Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: The Story of George I. Sánchez and The University of Texas
The College of Education welcomes all students, faculty and staff for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Carlos Kevin Blanton, professor and author of the biography, “George I. Sánchez: The Long Fight for Mexican American Integration”. During this event, Dr. Blanton will provide an overview on the life and impact of Dr. Sánchez, highlighting his dedication to increasing educational and political opportunities for Mexican Americans.
Following the discussion, Dr. Blanton will respond to any audience questions during a brief Q&A. Registration is required to attend. Refreshments will be provided.
About the Book
“George I. Sánchez: The Long Fight for Mexican American Integration” is the first published biography of George I. Sánchez – a complex man of notable contradictions. Sánchez was a reformer, activist and intellectual, and one of the most influential members of the “Mexican American Generation” (1930–1960). A professor of education at the University of Texas from the beginning of World War II until the early 1970s, Sánchez was an outspoken proponent of integration and assimilation. He spent his life combating racial prejudice while working with such organizations as the ACLU and LULAC in the fight to improve educational and political opportunities for Mexican Americans. Yet his fervor was not always appreciated by those for whom he advocated, and some of his more unpopular stands made him a polarizing figure within the Latino community.
