“The Humble Tortilla” Celebrates Culture and Tradition at KCKCC

Renowned educator and cultural historian Gene Chávez presented "The Humble Tortilla / La Humilde Tortilla" Wednesday at the KCKCC Main Campus. This special event explored the rich history of the flour tortilla in Mexican American communities and delved into the story of Mexican immigration to Kansas and how the humble tortilla became a symbol of tradition and community. In addition to the presentation, there was a tortilla making demonstration.