What is M.E.Ch.A?
M.E.Ch.A. is an acronym for Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlan. MEChA is much more than a club -- we are a national student organization that unites all Chicanx Latinx students in their quest to enhance the development of our society. In order to do this we need an organized and focused organization with committed leaders and members who are willing to be role models for our community. We must be willing to build and demonstrate strong character in mind and body if we are to accomplish significant change in attitudes and behavior in our families, friends, acquaintances and leaders.
The word Chicano/Chicana is derived from MEXICA (Me-shi-ka), the name of the people that wondered from Aztlan to Tenochitlan. Meaning “people of the earth”.
Chicanismo is the tie that binds all members of MEChA. Chicanismo is carnalismo, responsibility and commitment to all Chicanx sisters and brothers throughout the university and community regardless of their socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, phenotype, physical ability, citizenship status, age, appearance, gender, ability, language, and/or religion. Chicanismo further implies a respect for us as Chicanxs for our history, our value. Therefore, the term Chicanx is grounded in a philosophy not a nationality. Chicanx is a state of mind, not a birthright.
The word Chicano/Chicana is derived from MEXICA (Me-shi-ka), the name of the people that wondered from Aztlan to Tenochitlan. Meaning “people of the earth”.
Chicanismo is the tie that binds all members of MEChA. Chicanismo is carnalismo, responsibility and commitment to all Chicanx sisters and brothers throughout the university and community regardless of their socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, phenotype, physical ability, citizenship status, age, appearance, gender, ability, language, and/or religion. Chicanismo further implies a respect for us as Chicanxs for our history, our value. Therefore, the term Chicanx is grounded in a philosophy not a nationality. Chicanx is a state of mind, not a birthright.
For more information please contact:
Rudy Medina - M.E.Ch.A. Advisor/Director of Diversity Scholars Program
Phone: 801-585-1538
Email: rudy.medina@utah.edu
