SJCC Alumna Dr. Josie Méndez-Negrete Returns as Commencement Speaker for Class of 2024

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Dr. Josie Méndez-Negrete, an alumna of San José City College (SJCC), will deliver the commencement speech for the class of 2024. The ceremony is set for May 23, 2024, at Jaguar Stadium. Dr. Méndez-Negrete began her academic career at SJCC, earning a degree in human services and psychology, and later achieved a PhD in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Throughout her career, Dr. Méndez-Negrete has specialized in Mexican American Studies. She is a professor emerita at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where she has made significant contributions to the field through her research and publications.

Dr. Méndez-Negrete has also written several books, including 'Activist Leaders of San José: En sus propias voces,' which profiles Mexican American leaders from San José. Her other works focus on Latino and Chicano experiences, adding to her reputation as a prominent author.

In addition to her writing, she founded Conocimientos Press, which has published thirteen books. Under her leadership, authors have received notable awards, including two Gold Medals from the International Latino Book Awards.