From Compton, South Gate, Watts, and beyond, poets Janel Pineda and Jenise Miller both articulate the meanings of survival, perseverance, joy, displacement, and resettlement within the Central American diaspora. Join a vibrant conversation between Janel and Jenise, moderated by PAS and LAS faculty member, Dr. Alejandro Villalpando. In addition, the authors will read pieces from their debut releases Lineage of Rain and The Blvd. REGISTER HERE: https://calstatela.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkc-uqpj4pHdMEHxeBHr75oYqKEQj0fc60 Active Chair: Pledge Chair: