Santa Ana College on Thursday covered up plaques, photos, and murals honoring César Chávez, boarding up signage on the campus building that bears his name and draping panels over interior artwork. The move comes as local officials and college leaders weigh whether those tributes should remain amid a broader reexamination of Chávez’s legacy.
What the college did
The college’s president announced that naming plaques and murals would be temporarily covered and Chávez-related photos removed from the school’s website and social media accounts while leaders decide next steps, according to NBC Los Angeles. The statement described the move as an interim, protective measure while the campus consults with trustees and the broader community.
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