Chicano Serials (Newspapers)

Central to the Chicano Movement (El Movimiento) of the 1960s/1970s were serialized publications, which served as essential tools for community mobilization and the cultivation of a national identity rooted in both Mexican and Indigenous heritage. By operating outside the mainstream media, these publications countered negative stereotypes, documented systemic abuses, and provided a dedicated platform for Chicano political expression.

UTRGV Special Collections & Archives is a repository for Chicano Movement newspapers and newsletters, spanning from California to Texas to New York. The Chicano Serials collection comprises +225 unique titles documenting a spectrum of issues, including law, civil rights, education, labor, immigration, and the arts. These materials provide a comprehensive look at the evolution of Chicano political and cultural identity at the local, state, and national levels.

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