Word: vida
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...writing to express our displeasure with the statement concerning La Vida at Harvard in the Crimson Wisdom section of your Feb. 14 issue. To say the least, it is as of yet uncertain what exactly was intended by the downward arrow and the sentiment “that’s just loco,” but there is no question regarding its offensive nature. The explanations we have been given are not up to par, and do not absolve the Crimson of guilt in this error. This statement ridicules the Latino community’s efforts to gain personal...
...Crimson I found an interesting little article in the editorial page. Boxed off was the “Crimson Wisdom” of that week, rating the winners and losers of that week and “beyond.” Apparently to The Crimson staff La Vida at Harvard was one of the losers of the week and beyond indicated by an arrow pointing downwards and a commentary of “that’s just loco.” Apparently this was supposed to be some sort of joke. But to be honest, I saw no humor...
First of all, if this was not a reference to La Vida at Harvard, then the name should not have been italicized as if referring to the future publication. Secondly, the joke itself simply portrays The Crimson as ignorant and blatantly lacking in any sort of cultural sensitivity. In addition, I doubt this would have ever happened with the Black Guide or Women’s Guide to Harvard. La Vida at Harvard is a serious publication with serious goals. Being referenced to and then ridiculed by a “professional” newspaper such as The Crimson cripples...
When initial coverage of La Vida at Harvard came out I was happy to find a very professional article. I thought perhaps that The Crimson was authentically trying to mend ways with minority groups. I thought that when they said that diversity mattered to them they actually meant it. I guess...
...writer is editor of La Vida at Harvard and student advisory council representative of Fuerza Latina...