Chicana and Chicano Studies Program

Clubs/Organizations Information:

Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlan de Eastern Washington University

Description Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlán (Chicano/a Student Movement of Aztlán) is a student created organization that began during the 1960's civil rights and Chicano movement. This organization seeks to promote Chicano unity and empowerment through political action. The motto of MEChA is 'La Union Hace La Fuerza' (Unity makes strength). MEChA hosts an annual student conference at EWU, cultural events such as Dia de los muertos (Day of the Dead), political sessions, participates actively in promoting political change, has annual potlucks and activities for the members to participate in. MEChA meets weekly every Tuesday, you can follow us on facebook. All our welcome!

Meeting Day(s) Tuesday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 4:00 PM

Meeting Location Hargreaves 123

Contact Info vbriseno1@eagles.ewu.edu

Ballet Folklorico de Atzlan

Description The purpose of BFA is to put on performances of Latin American dance music to show the history and culture behind the art of Folkloric dance. To engage, entertain and teach both dancers and the audience in the history of these regional dances, Ballet Folklorico de Atzlan is open to all of Eastern Washington University community.

Meeting Day(s) Tuesday Thursday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 6:00 PM

Meeting Location Multicultural Center, Showalter Hall, Cheney, WA

Contact info dchavira10@eagles.ewu.edu    

Chicano Empowerment Student Organization

Description The Chicano Empowerment Student Organization (C.E.S.O), is an organization / club under the umbrella of the Chicano and Chicano Studies Program of Eastern Washington University. Our mission is to educate and develop a sense of unity and pride towards our Latin American historical origins. Unlike other organizations; C.E.S.O will focus on educating it's members and community towards the numerous contemporary forms of expression and traditions of the different Latin American countries; as well as the eradication of traditional stereotypes created for our current society towards different Latin American countries.

Meeting Day(s) TBD

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time TBD

Meeting Location Maldonado's Meeting Room, Monroe 203 Cheney, WA

Contact info bponcecastillo@eagles.ewu.edu    

Mariachi Las Aguilas

Description Mariachi Las Águilas is an EWU music program of students who dedicate their time to learning and performing mariachi music. As well as performing at certain events on and off campus, spreading the culture of mariachi music.

Meeting Day(s) Wednesday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 5:00 PM

Meeting Location Music Building Room 248

Contact info jtorres17@eagles.ewu.edu    

Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.

Description Lambda Theta Alpha was founded at Kean University in 1975 as the first Latina sorority in the nation. Lambda Theta Alpha strives to develop strong leaders that produce and engage in political, social and cultural activities. Based on the principles of Unity, Love and Respect, the sorority was established for the unification of women through charitable and educational programs. Although Lambda Theta Alpha is Latin by tradition, the sorority is inclusive to all women regardless of race, color, creed, sexual identity, gender expression, or religious beliefs.

Meeting Day(s) Monday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 7:00 PM

Contact Info ltaeepresident@gmail.com    

Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc.

Description The philosophy of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. is based on the belief that Latino Unity is essential in order to create cultural, social, and political awareness in the Latino community and in the American society. The development of leadership among all Brothers is necessary to create consciousness toward common goals and ideals, which will achieve a strong sense of chivalry,respect, dignity and equality for all Latinos.

Meeting Day(s) Wednesday

Frequency of Meetings Bi-Weekly

Meeting Time 7:00 PM

Contact Info salvador_galvan21@yahoo.com    

Alpha Pi Sigma Sorority

Description Alpha Pi Sigma's mission to professionally develop women leaders has created a innovative forum for Latina's to give back to the community. Our sisterhood is composed of university & professional diverse women committed towards the empowerment of women & the Latin American community. We do this by providing leadership development, academic enrichment programs, community service & activities geared towards the appreciation, promotion & preservation of our surrounding communities.

Meeting Day(s) Wednesday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 6:30 PM

Contact info pi_rep@alphapisigma.org

Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.

Description The purpose of Kappa Delta Chi Sorority is to promote the traditional values of Unity, Honesty, Integrity and Leadership among woman at Eastern Washington University. We are a group of women dedicated to the community. Kappa Delta Chi was established at Eastern Washington University on December 4, 2005 by 10 lovely charters, making it the first Latina sorority at EWU.

Meeting Day(s) Sunday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 7:00 PM

Contact Info alphalambda.president@kappadeltachi.org    

La Hermandad de O eMe Te

Description La Hermandad de O eMe Te exists as a brotherhood to serve as a support group for its members, and strives to uphold four standards; Culture, Wisdom, Empowerment, and Carnalismo. O eMe Te also serves as a form of support and service to the Chicano/Mexicano/Latino community at EWU as well as the state, nation, and worldwide.

Meeting Day(s) Thursday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 5:00 PM

Contact Info eantunez@eagles.ewu.edu  

Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity

Description To nurture and further a dynamic, value-based environment which utilizes our historically Latino based fraternity as a catalyst to better serve the needs and wants of all people. Meeting Day(s) Sunday Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 6:00 PM

Meeting Location Patterson Hall Room 104

Contact Info arickerechar@gmail.com    

Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc.

Description Sigma Lambda Gamma is the largest, historically Latina-based national sorority with a multicultural membership in chapters and alumnae associations throughout the United States - from Arizona to Wyoming; Florida to Minnesota; New York to Texas; and many more states between the coasts of California and Rhode Island. A criterion for membership into Sigma Lambda Gamma is open to women of exceptional morals & ethics with a demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, and who are pursuing or have completed courses leading to a degree in an accredited college of university.

Meeting Day(s) Monday

Frequency of Meetings Weekly

Meeting Time 6:00 PM

Meeting Location Patterson 118

Contact Info mixiena@yahoo.com