Trending Topics: Who is Tejano Jack?
Mar 24, 2011
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This morning, El Paso Community College announced the arrival of the school’s new mascot- Tejano Jack.
The El Paso Times added that that T.J. wants to be the face of the school- as well of the face of local Tejanos and Tejanas. We’re wondering what your thoughts are on the mascot’s new look and feel.
Also- do you think the emphasis on Tejanos and Tejanas leaves certain groups of students feeling alienated or disconnected from the school’s identity?
(Rudy Gutierrez/El Paso) Additional Photo Credit-The El Paso Times
I personally do not attend EPCC, but I am not ‘diggin’ the mascot (but it won’t bother me). El Paso is a town known as a great place to reside in as a retiree. Most retirees have too much time in their hands. I can almost foretell what will happen; SoMeONE will definitely complain about discrimination of some sort =(
I disagree with Gaby. El Paso is known for its strong Tejano heritage. If you grew up in El Paso (whether you’re white, black, mexican, asian, etc.) You know the heritage and it becomes a part of you. If you grew up outside of ElPaso and you came to the Sun City, you’d already know about the heritage (and if you didn’t you’d find out quick). Tejanos (and Tejanas) welcome EVERYONE with open arms. I love T.J. He’s great, and he’ll do a lot soon so keep an eye out for him!