Dr. Rodolfo Acuña recounts his work in Chicano studies, teaching, and research
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.
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- In Collections
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G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Copyright Status
- In Copyright
- Date
- 2008-02-22
- Interviewees
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Acuña, Rodolfo
- Interviewers
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Valdés, Dennis Nodín
- Speakers
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Acuña, Rodolfo
Gonzales, Claudia
Lopez, Sierra
- Hosts
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Rivera, Diana Huizar
- Recordist
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Vincent Voice Library
- Subjects
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California State University, Northridge. Chicano Studies Department
Acuña, Rodolfo
College teaching
Mexican Americans--Education
Mexican Americans--Study and teaching
- Material Type
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Sound recordings
- Language
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English
- Extent
- 01:11:03
- Venue Note
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Recorded by the Vincent Voice Library, Feb. 22, 2008.
- Holding Institution
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Vincent Voice Library
- Call Number
- Voice 23555
- Catalog Record
- http://catalog.lib.msu.edu/record=b10460548
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