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MECha records , 2009
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano Aztlan (University of Oregon)
- Title
- MECha records
- Dates
- 2009 (inclusive)20092009
- Quantity
- 0.1 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 folder
- Collection Number
- UA 079
- Summary
- MEChA (Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano Aztlan), a University of Oregon student union began as a part of the Chicano Student Union in 1964. The group took its current title in 1969. The collection contains publications and pamphlets related to 2009 conferences.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Historical NoteReturn to Top
MEChA, a University of Oregon student union, originated with another organization in 1964, known as the Chicano Student Union. The union took the name MEChA (Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano Aztlan) in 1969. There are about 300 MEChA Chapters in existence nationwide. MEChA has four specific programs: Ganas, La Jotera, Mujeres and Raza Unida Youth Conference.
Source: MEChA website, http://pages.uoregon.edu/mecha/?page_id=8 (accessed on October 25, 2011).
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection contains publications and pamphlets largely related to conferences such as the Raza Unida Youth conferences, Beyond Patriarchy, MEChA National and Regional conferences in 2009.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the MECha Records |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Clubs--Oregon--Eugene
- College students--Oregon--Eugene
- Education, Higher--Oregon--Eugene
- Mexican American college students--Political activity--Oregon--Eugene
- Mexican Americans--Education (Higher)--Oregon--Eugene
- Student movements--Oregon--Eugene
- Student publications--Oregon--Eugene
- Universities and colleges--Oregon--Eugene
Corporate Names
- University of Oregon
Form or Genre Terms
- Pamphlets
