HorCHATa: A Counterstory about a Mexican-based Student Organization as a Counter-space at a Predominantly White University

This article utilizes critical race theory counterstorytelling to tell a story about ¡Poder Xicanx!, Mexican-based student organization at private, predominantly white university in the Northeast of United States. Drawing on in-depth interviews, participant observations, pláticas, and document analysis, I educational experiences 20 Mexican/Mexican American/Xicanx (MMAX) undergraduate students who participated Xicanx!. Specifically, argue that Xicanx! functions as counter-space, which is site or space where MMAX can challenge stereotypes, deal with racism, empower one another. Moreover, also highlight fact allows for members create home away from home, sustain practice their cultural ties, collectively build consciousness.