Events
A Story of Latina Excellence: Marylou Olivarez Mason
Date and Time
Thursday, October 8, 2015 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Description
Through the years, Dr. Marylou Olivarez Mason struggled through
poverty and discrimination as a child migrant worker, woman, Latina,
and single parent. She has accomplished noteworthy achievements
including becoming founder of Michigan Hispanic Heritage Month,
serving with both Democratic and Republican governors. Dr. Olivarez
became the first woman to be named executive director of the Michigan
Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs by Gov. James J. Blanchard, and
founding of Advocates for Latino Student Advancement in Michigan
Education. Dr. Olivarez was honored as Hispanic Women of the Year in
2000 by the National Hispana Leadership Institute in Washington, DC.
in 2015.
Connection to the Classroom
Social Justice & Human Rights: (LIB 100)
1. Upon completion of this program, attendees will have gained
new awareness about the history and social impact of Hispanic migrant
workers and their families.
Activism: (LIB 201)
1.Upon completion of this program, attendees will have gained new
insight into how communities can work together to implement social change.
Oppression/Discrimination (LIB 201)
1.Upon completion of this program, attendees will have increased
knowledge about the history of discrimination and marginalization of
immigrant families and how these structures continue in today’s society.
Contact
Events are free and open to the public. For more information on parking or for individuals requiring special accommodations, please contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at 616-331-2177. You may also email us at [email protected].