All Bulldog alumni and community friends are welcome to join us! Reach out to us to
discover ways to volunteer and stay connected. Don't forget to check us out on social
media to stay up-to-date with our latest events and activities.
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2023-24 officers
Manuel Olgin, Jr. | President
Johnny Baltierra | Vice President
Rocio Solis | Secretary
Josie Almeida | Treasurer
Estella Saldivar | Campus Liaison
Tom Uribes | Communications Director
Frances Pena-Olgin | Development Director
Tony Garduque | Scholarship Director
Guadalupe Olgin | Historian
VIVA Dogs tailgates
Chicano Latino Commencement Celebration
Previously known as the Chicano Alumni Ceremony, the bilingual/bicultural ceremony
was established in 1977 and was the first individual recognition ceremony on campus.
Now, the celebration is one of the largest events of its kind on campus.
Book Club readings
Month book club that focus on Latin@ authors
Rojo Fridays
Networking and other activities central to raising funds for academic scholarships
Scholarship Endowment and Awards Banquet
The Chicano Alumni Club is dedicated to providing meaningful engagement of alumni
and friends of Fresno State. With the fundraising efforts of volunteers and community
donors, we are able to support student success and keep our alumni connected.
Make a Gift Today!
Chicano Alumni Scholarship
The Chicano Alumni Club Scholarship Endowment is dedicated towards awarding perpetual
scholarships to students who have excelled academically and provided leadership and
community service. The club has raised over $60,000 towards this goal through the
ongoing efforts of the club’s strong leadership.
Edie Benites Memorial Scholarship Fund
Demonstrated interest and/or volunteering with the Mexican-American, Latino, Chicano,
and/or Hispanic communities. Preference given to Parlier High School graduates, preference
in STEM and/or social sciences.
Support Our Student Scholarships Today!