On Tuesday, Sept. 18 from 12 to 1 p.m. in the Student Union Building, the unveiling of The Mendez Stamp will be celebrated as part of the 60th Anniversary of Mendez vs. Westminster segregation case. Cake and punch will be served at the event and all faculty, staff and students are invited to attend.
Sixty years ago, a group of California Hispanic parents fought to end segregation in their schools. This groundbreaking court case became known as Mendez vs. Westminster School District and started a movement toward equality in all school districts regardless of race.
The event is sponsored by the University of New Mexico and contributors to the De Colores Hispanic Cultural Festival. For more information contact Jennifer Gomez-Chavez at 277-7763.