The César E. Chávez Leadership Lecture is held to promote a greater understanding of the linkages between our state’s economy, its workforce and the education of its citizens. The annual event seeks to inspire continued dialogue among local community leaders focused on the importance of higher education its impact on sustaining economic prosperity. Keynote speakers from across all areas of the public and private sector are invited to share information relevant to future trends and the needs of Arizona’s workforce and educational system. ASU administrators, faculty, staff and students attend the event and attract a broad spectrum of community leaders including elected officials, corporate and small business representatives and community service providers.

Since its inception, the ASU Hispanic convocation has become a signature event that honors the accomplishments and commitment of Hispanic students pursuing higher education.

The first Convocation was held on May 12, 1984 in the small Town of Guadalupe and honored 34 graduates. Over the past 23 years, ASU has hosted the ceremony on campus and enjoyed the attendance of thousands of graduates, their families and friends.

In the Spring of 2007 and 2006 respectively, the convocation introduced the Congressman Ed Pastor Outstanding Graduate Award and the Jose Ronstadt Outstanding Undergraduate Award recognizing the special achievements of two ASU graduates. Both Congressman Pastor and Jose Ronstadt were vital to the inception of the Convocation and remain active supporters.

With each succeeding year, the ASU Hispanic Convocation continues to generate support and enthusiasm. It is our goal that the legacy of higher education inspired through the celebration of the Convocation will serve as a stepping stone for generations to come.

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Since 1995, the César E. Chávez Leadership Institute (CECLI) has provided high school students from across the state of Arizona with leadership development skills.

The leadership institute provides students with a one-of-a-kind experience by embracing tolerance, urging participants to recognize their academic and personal success and in establishing the importance of contributing back to the community.

The CECLI is a week long summer program hosted by the ASU Office of Public Affairs and Chávez Programs. The program works in conjunction with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Student Life, the Intergroup Relations Center and the Department of Chicano/a Studies to bring over 100 years of expertise to the program.

CECLI is recognized statewide by members of the Arizona State Legislators and the Hispanic Caucus, Los Abogados, Chicanos Por La Causa and Valle del Sol. The leadership institute is a no-cost program for participants because of generous funding from the Helios Education Foundation with support from Season for Sharing/Arizona Republic and Arizona State University.

The legacy, leadership and spirit of César E. Chávez is the infrastructure of the program. With the support of the César E. Chávez Foundation and members of the Chávez family, including his wife Helen, his legacy continues and the movement to fight for social justice through the efforts of the staff, volunteers and alumni of the César E. Chávez Leadership Institute rages on.

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Devils in Training is a follow-up program to the César E. Chávez Leadership Institute and targets participants of the institute, their parents, friends, and siblings. The program is held on campus two times per year; once during the fall semester and once in the spring. Representatives from various ASU departments provide additional information on the college experience such as financial aid, the application process, housing and student organizations. The Devils in Training sessions are meant to foster high school students’ successful transition to college.