Dr. Rodolfo Acuña recounts his work in Chicano studies, teaching, and research

Description:

Dr. Rodolfo Acuña talks about his pioneering effort starting the first Chicano Studies department at California State University, Northridge. Acuña reflects on his teaching career, his research, and writings about cultures in conflict. He talks about writing several books including "Occupied America: A History of Chicanos" and "Corridors of Migration." Acuña describes personal experiences that contributed to his radicalization. He criticizes academic and government policies which have denied Chicanos access to education and opportunity. He describes his research methods and the purpose of his histories, his emphasis on Chicano studies, and prospects for the future of Chicano studies. Acuña is interviewed by Michigan State University professor Dionicio N. Valdés.

Date Issued:

2008-02-22T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Michigan State University. Libraries

Collection:

G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

Subject Topic:

Career in college teaching, Mexican Americans, Study and teaching, Mexican Americans, and Education

Subject Name:

Acuña, Rodolfo, Acuña, Rodolfo, California State University, Northridge, Chicano Studies Department, California State University, Northridge, and Chicano Studies Department

Subject Genre:

Interviews and Interviews

Language:

English

Rights:

In Copyright

URL:

https://n2t.net/ark:/85335/m5p55dh7t