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The Center for Mexican American and Latino/a Studies (CMALS) at the University of Houston was established in 1972 as an interdisciplinary academic program in partnership with Stephen F. Austin Senior High School. It was established in 1985 to help students achieve excellent academic standing, high school graduation, and college enrollment.
Our mission is to advance knowledge, promote critical thinking and foster the value of service to the community.
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This report represents the collective work of staff, colleagues, students and our community, as we share our accomplishments and highlight the activities of CMALS on behalf of the Mexican American and Latino community at the University of Houston.
The Spring of Latino Art! Billboard Campaign features over 30 different artworks by Houston-based artists who are part of Houston’s Latino Visual Art Registry.Learn more »
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