San Jose State University SJSU ScholarWorks Chicano Commencement Associated Students 5-28-1994 24th Chicano Commencement, 1994 San Jose State University, Associated Students Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/chicanograd Part of the Chicana/o Studies Commons Recommended Citation San Jose State University, Associated Students, "24th Chicano Commencement, 1994" (1994). Chicano Commencement. 6. https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/chicanograd/6 This Program is brought to you for free and open access by the Associated Students at SJSU ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Chicano Commencement by an authorized administrator of SJSU ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. - Class of 1994 Cong'rat¥lations Rmrr and <IE;reµ!!fMtan<.e aside, this day is oHe to rewem'her Jo~ ,1,f! rest ofyour lives. lt ~I the CU,:lmiHation of many years of hard worh~ and it represents the intell/Jctual accomplishments that aontribute to your growfh as individuals Wtf bin our society. Yqu are the leaders and professionals who will meet the challenges of an increasingly complex and global society. And you are the standard-bearers for many generations to come. You leave this institution as proud alumni of San Jose State University. ]. Handel Evans President Welcome to San Jose State University's 24th Annua.l Chicano Commencement Celebration. This unique and special ceremony honors stud'ents who have successfully completed the academic challenges of a university education. As graduating students, we know that the courage and determination vested in us has come from a stronger source, our parents. Our experiences with family and friends have undoubtedly shaped our lives. Tonight we are here to witness the accomplishments that at times seemed and felt impossible for us to complete. The long nights of study and the short hours of sleep are certainly not foreign to us. Furthermore, we would like to acknowledge and thank you, our guests, for making a difference in our lives. We recognize the sacrifice, the understanding and the unconditional support we received from you. With this in mind, it is a sincere wish, that we as graduates foster and contribute our knowledge and expertise to our respective communities. In doing so, we hope to reach the minds of our youth so that they too can find motivation within themselves to continue a post-secondary education. This will enable them to serve as the leaders of tomorrow. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the Chicano Commencement Committee as well as all the people and organizations, involved both directly and indirectly, for their continual and most appreciated support. Thank you! Jesus E. Oseguera :::,!§,!!!l,!; ,,, !?,,~,, 5,! ,!,5!,!2,5,,2,! ,! ,§!5,§,!§,,! ,I ,:::, Bienvenidos a la 24a Celebraci6n Anual de Chicano Commencement de la Universidad Estatal de San Jose. Esta ceremonia especial e unica, rinde honor a los estudiantes que ban completado, exitosamente, los retos academicos de una educaci6n universitaria. Como estudiantes pr6ximos a graduarnos, sabemos que el coraje y la determinaci6n inculcada en nosotros, proviene de una fuente mas fuerte, nuestros padres. Nuestras experiencias con la familia y amistades ban contribuido, sin duda alguna, a la formaci6n de nuestras vidas. Esta noche estamos aquf para presenciar los logros que algunas veces parecfan imposibles de realizarse. Las largas horas de estudio y las cortas horas de suefio, no son ningun extrafio para nosotros. Queremos, ademas, reconocer y agradecerles a ustedes, nuestros invitados, por hacer una diferencia en nuestras vidas. Reconocemos el sacrificio, la comprensi6n y el apoyo incondicional que nos ban brindado. Teniendo esto en cuenta, es nuestro sincero deseo como estudiantes, el alimentar y contribuir nuestros conocimientos e experiencias a nuestras respectivas comunidades. Al hacer esto, esperamos poder acercarnos a nuestros j6venes para que ellos, a su vez, puedan encontrar la motivaci6n para continuar una educaci6n superior. Esto hara posible a que realizen y cumplan con su papel de li'.deres en el futuro. Finalmente, quiero aprovechar esta oportunidad para agradecer, personalmente, al comite de Chicano Commencement, asf como a todas las personas y organizaciones, involucradas directa e indirectamente, por su continua y muy apreciado apoyo. Muchas Graci as! Jesus E. Oseguera The tradition of Chicano Commencement began in 1970 at San Jose State University. Its idea began in 1968 when a group of Chicano students marched out of the University's graduation ceremony to illustrate concern for equality in education, and lack of equal representation at institutions of higher learning. It was that event that initiated the tradition of the first ever, Chicano Commencement, one which is common on many university campuses today. The Annual Chicano Commencement has reached its 24th year. The tradition has been kept alive by the efforts of San Jose State University· Chicano/ Latino students who work every year to raise funds to make the event a reality. The celebration has been a success every year with a growing number of graduating students. The ceremony continues to reflect the achievements of Chicano/Latino students as it once did back in 1970, and it advocates the importance of education in making this world a better place. HISTORIA DE CHICANO COMMENCEMENT :::::=::::::=:=::;:..·:·:.·,·.·.··. :-:·:·:·:·:.·-·.·. .. .. ····.·.·.•. • ;:;:;:/::::;:;:;:;: :::=:=::::::::::::::;:;:;:;:;:;:::::::; :::,:-:-:-:-::;:;::::::= La tradici6n de Chicano Commencement comenz6 en 1970 en la Universidad Estatal de San Jose. La idea se origin6 en 1968 cuando un grupo de estudiantes Chicanos marcharon, dejando atras la ceremonia de graduaci6n, para ilustrar sus preocupaciones sobre la inigualidad de educaci6n y la falta de representaci6n en las instituciones superiores y educativas. Fue ese evento con el cual se inici6 la tradici6n de Chicano Commencement, la cual es muy comun en varias universidades hoy en dfa. La ceremonia anual de Chicano Commencement, ha llegado al 24 avo afio. La tradici6n se ha mantenido viva por los esfuerzos de los estudiantes Chicanos/ Latinos que trabajan en conjunto cada afio para recaudar fondos para que el evento sea una realidad. La celebraci6n ha sido un exito cada afio, con el numero de estudiantes participantes incrementando. La ceremonia continua reflejando los logros de los estudiantes, asf como lo fue en 1970, a la vez que promueve la importancia de la educaci6n, para asf poder hacer nuestro mundo un lugar mejor. ',',',',',',',', ',',',',',',',',',',',:,:·:,.,',',',',',',', ',',',',:,:,:,:,:,:,,,', Honorable Guests & Entertainment Emmy Award-winning actress, Carmen Zapata has numerous credits in the areas of film, television and stage. Some of her productions include "Marcus Welby", "Adam 12", "Love American Style", "Wonder Woman", "Married with Children", "Falcon Crest", and many others. Her face may seem familiar from her star role in PBS's bilingual children's television show "Villa Alegre." She was seen for three years on the daytime soap "Santa Barbara" and most recently in the feature films, "Sister Act," "Sister Act II" with Whoopi Goldberg and "Point of No Return." Ms. Zapata is co-founder, president, and producing director of the Bilingual Foundation of the Arts (BFA) in Los Angeles. She has brought the works of great Latino authors such as Federico Garcia Lorca and Fernando Rojas to both English and Spanish speaking audiences. In 1990, Ms. Zapata was knighted by His Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain for her commitment to Carmen Zapa"ta Latino concerns within the arts. c--...~s-C:: Sp~aa.k.~ir She has received much acclaim from many critics and reviewers. Zapata's prestigious awards come from organizations such as MALDEF, YWCA, National Council of La Raza , Loyola Marymount University, and others. Ms. Zapata's dedication to the Latino communitv., and. to the 1994 Chicano Commencement will be long remembered and · ated. Vietor Garza Blanea Alvarado Master Of Ceremonies Mistress of Ceremonies Ballet Folklorico Mestizo Albert T. &The Cool Breeze Radio Aztlan ~JIUI[-~~~-- ~--~~~~~~~~~ ~JIL~SS «.:._:., 11.. ~~4: Domingo Acevedo B.A. Social Work Quiero darle todas las gracias primeramente a mi salvador Jesucristo por haber cambiado mi vida y pensamientos. A mi padre y madre, Jesus y Alicia Acevedo, que me apoyaron y animaron para seguir adelante cuando tenia deseos de dejar los estudios: Gracias a toda mi familia y amigos. jLo hice! Ruth Alfaro B.A. Psychology As I look back at the last five years, I realize what I have accomplished was not done alone. With the support and encouragement ofmy family and friends, I stand here now. Gracias mom y dad por el apoyo y la paciencia, sin ustedes no estaria aquf ahora jGracias! Alicia Munoz-Alvarado B.A. English My parents were prune pickers and showed me that education is the road to take. I will now become a teacher. After many years of school, at times it was difficult raising a family and working. I'd like to thank my: parents for showing me the road; husband and children for putting up with me; friends for their support and encouragement. To my brothers and sisters, it is never too late! ~--1'llnl:1'llnl:11E~~JIE1'llnl:11E~ ~111111:-~~~--~~SS «-:IF I. ~~4:: Teresa Alvarado B.S. Environmental Studies I've been working my way through school since 1982, can't seem to say good-bye to SJSU. I plan to enter the Urban Planning graduate degree program. I'd like to thank my family, especially my mother Blanca for always supporting and respecting my school and community efforts. Also, thanks to my father, Jose J. Alvarado, who died in 197 8. He instilled in our family, a sense of personal motivation and civic duty. Adelina Alvarez B.A. Psychology "Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident! Do not be afraid or discouraged, for I, the Lord your God, am with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9 The Lord has been my strength and my family my inspiration. This is for you mom & pops.