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VOLUME IX, ISSUE 1, WINTER 2016

White Supremacy iSn’t JuSt a White thing

by Andre Thompson

You don’t have to be white to be a white supremacist. White supremacy by my definition is operating and making efforts to keep the status quo of whiteness going. Dr. Dennis Childs said that, “we cannot mistake the skin color of who enacts a white supremacist act for it not being white supremacist.” I bring this up because my school (Yes, MY school) UC San Diego has a white population >25%. This means that the rest of the student body is in someways facilitating the anti-blackness that happens on campus. To my people of color (POC) out there thats been shooting with me in the gym this isn’t a call out to you. This isn’t a call out to any individual. This is a call out the facts. This is all to the point of bringing up substantive and descriptive POC representation. Descriptive POC representation is when a person of color is in a place. This is very important and allows for much progress in society. Substantive representation is when a person, regardless of their race are in place fight for the rights of POC. This important for us to understand because if you are a POC and still perpetuating white supremacy you are no better than Don Lemon and Ben Carson. I really hope that people can take small steps to decolonizing their minds. Small steps could be having a conversation about the origin of a lot of the history. If most of the history you have is based off of american high school education please be open to new thoughts and ideas that are contradictory to those engrained facts that are written by old rich white men. I say that knowing there is a privilege I have of being in college and not having to worry about day to day survival. This is not a post of elitism but rather a post about questioning everything and everybody at all times. (I wrote this listening to Father’s Who’s Gonna Get F***** First? album)

“There’s No More Time to be Waiting

By Ka’ilioka’ōhi’alehua Kapualehua’ulaoka’āina Kapalehua (“Lehua”)”

This piece is to bring visibility to the transmisogynistic violence that transwomxn of color and assigned-male-at birth, gender non-conforming femmes of color have to navigate. At first glance, it looks as though the figure is running, but it is actually painted using my body face down, dead. It highlights certain parts of my body that I fear are hypervisible when I perform my gender in certain ways and could be "the reason why the violence happened", as some would say. It is the constant fear of being clock'ed and then my life clock no longer running. This painting is a call out to the men who want to 'explore' us on the DL but then reject and harm us in public. It is a call out to the gay, white men that take credit for the work of transwomxn of color and then let us die. It is a call out to mainstream feminist who exclude their trans sisters- and GNCfemmes- of color and let us die. It is a call out to end the sanctioning of state violence that keeps exploiting our bodies. How much longer will the clock keep running? How much much longer will you keep letting this happen to us? We are tired of running. You are not allowed to forget about us. I will not let you forget about us. ~For Trans Day of Remembrance and the fight for Trans Liberation

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My Sister Will Grow Half by: Lexius Waltar

I was ready I was apprehensive and I was scared and I was excited After 9 months this is what we have been waiting for. As I turned the corner and walked into the room I stood at the foot of the bed gazing at the beautiful creature that had just been brought into this world.

of a Half

By: Celeste Martinez De Luna

I seriously don’t know who I would be without her, She is my living, breathing, beautiful other half, We have made it so far from where we once were, We traveled through separations and tribulations;

Mostly unscathed because we stuck together, Though teachers wouldn’t let me visit her during school, I would sneak out to make sure she was ok For that split second, Despite breaking some silly recess rule; this slightly yellow, Jaundice colored baby had become the sun to my sunrise, for that moment she had become the apple of my eyes. She was the owner of my full attention. My younger sister has just been born as I hold her and feel her warm flesh She is out of the womb fresh; Her eyes reek of innocence and her skin sparkles with newness. I can still see the residues of mucous. But...I cry, I cry from both my eyes One for the joy, one for the pain I turn away as they begin to stain my cheeks. Not because I am weak But because I have realized that her future is not what it seems, She will be reminded everyday of her enslaved ancestry. She will be seen through vision blurred by stereotypes, with no visine to cure the irritation of those that see her through red eyes and enraged minds. She will know that we were saved by Kings, Martin Luther And although she finds joy in parks now, she’ll know we found hope in Parks, Rosa Who sat, no I mean stood up to those that would rather see her strung up to wood. My sister will know that even though we are free, We still scattered the trees and even today we still suffer from Modern Day Lynchings, But there are no longer trees and ropes, but thoughts and words that provoke the entanglement of our throats. She will grow to love her brothers, I will teach her love for her sisters As she grows I will guide her on the path where she knows her past. This Little baby, My little sister, will learn, will grow To be confident, honor her past, her history She’ll know that she has the power to change her future and to become anyone she wants regardless of the history she carries in the curls of her hair, shade of her skin, and the curves of her hips

I always had to make sure she was not sad Because for some reason She always seemed so fragile Crying when saying goodbye to dad, Or when trying to pick a side in the mess; I saw her so fragile.. But she started to cry less and less, The process slow and gradual Because with a huge heart she was blessed; I think I looked after her so much Because I knew if she were to shatter I would not only have to pick up her pieces I knew that without her whole self, I did not matter; It is important to recognize that one is not one But half of their other half, The once you would choose over anyone, And readily defend them on their behalf; I cannot say that I am just me, That my race, class, and family Are the most important parts of my identity, Because all I hear in those words Are me, me, me; No, I recognize that I am just half a soul, Without my sister I would be a sad girl Because I could never be whole; I can only speak for myself When I say that she is the glue That keeps me together when I’m torn, That she will stick around forever like a tattoo; My identity cannot be defined by any intrinsic category But by that one person that completes my developing story

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IDENTIFY

“My Greek affiliation has allowed me to stay grounded in my Latina identity because I Latinas who take pride and strength from their family, culture and community of color. Latina with parents who immigrated from Peru and Ecuador in which is difficult to find of this identity on this campus. Through my sorority, I have be able to acculturate into promotes assimilation.

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What I cherish most about my Greek identity is the support system that my sisters provide for me whenever I am in need. As a Latina student on this campus, I face many hardships that are emotional, personal, academic and many other things that other students may not experience. No matter what time of day it is, my sisters always have my back. Sisterhood means more than a friendship in my sorority. It means that I will always have an endless amount of unconditional love for my passions, struggles and accomplishments. As much as I am given such a huge support system and in return, all my sisters ask is that I make sure to return the same unconditional love for them and sisters all over the country. My Greek identity has shifted my presence on campus by the way it has allowed me to feel empowered as a second generation Latina Womyn. It has shown me all the ways I can retain myself mentally, emotionally, academically and culturally. There are very limited spaces that foster a Latina identity and/or culture in which I found in my sorority to give me a home away from home. Because of my sisters, I have traveled across the country, I have networked with other leaders who also identify as Womyn of color, I have developed pride for my identity and I am going to graduate from a 4-year university after being a student who was subject to disqualification. I don’t know where I would be without my sisters. I was one of those individuals who said I would never join a Greek organization. It only took attending the first recruitment event that completely changed my mind about Greek life. Often times, we receive negative attitudes towards Greek life because of what is portrayed on social media and in movies when I feel that the Multicultural Greek Council’s main purpose is to help deconstruct these ideas and give back to our communities of color. I would like to see more students to look into what Multicultural Greeks have to offer in terms of identity, retention and the things that make us unique compared to other Greek organizations.” - Gabby ‘Patrona’ Herencia, Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc.

“I did not think going Greek would change my identity as much as it has. But without a doubt I am proud to be a part of my org and I am happy to represent it in ways that disproves the misconceptions about Greek orgs. Because my sorority has 4 pillars: sisterhood, culture, academics, and community service, these are things people do not think of when they think of Greek orgs. And I am proud to say I always try to represent all 4 of them. Not only do I cherish my pillars but I also cherish the Greek community you enter when you become Greek. You enter a network of people you can identify with just for being Greek. It has given me another community to represent on campus. I am proud to to say I am a Greek Triton at UCSD.” - Erika Menendez, Phi Lambda Rho

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Identify s a rGeek “My Greek affiliation has been one of the largest aspects of my life since I began college. Whenever I walk around campus I do not feel as small as I know I would if I never went Greek. After moving off campus I’ve spent much less time around classmates and colleagues and I feel my Greek affiliation is pretty much the only social life that I have. I also feel like part of a smaller, closer community within UCSD and I am proud to rock my letters around campus. Being part of a community that completes thousands of hours of community service each year and hosts various philanthropic events is something that I’m very proud to be a part of. I cherish the familial aspect of my Greek identity. Living over 400 miles from home, I do not see my family often, and my brothers have provided me with my family away from home. During the best times and the worst times imaginable in college, my brothers have been there with me through everything and I know I will keep these close relationships throughout my whole life. My Greek identity has helped me grow and develop into the person that I am today. My brothers have helped guide me through college and I know that I have them to thank for a lot of my success. My fellow Greeks have also played a huge role in my life and have been an amazing support system during some pretty bad times. Going Greek was definitely one of the best decisions of my life. - Fabio Villagran, Phi Iota Alpha

“Being Greek has propelled me forward. When I started at this university I didn’t realize how isolated I was, I just thought that was a college norm. I felt like I wasn’t fitting in and it was hard for me to find a strong footing. I didn’t feel smart enough to be an academic star and I wasn’t an athletic champion either. I tried to get into leadership programs to establish myself there, but again I didn’t make the cut. I wanted to get involved. During my second year I chose to go Greek. I wanted to surround myself with people who knew what was going on in my mind, who understood how dark it was as a minority at UCSD. It wasn’t until I was Greek that I found a space that identified with me and allowed me to see the university from a different lens. It was because of my sorority that I met other organizations and even served on board for M.E.Ch.A. de UCSD my third year. I am so proud to be Greek especially a Greek within the multicultural Greek council. I feel more empowered as a Latina because I know more about my role within this university. My organization gave me the opportunity to be a leader, it gave me the chance to make a mark on this campus. My Greek identity means so much to me because it was the most effective retention for me on this campus.” - Bex Mercado, Sigma Pi Alpha “Greek life is filled with a variety of identities, cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, life experiences, etc. But the power of Greek life is that being "Greek" is one thing that we have in common. This common ground provides an opportunity for people of all different identities to come together and connect. Just the title of being "Greek" provides the first stepping stone that helps people identify with each other. It's beautiful how this first step promotes social interactions that seamlessly leads to learning more about the diversity in our communities. Looking back on my four years in my involvement in Greek life, especially in the Multicultural Greek Council, I have learned so much about myself and the world around me. At first I felt uncomfortable and honestly, I was scared of being judged, but the encouragement from others and from within myself have given me the courage to immerse myself in the Greek community beyond my own chapter. I was able to identify with people from a variety of backgrounds- people I never expected- by simply having conversations and getting to know them. These interactions have provided me with a lot of insight. Many people are afraid of their identities being judged by others, so they become defensive or build a wall to further separate their identities from people who they believe will never understand. However, I learned that a way to confront this fear is to keep ourselves from judging others and to make ourselves a little more vulnerable by sharing our experiences. I realized the necessity to continuously challenge ourselves to form connections and come from a place of humble understanding in order to appreciate the diversity this world has to offer. The council has provided me with humility and the determination to continue striving to be more understanding and openminded. This is why I am so thankful and proud to be a part of the Multicultural Greek Council.” - Victoria Yi, alpha Kappa Delta Phi

Siaps colleg “College tour changed my perspective toward higher education because when we attended Redlands, I saw that there really was no diversity, but it was an amazingly beautiful campus. I want to make a change in that. I want students like me to stop thinking ‘Oh well there is no diversity I will not apply her .” here’ - Diana Olea

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“The college tour deﬁnitely reassured me that goin college is something that I want to do and also tha want to get more involved in ethnic studies.” - Elizabeth Rojas Galle

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“This experience helped me learn more about myself, especially with entity activity. It got me to question things about ommunity, family, background and where I stand.” - Maricruz Gonzalez

“I learned that choosing the right colleges is hard because sometimes you don't know the bad side of a college. I learned that UCLA has a bad side, with the unequal treatment they have had on people of color.” - Joseph Carrillo

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“Something new that I learned from this experience is that some people might be more privileged that I am and I might be more privileged than others but no matter what I need to be happy with what I have.” - Josselin Garcia

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“I understand now that although I am from a low income and underserved community, there are many others who have less resources than I have and I learned more about support systems at dif different colleges.” - Nghi Dang

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Realities

I used to want to fall in love Because I saw Nicholas Sparks Create a fantasy from up above, It was never perfect Yet the characters were Beautiful and passionately in love; I realized this movie screen love Was a buildup to sex, The excitement And the “butterflies,” The obsession with “them”; Watch closely They dance with their eyes, Talk with their bodies, And enchant with their lips, Tempting, Alluring, All promising “ L o v e”; But love is not true If it dies; There should not be an end Which is why people Spend their thoughts Their actions Their money Trying to recreate The everlasting love Seen in Nicholas Sparks movies Because it seems eternal, And true love it, Passion and lust is not; But who can really help it, I love to believe in fantasies, Those who don’t Are called cynical, Neither is better, Neither is worse, Both are equally insulting, Living in a dream, Living in reality Who even decides what reality is? What’s to say my dreams Aren’t realities Only because I am the sole observer; Because they are real to me, I live in them But it is just me… Does that make it any less real? Our dreams are a collective reality So why do we all portray such fantasies Through hyper-sexualized, Superficial versions of love? Instead of finding That love from a movie myth I’m finding someone To share realities with. -Anon

Caged BY M.L

I used to anticipate reactions, Which turned me into a gentle observer, Because I was afraid to rock the boat, What if they didn’t agree? I felt responsible for only offering Universal truths I mean… Who can argue with that? I was scared to be labeled, So I remained “mysterious” Because that was easier than to navigate Easier to mold than a defined label, People misconstrue too often, Myself not an exception, And I was never confident I’d have the opportunity to clarify, Who asks for it anyway? Who wants to be defensive? But now, I realize that’s not living bravely And I want to be beauty In mind and soul, I want to be me, Only then will my caged thoughts Be free And somebody might love That unseen part of me.

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El SENTIDO DE MI VIDA

(Original)

Las circunstancias de mi vida me han hecho experimentar situaciones complicadas y algunas veces algo inexplicables. Habiendo pasado por difíciles procesos en mi familia de origen y después de ahí llegar a la edad adulta con muchas expectativas; por fin creí que corregiría el pasado infantil que estaba lleno de dolor y carencias. Los sufrimientos sin superar que llevaba en mi espalda por tantos anos me hicieron acostumbrarme al peso que ellos tenían que yo no lo note por mucho tiempo. Esa carga era pesada pero solo la note el día que tuve mi propia familia. Es que no era posible vivir en dos tiempos; el pasado y el presente. Así que lo que hice fue bloquear mi pasado. Viví enteramente dedicada a mi familia para sacarle adelante lo mejor que pude. Con todo y mis carencias emocionales comencé mi camino expresando y sintiendo felicidad en mi propia forma. Hubo desencantos, tristezas, y dolores. También como parte de la inexperiencia se manifestó la sorpresa con cosas nuevas debido a mi ignorancia. Cosas pasaron al igual que el tiempo. Mi familia creció y con ello también mi amor por ella. No tenia tiempo mas que para vivir a día. Nunca me cuestione el propósito de la vida. Ósea lo que le daba sentido a mi existir. Parecía que cada cosa nueva o cada conocimiento era el que me formaba el carácter y que me haría ser madura o mas inteligente. No pensaba que estas circunstancias eran algo pasajero y que estas situaciones no se quedarían conmigo. Ni las cosas buenas, ni las malas, ni lose objetos, ni los conocimientos, ni la pareja, ni los hijos prevalecería para siempre conmigo. Al fin cuando uno muera solo será el recuerdo para alguien o una foto para mostrar a alguien. Simplemente, alguien para recordar. No debo dejar que las circunstancias, ni ningún evento me definan. Soy libre de tomar un camino y ese camino es el de hacerme cada día feliz. Nuestro Creador escribió en nuestro corazón la verdad. Solo tenemos que vivirla. Una circunstancia seria un evento que me marco mi vida y la impacto de tal manera, que me hace sentir feliz o desgraciada, pero tal evento es como un cortometraje cinematográfico que comienza presentando el tema de la película, los desarrolla y le da un fin que puede ser predecible. Ya sea feliz, inconcluso o trágico. Pero dejar que la película de nuestra vida sea determinada quien soy es injusto por que cada día tenemos la oportunidad de seguir dictando un principio o un final de cómo nos gustaría que sucedieran las cosas. La verdad es que ni el cine se logra terminar los proyectos a la primera. La perseverancia, la practica, y el arduo trabajo e inversión son la formula del éxito. Y por supuesto tener un buen elencos y director de escenas. Nuestra vida es mas que una simple película económica que busca ganancias monetarias. Nosotros queremos ganar mas que un simple billete. Nuestro propósito va mas alto e involucra el amor y el deseo grande de ser aceptados. Sepamos que estamos equipados con todo lo bueno que el creador nos dio y solo debemos comenzar a creer. El sentido de mi vida no lo definen las circunstancias sino ese amor con que aceptas todo lo que me pasa. -Beatrice

THE MEANING OF MY LIFE

(Translated)

The circumstances of my life have made me experience complicated and sometimes inexplicable situations. Having gone through difficult processes in my family of origin and then reaching adulthood with a lot of expectations; I finally thought that I would have corrected infantile past that was full of pain and deprivation. The suffering without overcoming what I was carrying on my back for so many years led me to get used to the weight that I hadn’t noticed for a long time. This load was heavy but I only noticed the day that I had my own family. It is not possible to live in two times; the past and the present. So what I did was to block my past. I lived entirely dedicated to my family to get ahead as best I could. With everything and my emotional deprivation I began my journey by expressing and feeling happiness in my own way. There were disappointments, sorrows, and pains. Also as part of the inexperience, I found myself surprised by new things because of my ignorance. Things occurred as time did. My family grew and with it also my love for them. I had no time for anything other than one day to the next. I never questioned the purpose of life. As in, what gave meaning to my existence. It seemed that every new thing or new piece of knowledge built my character and that would make me more mature or more intelligent. I never thought that these circumstances were somewhat passerby and that these situations would not be with me forever. Neither the things good, nor bad, nor material things, nor knowledge, nor a partner, nor children would prevail forever with me. At the end when one dies only, they will be the memory of someone or a photograph to show someone. Simply someone to remember. I should not let the circumstances, or any event define me. I am free to take any path and I choose the path that makes me happy every day. Our Creator wrote in our heart the truth. We just have to live it. A circumstance would be an event that impacted my life in such a way, that makes me feel happy or unhappy, but such an event is like a short film that begins by introducing the theme of the film, that develops and gives a potentially predictable end. Happy, unfinished or tragic. But to let the movie of our lives determine who I am is unfair because every day we have the opportunity to continue to dictate a beginning or an end however we please. The truth is that no film is successfully finished in the first attempt. The perseverance, practice, and the hard work and investment are the formula for success. And of course having a good cast and director of scenes. Our life is more than a simple economic movie with the purpose of monetary gain. We want to earn more than a simple bill. We have a higher purpose that involves love and our wish to be accepted. We must know that we are equipped with all the good things that the creator gave us and we must only begin to believe. The meaning of my life is not defined by the circumstances but the love with which I have accepted everything that happens to me. -Beatrice

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I AM

I am Latina, proud, Asian, Filipina, MexiCAN I wonder what made oppression/racism ok? I hear “Oh, I’m not racist.” I see people judging me for my skin color I remember being asked why you Asian are so loud. I am underestimated, scared, overweight, insecure, too emotional I pretend not to hear it I feel like a failure I defend the future generation of student of color I cry for those under persecution by oppressors/racists I worry about my future Still, I am capable, optimistic, woman, strong, motivated I understand we have a long way to for ‘till equity I say I love who I am I dream about a nonjudgemental world I try to be proud of myself I hope to inspire future latin@ doctors I am Michael, Marie, Xiao, Diana, Erica

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WHO THE FUCK ARE YOU? I for one, am not one to find joy in shit-talking. Yes, I occasionally find bicycle and skateboard falls to be humorous, but never do I make other people’s lives a topic of conversation in mine. Shit-talking. Not only is it unhealthy and stressful, it’s plainly fucked up. We ask why there isn’t peace in the world, but we can’t even seem to make peace with people around us. Instead, we assume things about each other and hate. Not so long ago, I found out that someone had told my ex that I was cheating on him (when I wasn’t), and that he believed it. THEY told him that THEY were happy for our break-up, since I was a bitch and didn’t deserve him. Why he would tell me this I still ask myself, but I’m honestly glad he did. I realized that THEY didn’t even know me. I become a topic of conversation just because I don’t make the time to make people see who I am. Seriously? Who has time for that? People shouldn’t have to explain their lives to others in order to be accepted. We should appreciate privacy and respect it. Just because I don’t tweet about my life, IG my every meal or post any snaps does not mean you are entitled to label me. Yes, I may still be a cheating, slutty bitch in your eyes. But I’d rather stay that way if it means it keeps your drama and negativity out of site, I wouldn’t want a person like you in my life to begin with. So really, who the fuck are THEY to assume who we are? Fuck THEM. I’m busy doing ME, we should all be.

MENTOR PRACTICUM: I AM POEMS I AM I am strong, stressed, passionate, Latina, smart I wonder what others think about me I hear judgemental comments about myself I see blackface I want equity for all I remember being discriminated against I am disappointed, hurt, tired, and offended I pretend to not care I feel uncomfortable with situations regarding racism AND oppression I defend those who are oppressed I cry when I witness the ignorance in our society I worry about the future Still I am persevering, determined, persistent, proud and happy to be me I understand people are unaware I say “Be the better person” I dream of an equitable future I try to put on a smile I hope for change I am empowered!

I AM

I am loving, caring, independent, human I wonder why races put each other down I hear demoralizing stereotypes I see cultures being turned into costumes I want my culture to be represented I remember hearing back handed compliments I am damaged, broken, hungry, female I pretend to be ok I feel unconsidered I defend my family & culture I cry to be heard I worry for my children Still, I am strong, intelligent, determined, human I understand society I say “stay positive” I dream that my struggles will one day end I try to better the world, one mind at a time I hope to overcome I AM A SURVIVOR

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CO-EDITORS IN CHIEF Celeste Martinez De Luna Daisy Gomez Meza

EDITORS Lilibeth Ramirez

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Adrian Chavez Gabby Herencia Andre Thompson Erika Mendez M.L. Beatrice Rebecca Mercado Victoria Yi Lehua Fabio Villagran Lexius Waltar SPACES Mentor Practicum

PHOTOGRAPHY

Gabby Herencia Jessia Hattrick-Watson Chris Cabading

ARTISTS Celeste Martinez De Luna Lehua

We want freedom

We want social unity and equality for all people on campus

We want to promote social awareness and combat social ignorance

We want to unite student activists and students with progressive values and common struggles

We want to educate others about ourstories and our true role in present-day society

The Collective Voice is a student-run, student-initi- Voice will help create a sense of safe space and commuated publication of UCSD’s SPACES, the Student Pro- nity for students who may otherwise feel unwelcome at UCSD’s challenging campus climate thereby conmoted Access Center for Education and Service. The mission of the Student Promoted Access Center tributing to existing retention efforts of campus. This for Education and Service (SPACES) is to act as an em- newspaper deeply values students’ voices by providing powering dynamic on campus where UCSD students an outlet for open dialogue and discussion surrounding issues and developments affecting their communities. collaborate to achieve greater educational equity. This Additionally, The Collective Voice allows UCSD’s encompasses equal access to higher education, undergraduate retention and graduation, and matriculation progressive community to outreach, collaborate and to graduate and professional schools. SPACES values communicate to the greater San Diego communities the power of student-initiated action and organizing outside of our campus. Most importantly, The Collective Voice, provides marginalized students and underby providing an environment for student growth and resourced students the empowering opportunity to development and thus is a foundation to create leaderprotect the representation of their identities and beship and unity through community engagement. liefs, and report alternative news that is not otherwise In line with SPACES’ mission of valuing “the power covered by mainstream media. The Collective Voice, in of student-initiated action,” “proving an environment for partnership with SPACES, allows for the creation of “an student growth and development,” and creating “unity empowering dynamic where UCSD students collabothrough community engagement,” The Collective Voice rate to achieve greater educational equity.” It is through is UCSD’s progressive newspaper that promotes social this mission that the collective of diverse voices in one unity, justice and awareness across the many communi- newspaper will actively demonstrate an empowering ties that exist on the UCSD campus. The Collective progressive community on the UCSD campus.

We want educational equity and to empower under resourced communities

We want to fight the rhetoric propagated by oppressive forces on campus

We want our beliefs, practices, and ethics to be illustrated in a correct light

We want peace. The ability to coexist on campus without fear of prejudice or persecution

We want to be recognized as equal individuals despite and because of our ethnicity, religious affiliation, race, gender, or sexual orientation cved ito rs @ g m a i l . com