“Understanding that multi-generational trauma is part of us, then multi-generational courage must also be part of us,” said Art Professor Mario Moreno.
That’s the message Moreno will bring to students and the community during his presentation of “El Arte Revolucionario: In Search of (Pancho) Villa y Adelita.” This is his sabbatical research focused on revolutionary art and reclamation of historical icons and folk heroes from Chicanx/Latine that have been appropriated or subject to misinformation.
Even labeled as “Gimmicky, unsophisticated or savages.” Moreno said.
The event will take place Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Dreamer’s Success Center Holt 201.
Latine History month presents several events from September into October, including “Voices of Change: Dolores Huerta Speaks to the Next Generation” on Sept. 25.
Students, staff and community members are invited to attend this free program offered as part of the Latine History month event brought to you by the following partners: San Joaquin Delta College, Dreamers Success Center, SJDC Culinary arts, Phoenix scholars, Chicano Latine Faculty, San Joaquin Delta College Basic Needs Center.
In a world where people want to take a stand against injustice, but don’t know how, Moreno urges the answer: In order to fight back, we need to go back to the beginning.
It starts with “Cultura,” he said.
Moreno’s presentation traces back to revolutionary figures and Heroes of the Chicanx/Latine culture who have been archived or become obscure over time, in order to highlight and reclaim their narratives, breathing renewed life into their stories and sharing them with a new generation.
“This is about reclaiming the real history, not the caricatures used to sell potato chips, but stories about people who fought for justice,we are saturated with images that influence the perception of the dominant culture, which has an impact on minority communities, think Blazing Saddles and Frito Bandito,” said Moreno.
Moreno invites the community to step back into another world through an immersive experience with art, story, food, music and ceremony. The objective is for Students and community members to leave with a deeper connection and understanding of their roots.
“We need to compress time and space so that we understand who we are, reclaiming our indigenous history and our historic roots to social justice,” said Moreno.
The San Joaquin Delta College website states: “San Joaquin Delta College celebrates Latine Heritage Month each year between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15. Formerly named “Hispanic Heritage Month,” Latine Heritage Month celebrates the diverse Latine cultures of Stockton and surrounding communities. Celebrate with us all month long! Attend one of our featured events (see below).”
There is also Special programming from Delta College Radio station on 93.5 KWDC All month long.
UPCOMING LATINE HERITAGE MONTH EVENTS
Loteria Bingo (El Invitado), Sept. 23
Mas Que Enough, Oct. 1
El Arte Revolucionario: In Search of (Pancho) Villa y Adelita, Oct. 8
Pushing Ahead, Living into Legacy: Avanzando el Legado, Oct. 15
