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About Me
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, Only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.”
~ The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 1963
Biography
Born in a working-class Chicana/o and black neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas, I embraced my sociological imagination at an early age but would not discover the wisdom of the social sciences until after high school. I studied psychology and philosophy at St. Philips Community College, and transferred to the University of Texas, San Antonio earning a bachelor's degree in Mexican American/Chicanx Studies with an emphasis in sociology. It was then that I began researching local (intersectional and decolonial) Chicanx-led social justice organizations that merged art and activism. Being able to apply the sociological theories to life experiences was immensely enlightening and exciting to me as I learned about my self and society. This energy carried me toward pursuing a Master's Degree in sociology and later my Ph.D.
Teaching
I most often teach SOC 1 Intro to Sociology and SOC 20 Social Problems. In my courses I try my best to bring students into the mindset of the sociological imagination so we can make sense of the contradictions of social life and explore diverse perspectives on complex social issues. It is my intention that we begin to connect personal biography to the social patterns that shape our lives and begin to determine our part in growing social change.
| CRN | Course | Sec | Title | Days | Times | Loc |
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| 35642 | SOC 1 | 01Y | Introduction to SociologyView Footnote SOC-001.-01Y-: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on-campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning. | ·T·R··· | 09:30 AM-10:20 AM | MLC110 |
| 33740 | SOC 1 | 02Y | Introduction to SociologyView Footnote SOC-001.-02Y-: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on-campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning. | ···R··· | 06:30 PM-08:20 PM | MLC110 |
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| 35641 | SOC 1 | 52Z | Introduction to SociologyView Footnote SOC-001.-52Z-: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning. | ······· | TBA-TBA | ONLINE |
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| 35637 | SOC 20 | 01EY | Social ProblemsView Footnote SOC -020.-1EY: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class involves 12 hours of active, hands-on, work making a difference in our communities. The course has been modified so that this does not involve more time than a regular class. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning. | ·T·R··· | 12:30 PM-01:20 PM | MLC110 |
| CRN | Course | Sec | Title | Days | Times | Loc |
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| 26786 | SOC 1 | 01Y | Introduction to SociologyView Footnote SOC-001.01Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on-campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning. | M······ | 09:30 AM-11:20 AM | MLC110 |
| 24150 | SOC 1 | 02DY | Introduction to SociologyView Footnote SOC 001.2DY: This course is part of the Learning in Communities program (LinC) and requires concurrent enrollment in ENGL D001A.02D (CRN: 28889). For more info about LinC, visit deanza.edu/linc. HYBRID; meets on campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning . | M······ | 12:30 PM-02:20 PM | MLC110 |
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| 28923 | SOC 28 | 50Z | Sociology of GenderView Footnote SOC-028.-50Z-: This is a late start 8-week class and begins the week of October 19, 2026. This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning. | ······· | TBA-TBA | ONLINE |
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| 28924 | WMST 28 | 50Z | Sociology of Gender | ······· | TBA-TBA | ONLINE |