An idea emerged from Rosalinda Vasquez, staff advisor for St. Edward’s Ballet Folklorico group, as her eyes rediscovered artifacts from stories frozen in time. She knew that the dance group has been somewhat hidden from the public eye the past couple years and thought it was time to shine a light back on them.
What better space to showcase these rich historical artifacts than in Munday Library exhibition space located on the second floor where many students can be found? After asking for help from Hollis Hammonds and Alexander Robinson, professors in the fine arts and visual studies department, the three of them would spend a week putting together an exuberant exhibit highlighting Ballet Folklorico’s history.
From its origin in 2002, where two students turned their idea into a reality, this showcase proves that any student can create their community. All it takes is ganas. An upbeat celebration of colorful artifacts will greet you as you’re immersed into the historyーand still ongoingーof the 20th year anniversary of Ballet Folklórico at St. Edward’s University.
