McCarthy Center

The McCarthy Center affirms it's commitment to our Black students, faculty, staff and community partners. Our statement is part of a long-term commitment to anti-racism that is ongoing and dynamic. ow.ly/HTXZ50AopKg

Virtual Voices will be discussing polarization on college campuses and in US politics! Join students from all over the US for a discussion about Electoral Reforms and Social Media & Campus Expression on Nov. 5 and 6: ow.ly/9RGq50LsHL7 @USFVOTES @USFPoliticsDept @Stanford

This week's blog is a reprint from @SFFoghorn about Provost Oparah, her life story, and motivations to make a change in the community. Read more about Oparah, her passions and how she joined the Office of the Provost: ow.ly/nizG50LsHeu @usfca @USF_UM @USFCAPASJ @CCUSFCA

Consider earning your master's degree or certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at the University of San Francisco! RSVP for the 11/8 session: bit.ly/3STgUPh RSVP for the 11/15 session: bit.ly/3TTUajj

Our Networking Celebration on Nov. 9 from 3:30-5pm invites faculty & community partners to explore partnerships for Community-Engaged Learning, celebrate existing collaborations, and be in community with inspiring folks! RSVP: ow.ly/Yw0Y50Lqc4K @usfca @USFCA_SOE @usfcalwsc

Our number of the day is 7! There are 7 more days until midterm elections on Nov. 8th, so if you haven't prepared - now is the time! If you have any last minute questions or want more information, @USFVOTES is here to help! Get out there and vote! @AndrewGoodmanF @usfca @usfsle

All are invited to the Día de los Muertos celebration on Nov. 1 from 11:45am–12:45pm, beginning in the Gleeson Plaza and proceeding into the library. Join us in viewing the community ofrendas, watching performances by the Danza Azteca Xitalli and more! @usfsle @GleesonLibrary

@SFFoghorn spotlighted @USFVOTES dedication in creating civically engaged human beings. Angie Vuong states "Young people, Millennials and Gen Z, are the biggest cohort in this upcoming election, so it’s really important to get young people engaged." Read: ow.ly/iszj50LozCG

Its spooky season but don't be scared because our October Newsletter is out! Check your emails for our news and updates on EngageSF, Midterm Election, community partners, and the upcoming Dia De Los Muertos celebration. Have a good weekend everyone! @USFVOTES @GleesonLibrary

Meet Lonnie Morris - president and co-founder of the violence and crime prevention organization, No More Tears at San Quentin State Prison. He builds relationships with CEA's while utilizing their talents and passions to uplift members of the program #NoMoreTearsSanQuentin @usfca

Stop by the McCarthy Center to see a collection of photos recently installed in the conference room depicting the wide range of community-engaged learning that emerges from the center. See the images of our students, partners, and stakeholders in action! @usfca #CommunityEngaged

Today's number of the week is 14: marking 14 days until the midterm elections! There are 2 more weeks until we put in our vote to make our voices heard and advocate for community needs. Are you ready to vote? @USFVOTES @USFPoliticsDept @usfsle @castatecapitol #MidtermElections

If you haven't gotten a chance to check out the new Reimagining a Just World mural and Leo T. McCarthy's desk at the Center yet, take a look at our Open House 2022 video for some of our highlights! vimeo.com/762038868/f751… @usfca @PrecitaEyesLove @EleniForCA @castatecapitol

In today's blog we share Stephanie Sears excerpt demonstrating the historical context of Black San Franciscan activism and aspects that makes someone a Changemaker. Read here: ow.ly/IV3250Li6lB @baseusfca @usfca @CCUSFCA @SFPublicLibrary @FillmoreJazz @usfsle @NAACP

We need your help this spooky season! @MoMagicsf is having a Wizardly Nights community celebration in the Fillmore and is calling for volunteers on Oct. 28 to be a part of set up crew from 11am-3pm or 3pm-6pm for activities. Register: ow.ly/N3PS50Lg1Qq @USFCA_SOE @usfsle

In this week's blog, Alyssa Traina, CEA, reflects on Sister Destiny's storytelling and Jazz. Read more about "H.O.O.D." as Honoring Our Own Divinity and her wisdom in using radical love to fight for our communities: ow.ly/eYIM50Lg0Qc @usfca @SFJAZZ @soundscupltress #CEA

@usfca is hosting a series of curated events to reconnect in person and celebrate our achievements and exciting plans for the future from Oct. 21-23. Enjoy music, food, and celebrate Changing the World From Here! RSVP: ow.ly/Y02C50LfZSy @USFCA_Admission #CelebrateUSF

Today is the 30th anniversary of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty honoring millions of people suffering from poverty and recognizes the essential solidarity and shared responsibility we hold to end poverty and combat all forms of discrimination @usfca @UN

Did you get a chance to check out the Black Resource Fair? Thank you to our Engage Literacy crew who tabled and to all students who came by to learn about the Engage San Francisco Literacy program, Esther Madriz Diversity Scholars, and PSCE Minor @baseusfca @USFCA_SOE @CCUSFCA

Our staff, Leslie and Jackie, will speak at @ImaginingAmer about Healing Community Through Collective Mural Making, documenting the creative process when we collectively explore mural making to transform the pain and isolation from the COVID environment. @usfca @PrecitaEyesLove

Tomorrow is #WorldFoodDay. Help promote worldwide awareness and action for those who suffer from hunger and for the need to ensure healthy diets for all, leaving no one behind. Let's create a better, more sustainable future for all. @FAONorthAmerica @UsfcaSustains @Usfcaenvs