In this episode, Tania speaks with Matthew Hinojosa--President of the Recovery Center here at UTSA. During the interview, Matt shared his experiences with substance abuse, recovery, and social advocacy.   

To learn more about the recovery center and how you can get involved, follow this link: http://www.utsa.edu/counsel/recovery/

Common Link Episode 3

In this podcast, Ricardo speaks with Melina Acosta, the president of UTSA's chapter of Active Minds. We discuss mental health, depression, and the stigma associated with mental health in college.

Links to get involved with Active Minds:
Active Minds at UTSA
https://utsa.collegiatelink.net/organization/activeminds/about

Active Minds Website
http://www.activeminds.org/

TED Talk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ur8TZf6HWSs

Paisano Podcast: Active Minds

On this episode, Tania speaks to Amanda Poplawsky-- Curator of AP Art Lab. This art gallery is centered on addressing social justice issues through art. During the segment, Amanda shares the role AP Art Lab plays in creating a space for artists and providing a channel to facilitate conversation on topics like borderlands, consumerism, and the perception of beauty. 

To learn more about AP Art Lab and upcoming exhibits, follow this link: https://m.facebook.com/APArtLab/?ref=content_filter

Common Link: Episode 4

This week, Tania speaks with printmaker Sabrina Alfaro—owner/creator of Chingona Prints. During this segment, Sabrina discusses her role as a mentor in various youth art program around San Antonio, Texas. She also shares how her art addresses social justice issues regarding the male gaze, queer rights, and body politic.

To learn more about Sabrina’s artwork:
 
Follow her on Instagram @xingona.prints 
Like her Facebook page Xingona Prints 

For business inquiries, email Sabrina at xingona.prints@gmail.com

The Paisano