American literature--Mexican American authors

This collection includes materials related to the research, writing and publication of the book Las Tejanas(2003). It contains extensive biographical, topical, and audio-visual materials collected during the research and writing of the book, correspondence and documentation of Acosta and Winegarten's collaboration and writing process, and materials related to the publication of the book.

Papers of Dr. Carlos Morton, a Mexican American playwright and professor, includes scripts (published and unpublished), essays, production ephemera, correspondence, and other related materials created between 1960 and 2020. The collection represents Dr. Morton's many published works, including The Many Deaths of Danny Rosales and Johnny Tenorio, as well as his education and positions at various academic and cultural arts institutions.

Personal papers of activist Chicano poet Ricardo Sánchez reflect his writing and community involvement.

Personal papers of Teresa Palomo Acosta, Tejana poet, historian, author, and activist. Included are biographical and family materials, written works, correspondence, academic papers and programs, photographs, CDs, audiocassettes, and born digital materials.