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Join Dr. Elvia Ramirez and Dr. Maria Vargas, faculty members at Sacramento State, for a compelling conversation on the past, present, and future of Chicanx/Latinx Studies at the university. In this episode, Dr. Ramirez traces the roots of Ethnic Studies at Sac State, spotlighting the powerful activism of Mexican American/Chicanx students who helped establish the discipline on campus. The discussion then shifts to a dynamic exchange between colleagues as they reflect on their teaching and research practices. Together, Dr. Vargas and Dr. Ramirez underscore the significance of Chicanx/Latinx Studies in shaping critical understandings of identity, power, and social justice. Whether you're new to the field or a longtime advocate, this episode offers valuable insight into why these stories—and this scholarship—are essential.

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