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“Divisadero” is a Spanish word derived from divisar (to discern). It refers to a place of high elevation from which one can view an extensive area. “Divisadero” is also a street that marked the boundary between the City of San Francisco and The Presidio. According to some sources, the original Spanish name for Lone Mountain was “El Divisadero.”
La palabra "Divisadero" proviene de la raíz “divisar” en castellano. Se refiere a un punto elevado donde se puede observar un área extendida. “Divisadero” también es el nombre de una calle que marca la frontera entre la ciudad de San Francisco y el Presidio. De acuerdo a ciertos documentos, el nombre original en castellano de Lone Mountain era “El Divisadero”.
The short documentary made by a young Mexican activist highlighting the stories of Latinx immigrants in the U.S.
Student activism has the potential for great change at the University of San Francisco. This piece addresses the potential and real impact that students can have.
Mi experiencia como una latina cuir es algo muy común, uncertainty and judgement tainting my everyday life.
The importance of safe queer spaces and activism at USF.
A Glimpse of the Day of the Dead celebration in honor of its founder, René Yañez.
Activistas y Líderes at USF
Glossary of the terms used in the stories this issue.