AN EVENING WITH EDWARD JAMES OLMOS


The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez


Join us for a special screening of The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez, starring Cal State LA alumnus Edward James Olmos. This groundbreaking film tells the story of resilience and justice in the Mexican-American experience and remains a milestone in Chicanx storytelling.

The evening will begin with a special award presentation honoring Edward James Olmos with the Prism Award, followed by a conversation with Mr. Olmos and the Dean of the College of Arts & Letters reflecting on his impactful career, the influence of Cal State LA, and the power of community storytelling—culminating in a screening of The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez.


FRIDAY
OCTOBER 10, 2025

6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Prism Award and Conversation

6:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Film Screening

The Luckman Theatre
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032


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