Please help support M.E.Ch.A’s efforts to build an arch through their Root of Ollin project.

The Arch and The Roots of Ollin is an inspirational representation of the hard work of union workers, students, faculty, and the community members that have supported the many movements. The Arch is a way to give thanks to the community for their hard work in helping to save the Chicano Hispano Student Center and Raza Studies.

This arch will be outside the César Chavez building. It will be made out of tiles. It will pay homage to César Chavez, Dolores Huerta, M.E.Ch.A and the many Tucson organizations and people that have made a difference in the community. It is important for the arch to have pictures of Tucson organizers as well as others because it is a form of teaching through pictures. It will also inspire conversation about the people located on the arch.

A peace garden, walkway & murals This garden will have Chavez roses.

People can purchase roses and have them planted in their name. The garden will be a tranquil place for those who need a moment to reflect on their day. There are many students that like to meditate. So they can stop and reflect on their day. This garden will be a safe place for meditation and reflection. The walkway will consist of rocks that are engraved with the names and faces of people that have been an inspiration in the movement. The rocks may also contain quotes. When students walk down the path, it will give them strength to carry on. Lastly, there will be murals inside the building. They can either be a mosaic or tile mural or even paintings. These murals will be an artistic push forward to make the Chavez building part of our home. The murals will add color to an otherwise boring looking building. Many students spend most of their day in the Chicano Hispano Students Affairs Center. Many of those students are away from home and the murals will help make it more welcoming.

Raffle Tickets

We are now selling raffle ticks for the following art pieces. All proceeds go to Arch Building efforts. The tickets are: 1= $3; 2=$5; 5=$10; 12=$20. To buy tickets, please contact Jessica Mejia 520-861-5534 or Hidden Email Address

Thank you.

Raffle will be held on Feb 16.

This efffort is being supported by all the Raza organizations in the Cesar Chavez Building at the University of Arizona and the Arizona Cesar E. Chavez Holiday Coalition.

Roberto Dr. Cintli Rodriguez
Assistant professor
MASRC-UA
Cesar Chavez Bldg Room 214
PO BOX 210023
Tucson AZ 85721
520-626-0824

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