar Skull Decorating with the UCOP Craft Club
LaSA joined forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras).
Thursday, November 2, 2017
12-1:30 pm
Franklin 5320
Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here.
LaSA joined forces with the Craft Club for staff to make their very own sugar skulls (calaveras).
Thursday, November 2, 2017
12-1:30 pm
Franklin 5320
Learn more about the tradition of sugar skull decorating here.
LaSA Night at the Ballpark 2017
A's vs Giants
The Latino Staff Association (LaSA) invited all UCOP staff to an evening of baseball as the Oakland A’s take on the San Francisco Giants!
Monday, July 31, 2017
7:05 pm
O.Co Coliseum
The Latino Staff Association (LaSA) invited all UCOP staff to an evening of baseball as the Oakland A’s take on the San Francisco Giants!
Monday, July 31, 2017
7:05 pm
O.Co Coliseum
| Night at the Ballpark 2017.pdf |
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2017
Patty Enrado
"When Mexicans and Filipinos Join Together: The Farmworker Movement and Unity
in the Making"
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby
Belinda Vea talked with author Patty Enrado about her novel, “A Village in the Fields” about Filipino-American farmworkers in the Central Valley. Enrado’s first book was shortlisted for the William Saroyan International Prize for Writing in 2016.
"When Mexicans and Filipinos Join Together: The Farmworker Movement and Unity
in the Making"
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby
Belinda Vea talked with author Patty Enrado about her novel, “A Village in the Fields” about Filipino-American farmworkers in the Central Valley. Enrado’s first book was shortlisted for the William Saroyan International Prize for Writing in 2016.
| Enrado Flyer.pdf |
2016 Tamalada
Monday, December 12, 2016
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Franklin Lobby
LaSA held a tamale sale to raise funds for underprivileged youth in the East Bay.
We also had a drawing for two gifts baskets filled with a variety of items representing various Latin American cultures.
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Franklin Lobby
LaSA held a tamale sale to raise funds for underprivileged youth in the East Bay.
We also had a drawing for two gifts baskets filled with a variety of items representing various Latin American cultures.
Student Regent Marcela Ramirez and Student Regent-designate Paul Monge
Friday, October 14, 2016
12:00-1:00 PM (doors open at 11:45)
Franklin Lobby 1
Student Regent Marcela Ramirez and Student Regent-designate Paul Monge shared their UC story and the work they are doing on behalf of all students throughout the university.
12:00-1:00 PM (doors open at 11:45)
Franklin Lobby 1
Student Regent Marcela Ramirez and Student Regent-designate Paul Monge shared their UC story and the work they are doing on behalf of all students throughout the university.
Marcela Ramirez
Student Regent (2016-17)
Marcela Ramirez is the 2016-2017 Student Regent. She is a Ph.D. student at the University of California, Riverside in the Higher Education Administration and Policy program through the Graduate School of Education. Ramirez is currently serving as the graduate student representative on the UC Office of the President LGBT Advisory Committee and was previously a member of the Undocumented Student Task Force at UC Riverside.
Student Regent (2016-17)
Marcela Ramirez is the 2016-2017 Student Regent. She is a Ph.D. student at the University of California, Riverside in the Higher Education Administration and Policy program through the Graduate School of Education. Ramirez is currently serving as the graduate student representative on the UC Office of the President LGBT Advisory Committee and was previously a member of the Undocumented Student Task Force at UC Riverside.
Paul Monge
Student Regent-designate (2017-18)
A University of California Board of Regents special committee has nominated UC Berkeley law student Paul Monge as the 2017-18 Student Regent. Monge is currently the systemwide graduate student representative on the University Committee on Planning and Budget, advising UC on policies regarding capital planning, budget development and resource allocation.
Student Regent-designate (2017-18)
A University of California Board of Regents special committee has nominated UC Berkeley law student Paul Monge as the 2017-18 Student Regent. Monge is currently the systemwide graduate student representative on the University Committee on Planning and Budget, advising UC on policies regarding capital planning, budget development and resource allocation.
| Student Regents flyer.pdf |
LaSA Night at the Ballpark 2016
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| 2016 LaSA Night at the Ballpark.pdf |
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2016
© Carlos Puma/UC Riverside
Poetry is a call to action, and it also is action.
-Juan Felipe Herrera |
Juan Felipe Herrera
United States Poet Laureate (2015-2016) Mexican American Performer & Activist National Book Critic Circle Award Winner Monday, March 28, 2016 12:00 - 1:00 pm (doors open at 11:45) Franklin Lobby 1 Sponsored by Diversity & Engagement, Local Human Resources, and the President's Executive Office Read the Link article about the event |
| Flyer - Juan Felipe Herrera.pdf |
Dia de los Muertos Exhibit and Craft Booth
Artwork (c) PRISTINE CARTERA-TURKUS
Friday, October 30, 2015
Exhibit: All day
Craft booth: 12:00 - 1:00
Co-sponsored by the UCOP Crafts Group
Day of the Dead is a joyous celebration reminding all of us to enjoy life and to celebrate and honor the lives of loved ones who have died.
Exhibit: All day
Craft booth: 12:00 - 1:00
Co-sponsored by the UCOP Crafts Group
Day of the Dead is a joyous celebration reminding all of us to enjoy life and to celebrate and honor the lives of loved ones who have died.
| Day of the Dead flyer 2015 |
More information about Dia de los Muertos
LaSA Night at the Ballpark
| LaSA Night at the Ballpark 2015 flyer.pdf |
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2015
Artwork (c) Simon Silva (1961)
Jose-Luis Orozco
Bilingual educator, children's author, recording artist
Friday, March 20, 2015
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby 1
Cuisine from Tortillieria El Molino
Bilingual educator, children's author, recording artist
Friday, March 20, 2015
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby 1
Cuisine from Tortillieria El Molino
“Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sake and for our own.” ― Cesar Chavez
| Cesar Chavez 2015 flyer.pdf |
Women We Admire
Maria Echaveste
Chief Justice Earl Warren Institute on Law and Social Policy
UC Berkeley School of Law
Former Deputy Chief of Staff to President Bill Clinton
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby 1
Echaveste spoke to us about her career journey and shared her thoughts about breaking through barriers and surpassing the limits we are born into.
Since 2009, the President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (PACSW) has sponsored the "Women We Admire" speaker series, in which women from around the UC system have shared their insights about their careers, workplace challenges, and work-life balance. For this event, PACSW and LaSA have joined forces to bring Maria Echaveste to UCOP.
Chief Justice Earl Warren Institute on Law and Social Policy
UC Berkeley School of Law
Former Deputy Chief of Staff to President Bill Clinton
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin Lobby 1
Echaveste spoke to us about her career journey and shared her thoughts about breaking through barriers and surpassing the limits we are born into.
Since 2009, the President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (PACSW) has sponsored the "Women We Admire" speaker series, in which women from around the UC system have shared their insights about their careers, workplace challenges, and work-life balance. For this event, PACSW and LaSA have joined forces to bring Maria Echaveste to UCOP.
| Echaveste WWA flyer.pdf |
LaSA Night at the Ballpark
Oakland Athletics vs Houston Astros
Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 7:05 pm
O.Co Coliseum
Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 7:05 pm
O.Co Coliseum
| LaSA Night at the Ballpark 2014 flyer.pdf |
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
David Hayes-Bautista, Ph.D.
David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
Monday, May 5, 2014, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin, Lobby 1
David Hayes-Bautista discussed his book El Cinco de Mayo, An American Tradition. This event was standing room only and enjoyed by all. Thanks to everyone who helped make this a great one.
David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
Monday, May 5, 2014, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin, Lobby 1
David Hayes-Bautista discussed his book El Cinco de Mayo, An American Tradition. This event was standing room only and enjoyed by all. Thanks to everyone who helped make this a great one.
| Cinco de Mayo 2014 Flyer.pdf |
Watch the UCTV video interview with Professor Hayes-Bautista:
Ballet Folklorico Presentation
Maciel Jacques
Monday, March 17, 2014, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin, Lobby 1
Maciel teaches Ballet Folklorico and has been performing since 1996. She discussed Mexico’s various regional dances, costumes and their origins and some dresses on display.
Monday, March 17, 2014, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin, Lobby 1
Maciel teaches Ballet Folklorico and has been performing since 1996. She discussed Mexico’s various regional dances, costumes and their origins and some dresses on display.
Giving Tree Drive 2013
The UCOP Giving Tree drive brought in gifts and smiles to 227 low-income children in the Bay Area. The kids submitted their gift wishes for posting on the Franklin holiday tree (thanks to Christmas Home's donation) and OP staff brought in gifts to match their requests. Go to the Family Giving Tree’s site for more details.
Dia de los Muertos Exhibit and Tamal/Bake Sale
Artwork (c) PRISTINE CARTERA-TURKUS
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Franklin Lobby
LaSA hosted a tamale and bake sale in observation of Dia de los Muertos. Also known as Day of the Dead, this holiday is widely celebrated in Mexico from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 and commemorates the deceased.
There was also a Dia de Los Muertos display with a glass bowl for personal notes and photos of deceased love ones. More info (pdf)
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Franklin Lobby
LaSA hosted a tamale and bake sale in observation of Dia de los Muertos. Also known as Day of the Dead, this holiday is widely celebrated in Mexico from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 and commemorates the deceased.
There was also a Dia de Los Muertos display with a glass bowl for personal notes and photos of deceased love ones. More info (pdf)
Staff Appreciation Week 2013
September 30 - October 4, 2013
LaSA, the Black Staff & Faculty Organization, and the Pacific Islander Staff Association joined forces during Staff Appreciation week to recruit new members and celebrate staff.
Read more about Staff Appreciation Week
LaSA, the Black Staff & Faculty Organization, and the Pacific Islander Staff Association joined forces during Staff Appreciation week to recruit new members and celebrate staff.
Read more about Staff Appreciation Week
Cesar Chavez Celebration 2013
Michael Treviño, Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Monday, March 25, 2013, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin, Lobby 1
Michael Treviño spoke about Chavez’s impact on labor and social policy, including the instrumental role women and religion played in his work to organize farm workers and improve working conditions. Read the full article
Monday, March 25, 2013, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Franklin, Lobby 1
Michael Treviño spoke about Chavez’s impact on labor and social policy, including the instrumental role women and religion played in his work to organize farm workers and improve working conditions. Read the full article
