What is M.E.Ch.A?

Movimiento: A movement that strives for higher education, determination, achievement and cultural awareness.

Estudiantil: Because our principle struggles are for students and higher education.

Chicano: It is grounded in a philosophy, not a nationality. It is a reflection of unity amoung Raza (people) and has come to represent all Latino people. It is a demand for self-knowledge and a declaration of the pride for history and culture.

Aztlan: Geographically southwestern United States, is the legendary homemade rooted in Aztec mythology that affirms ancestral origins and civilizations. It exemplifies the deepest convictions that Latinos are indigenous people that belong to this historic land and epitomizes the extraordinary culture.

Motto: La Union Hace La Fuerza - Together We Are Stronger

Purpose:

• To encourage Latinos to enter and finish college
• To promote and embrace cultures
• Education, Self-Determination, Achievement

2007-2008 Club Members

Karina Ocampo		Ramon Torres
Ricardo Palomares		Daniela Solano
Angelica Maldonado		Michelle Flores
Karen Cadena		Esmiriam Gutierrez
Luis Moreno		Community Liaison Jacqueline Marin
ASB Representative Nataly Alvarez		Parliamentarian Emmanuel Vasquez
Commissioner of Hospitality Bernice Medina