ABSTRACT
Chicana/os, or Americana/os of Mexican descent, have become a significant part of the acknowledged United States landscape for decades (Comas-Díaz, 2001; Griswold Del Castillo, 1984; U.S. Bureau of the Census, 1993). As noted by Olmos, Ybarra, and Monterrey (1999), these Latina/os are not strangers to this country, due to its integral role in the nation’s construction, its participation in society, and its intricate weaving of social-community fibers to become a dynamic presence. The uniqueness of this population is further underscored by its ethnic and cultural roots, including the indigenous native, Spanish or European, African, and Asian. In brief, multiracial groupings of people are emphasized in the heart, spirit, and physical presentation of the Chicana/o.
