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Friday, November 20: 2nd Annual Noche de Gala fundraiser – “Noche de Gala Tropical!”
2nd Annual Noche de Gala fundraiser – “Noche de Gala Tropical!”
Brought to you by: Culture & The Arts, Education, Mentoring & Youth
6:00 p.m. -1:00 a.m.
Renaissance Cleveland Hotel - 24 Public Square
Cleveland, Ohio
SPANISH AMERICAN COMMITTEE GALA FUNDRAISER TO FEATURE “QUEEN OF MERENGUE” MILLY QUEZADA
The Spanish American Committee (SAC) is proud to announce the 2nd Annual
Noche de Gala fundraiser – “Noche de Gala Tropical!”
It will feature Latin Grammy award-winning artist, Milly Quezada and her orchestra.
The Gala will also include a VIP Reception and Dinner, Evening Dance (with light meal),
silent auction, prize drawings, and more. Proceeds will directly support Spanish
American Committee programs and services.
Tickets to Noche de Gala Tropical are $55 (for admission to the Evening Dance that
includes a light meal) and $150 (includes admission to the VIP Dinner and Evening
Dance). For more information on “Noche de Gala Tropical”, including ticket information
and/or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Raisa Santana at 216-961-2100, e-mail:
RaisaS@spanishamerican.org or visit www.spanishamerican.org.
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Founded in 1966, The Spanish American Committee, for a better community, Corporation,
(here forth “Committee”) is the oldest and largest community based organization in
the state of Ohio offering bilingual programs and services. The Committee is an
United Way community partner agency, an affiliate member of the National Council
of La Raza, and a HUD Certified Housing Counseling Site. For over 43 years, the
Committee has offered programs and services consistent with the demands of our
consumers, focusing in five core program areas: Family Support, Early Childhood
Enrichment, Employment and Training, Pre to Post Homeownership, and Educational
Training. They currently serve over 7500 clients a year, 80% of whom are of
Hispanic/Latino decent, 10% African American, 5% Caucasian, and 5% other.
November 24-29: In the Heights Musical
 Ohio Theatre
39 E. State Street
IN THE HEIGHTS, winner of four 2008 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL!, is a sensational new show about chasing your dreams and finding your true home.
With an amazing cast, incredible Tony Award-winning dancing and a thrilling Tony Award-winning score, IN THE HEIGHTS is an exhilarating journey into a vibrant Manhattan community - a place where the coffee is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music.
Experience the next chapter of the classic American story at the most joyous, exciting and award-winning new musical on Broadway. Find out what it takes to make a living, what it costs to have a dream, and what it means to be home…IN THE HEIGHTS.
“A hit musical created by Latinos, featuring Latino actors, with Latin-American flags flying and rapid-fire Spanglish and reggaeton filling the air…”—Latina Magazine
“Broadway’s hottest, most street-savvy production in years”—Radar
Experience the next chapter of the classic American story at the most joyous, exciting and award-winning new musical on Broadway. Find out what it takes to make a living, what it costs to have a dream, and what it means to be home…In the Heights.
Save 25%
http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/rkdon0
Tues. & Wed., Nov. 24 and 25
Save 50%
http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/u5li1x
Thurs., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving Day)
Use the password MUSICAL at the prompt.
STUDENT RUSH OFFER! STUDENTS CAN SAVE 50% ON TICKETS TO ANY PERFORMANCE. JUST SHOW VALID STUDENT ID AT OHIO THEATRE TICKET OFFICE UP TO TWO HOURS BEFORE SHOW TIME. LIMIT OF TWO TICKETS.
*Discount valid on listed performances only. Offer not valid with others discounts or with previously purchased tickets.
For more information: http://www.capa.com/columbus/events/event.php?e=759
November 24: Cross-Cultural Misunderstandings in Plagiarism and Academic Integrity
Cross-Cultural Misunderstandings in Plagiarism and Academic Integrity
A performance designed to help international students gain a better
understanding of how academic misconduct cases are handled at Ohio State,
by relating the experiences of an international student facing allegations
of plagiarism.
11:30 a.m.
Bowen Theater at the Drake Union
All international students are invited to attend.
Sponsored by the Office of International Affairs and the Committee on Academic
Misconduct (COAM)
November 24: Alternative Thanksgiving/Harvest Dinner
Alternative Thanksgiving/Harvest Dinner
5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Women's Field House
This event is becoming a tradition for the American Indian Council and the
Multicultural Center to give American Indian/Indigenous students and
friends an alternative to celebrate harvest without celebrating a holiday
that has a checkered past in regards to Indigenous people in America.
Food that was indigenous to Ohio before the Indian Removal Act of 1830 which
removed virtually all Indigenous peoples from Ohio is served.
A powerpoint is shown to explain some of the issues with Thanksgiving.
All are welcome. Seating is limited, so please RSVP.
Contact Information
Candi Krisch (ckrisch@studentlife.osu.edu)
Phone: (614) 688-8449
November 24: Cincinnati Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2009 Gala
Cincinnati Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2009 Gala
6:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.
Millennium Hotel
150 W. 5th Street,
Downtown-Cincinnati, 45202
Chamber of Commerce 2009 Gala
Hosting the Ambassador of Peru
FOR RESERVATIONS AND SPONSORHIP INFORMATION
CALL THE OFFICE AT 513-366-2383
Or e-mail: office@hispanicchambercincinnati.com
Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA, Inc.
3805 Edwards Road, Suite 130
Cincinnati, OH 45209-1948
Tel: (513) 366-2383
Fax: (513) 351-6352
Email: office@hispanicchambercincinnati.com
Website: http://www.hispanicchambercincinnati.com
November 24: Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving Dinner
An annual event, Thanksgiving Dinner brings together more than 1,200 international
and American students not able to go home for the long holiday weekend.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
RPAC
Wednesday, December 2: São Paulo on the Big Screen --A Via Lactea / The Milky Way
 7:30 p.m.
180 Hagerty Hall
1775 College Road
Latin American Film Series
São Paulo on the Big Screen:
A Via Lactea / The Milky Way
Director Lima Chamie, 2007.
For more information: http://clas.osu.edu/filmSeries.php
A modern love story set in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America’s most populated city. Heitor (played by actor Marco Ricca of Romeo and Juliet Get Married) is a writer and professor of literature. Julia (Alice Braga of City of God and Solo Dios sabe) is a theatre student turned veterinarian. A fight over the telephone propels Heitor into a journey through the chaotic city streets to reconcile with Julia. Their personal history unfolds against the backdrop of the city and its people in a series of events representing the struggle between poetry and science. Cinematography portrays the movement of people in a metropolis of 30 million, juxtapositioning the stars above with faces of the individuals that Heitor meets on his journey. The soundtrack enlivens the film with a contrast of classical composers and contemporary artists such as Manu Chao.
-Sinopsys from: http://www.latinofilmfestival.org/2008/?p=70
Friday, December 11: International Student Graduation Reception
International Student Graduation Reception
All graduating international students are invited to this reception. Every
graduating student will be introduced at the reception and presented with
a commemorative Ohio State pin in recognition of their graduation.
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Area on Campus: Mack International Dining Hall
Contact: Office of International Affairs
Saturday, December 12: Winter Involvement Fair Registration deadline
Winter Involvement Fair Registration open
Join us on January 14th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. in Knowlton Hall to Warm up at the
Winter Involvement Fair.
This is a great opportunity for student
organizations to look for new members and promote upcoming programs.
Student organizations can register by e-mailing Amy Loy at Loy.39@osu.edu.
Tables will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis and space is
limited to the first 100 organizations to respond. All organizations are
welcome to register, but must have “Active” status to be confirmed.
Registration is open now and closes on December 4 or when capacity is reached.
Visit our website at
http://ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/events_winter_involvement.asp for more information.
Saturday, December 12: Mario Lanza Tribute
Mario Lanza Tribute
The artistry of singing sensation Mario Lanza will be re-lived with a
special tribute concert performed by renowned tenors Eduardo Villa,
Randolph Locke and Gerard Powers. Rare performance video of this legendary
tenor will also be used to celebrate Mario Lanza’s music.
8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Palace Theatre
Tickets Available Soon!
Website: Opera Columbus
Ticket Price: $10
Release Date: 11/24/2009 5:00:00 PM
Thursday, December 31: New Year's Eve Party
New Year's Eve Party
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
RPAC
free admission campus event attended by more than 1,000 international
and American students, and a growing number of faculty, staff, alumni,
and families coming on campus to celebrate the new year. There will be a
wide variety of activities (swimming, ping pong, basketball, badminton,
children's activities) and more at the RPAC, in addition to the tradition
of music from around the world, dancing and the count-down in Times Square
live as we approach Midnight. This is family-friendly, alcohol-free event.
Sunday, January 10: Grupo de Rua "H 3"
Grupo de Rua "H 3"
"Beltrao's most complex and compelling work to date...H 3 is often spectacular
because of its highly energetic flow."-Corpus
Rising Brazilian talent Bruno Beltrao is a young choreographer based in Rio de
Janeiro who infuses contemporary dance strategies with hip-hop attitude and
action and has quickly become an international sensation. For his latest work,
H 3, Beltrão and Grupo de Rua-his impressive company of nine male performers-subvert
the hip-hop clichés of showy acrobatic displays and macho stances. In their more
nuanced approach, breakdance-accented footwork evolves into a pulsating rhythmic
base, building an ambient minimalist structure in a series of electrifying duets
and ensemble sections. Grupo de Rua's performances have thrilled savvy audiences
around the world and will captivate dance fans here too.
Funded in part by the National Dance Project of the New England Foundation for
the Arts, with lead funding from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and
additional funding from the Ford Foundation, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation,
and the Community Connections Fund of the MetLife Foundation.
7:00 p.m.
Drake Performance & Event Center Thurber Theater
614-292-3535
http://www.wexarts.org/pa/index.php?eventid=4075
Monday, January 11: What’s Your Story? – Lecture Series
What’s Your Story? – Lecture Series
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: TBD
This series highlights Ohio State Faculty and their research around Social Justice and Identity. Each lecture will be complemented by a book chosen by the lecturer. The books are distributed on a first come first served basis to those who rsvp and attend the event.
January: Lecture by Dr. Tarunjit Butalia in the Department of Engineering. Discussing the topic of "Religious Diversity : Where do we go from here?"
Contact Information
Contact: TJ Stewart (tstewart@studentlife.osu.edu)
Phone: (614) 688-8449
Tuesday, January 12: Go There! Dialogue
Go There!
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Hillel
Student Activity Center
46 E. 16th Ave.
Go There! is a spirited monthly dialogue exploring contemporary issues
including but not limited to racism, sexism, classism and heterosexism.
These dialogues engage students to experience a lively dialogue on topics
intended to broaden understandings of identity, culture and social justice.
Contact Information
Contact: Kerra Carson
kcarson@studentlife.osu.edu
Phone: (614) 688-8449
Thursday, January 14: Winter Involvement Fair
Winter Involvement Fair
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Knowlton Hall
Warm up at the
Winter Involvement Fair.
This is a great opportunity for student
organizations to look for new members and promote upcoming programs.
Tuesday, January 19: Y tu quien Eres?
Y tu quien Eres?
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Faculty Club
Lunch discussions about Latino Issues
Contact: Indra Leyva-Santiago
ileyvasantiago@studentlife.osu.edu
Phone: (614) 688-8449
Wednesday, January 27: Environmental Career Expo
Environmental Career Expo
We are hosting the Environmental Career Expo in the Ag Admin Auditorium.
We have been hosting this event for more than 15 years and have opened up to
the greater university student population who may be interested in environmental
/ green jobs. In addition, we will be hosting a meet and greet with the employer
along with alumni from the School of Environment and Natural Resources who are
currently working in the field.
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ag Admin Auditorium
Contact: Trish Raridan Preston
614.688.5665
How to prepare:
* Write your resume
* Bring information
Resume, references, unofficial transcripts, etc.
* Look at the companies attending and make of list which ones you want
to talk to and find out about the company
* Attend workshops
At Expo
* Dress professionally (business casual, business professional)
* Talk to all the employers on your list
* Exchange contact information
* Sign up for interviews
Expo Follow-up
* If you have an interview-don't forget about it
* Send a thank you to the employers you talked to
Do this within a week after expo and refer to your conversation, and
send your resume with it.
This will help jog the employers memory
Friday, January 29: Taste of OSU
Taste of OSU
An evening of international food, desserts and cultural performances for
the campus community.
Food tickets available to purchase.
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
RPAC
Thursday, February 18: Y tu quien eres?
Y tu quien eres?
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Faculty Club
Lunch discussions about Latino Issues
Contact: Indra Leyva-Santiago
ileyvasantiago@studentlife.osu.edu
Phone: (614) 688-8449
Tuesday, April 13: DanceBrazil
DanceBrazil
8:00 p.m.
Ohio Theatre
For more than thirty years, DanceBrazil has thrilled audiences across
the US and throughout the world with its dazzling artistry inspired
by the cultural tapestry of Brazil. Whether in the streets or on stage
in the most prestigious theaters, the dancers and musicians of
DanceBrazil never fail to enthrall audiences with their unique fusion
of Afro-Brazilian movement, contemporary dance, and Capoeira, the traditional
dance/martial arts form that had its origins in Africa and evolved in
colonial Brazil as a means of fighting enslavement. This Caliente Series
performance is made possible through the generous support of the Hyatt
on Capitol Square and series sponsors David and Mo Meuse.
Visit the CAPA website for more details.
Sunday, May 2: Poncho Sanchez
Poncho Sanchez
Jazz
8:00 p.m.
Lincoln Theatre
Poncho Sanchez learned from the masters. As a youngster, he played
alongside Cal Tjader, Claire Fisher, and Mongo Santamaria. Now as
a bandleader for almost two decades, he has unswervingly preserved a
bedrock style of Afro-Cuban Latin jazz pioneered half a century ago by
his heroes, while infusing it with his own fresh and engaging interpretations.
Presented in association with The King Arts Complex, this Caliente Series
performance is made possible through the generous support of Univar and series
sponsors David and Mo Meuse.
Friday
, June 11: Latino Graduation Celebration
Latino Graduation Celebration
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Ohio Union
The Ohio State University Multicultural Center is hosting the inaugural
Latino Graduation Ceremony. During this intimate ceremony we will be
recognizing the accomplishments of the OSU Latina/o graduates. We are
inviting members of their families, university & college faculty, community
and student leaders.
Contact: Indra Leyva-Santiago
ileyvasantiago@studentlife.osu.edu
(614) 688-8449
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
CS 544/ENG 588 Latino/a Literature and Culture: African Diaspora and Latinidad
Winter 2010, MW 1:30 – 3:18 P.M., 060 Science and Engineering Library, Winter 2010, Sec 25978
Latino/as are frequently imagined as descendents of European and Indian peoples, while Latin America is figured as a home to mestizos, Indians and whites, yet African diasporic communities and influences are present throughout Latin America and among Latino/as in the U.S., making the latter a multi-racial population. This course will explore literature and visual culture by and about African Diasporan Latino/as and consider the place of African Diaspora in Latinidad.
Comparative Studies 242: Introduction to Latino/a Studies
Winter 2010, MW 9:30 a.m. – 11:18 a.m., Sec 7212
This course provides an introduction to the field of Latino/a Studies. Students will explore the cultures, experiences, histories, languages and arts of Latino/a peoples in the United States; examine the creation of Latino/a Studies as a field; and survey some of the key issues and debates within Latino/a Studies. Surveying the historical and current efforts of Latino/as in the legal, religious, political, literary and artistic arenas will allow students to better understand and appreciate the visions of this American community.
Multicultural Center is seeking students for InterGroup Dialogue Courses
Multicultural Center is seeking students for InterGroup Dialogue Courses
The Multicultural Center's InterGroup Dialogue (IGD) courses are 3-credit
courses designed to bring together students from different social identity
groups in a sustained and facilitated learning environment. IGD engages
students to explore issues of diversity and inequality and their personal
and social responsibility for building a more just society. To enroll in an
InterGroup Dialogue course, email Jennifer Nakhla, jnakhla@studentlife.osu.edu,
for an enrollment request form. You will be notified by Multicultural Center
about the status of your enrollment request. Once your request is granted, you
will be able to register for the course.
TRACCS: Who is BART?
Who is BART?
Do you like people? Do you want to do some good? Are you a fan preventing hateful
and bias related acts? If so, you should check out the Bias Assessment and Response
Team (BART) at http://studentlife.osu.edu/bias or contact Bowen Marshall at bmarshall@studentlife.osu.edu for more information!
We are here to help if you have had the unfortunate experience of either witnessing or being the victim of a hate or bias-related incident. This site was designed so that not only could you report such an incident to our team of first-responders, but also so that you could review university responses to other similar incidents. We believe that in order to affect the culture that allows these actions to occur, we must be open and transparent in both our reporting and handling of them.
We also are a resource for anyone who wants to examine the issues of bias and racism, and have provided many links to campus, state, and local departments and agencies for you to explore further.
Whatever your reasons for visiting this site, we sincerely hope that you leave it with the sense that Ohio State is committed to creating an environment that is open and welcoming to all races and cultures.
TRACCS: 6-week intensive summer research training program for minority students
Are you a member of an underrepresented racial or ethnic group?
Are you interested in communication sciences and disorders, psychology, medicine,
physics, linguistics, physiology, engineering, biology, sociology, anthropology,
or other similar fields?
Have you ever considered pursuing a career in research?
If "yes" then TRACCS is a great program for you!!
TRACCS is a 6-week intensive summer research training program for minority students
(African American, Latino, Asian American and American Indian/Native American)
interested in pursuing research doctoral degrees and establishing research careers
in the field of communication sciences and disorders.
• Conduct original research with a faculty mentor • Learn the ins and outs of graduate
school and research careers • Receive guidance preparing applications to doctoral
programs
Location: Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana
Dates: May 24– July 2, 2010
Costs: No application or enrollment fees.
*Travel reimbursement, room & board are provided to admitted applicants.
Applications Due: March 1, 2010
For information and application forms - visit our website:
www.indiana.edu/~sphs/traccs
For more information, contact:
Raquel Anderson, Ph.D.
raanders@indiana.edu
812-855-4161
Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences
812-855-4202
TRACCS is funded by the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences,
Indiana University – Bloomington.
Latino/a Studies Minor available at OSU
Latino/a Studies Minor
The minor in Latino/a Studies explores the social, cultural
and historical realities facing Latinos/as residing in the
United States as well as how such realities interface with
those of Central and Latin America and the Hispanophone
Caribbean. The minor attends to all variety of cultural
phenomena as well as social and historical event in the
Americas that inform the shaping of a pan-Latino identity
and experience.
The minor in Latino/a Studies requires 25 credit hours and
draws upon course work in several departments and
colleges. Students must choose one of the 3 focus areas
(Culture and Literature; History; and Social Issues) which
are comprised of a minor core, a focus core course and 15
elective hours. Minor course work may overlap with the
GEC where appropriate.
*Courses marked with an asterisk have variable topics.
Syllabi for these courses need approval from the minor
coordinator to count on the minor.
Choose one focus area to complete the minor:
Culture, Literature and Arts Focus
Students choosing this area will focus their coursework on the
various forms of creative expressions that have emerged from the
U.S. Latina/o community: literature, film, art, dance, theater, music,
comic books, and more. This might also occasion the exploration of
Latina/o cultural phenomena as it interfaces with that arising out of
communities in the Americas generally. Students will explore just
how such Latina/o cultural making and engaging is a means of
creative expression as well as a potential vehicle for social
transformation.
History Focus
This focus area will situate Latina/o history on the border between
U.S. and Latin American history. Students will learn about the
experiences of communities who had been rendered invisible by
canonical histories in the U.S. and Latin America. Moreover, they
will learn new methodologies for historical research and gain a
greater understanding of the relationship between history and
power.
Social Issues Focus
The emphasis of this focus area will be the current issues affecting
the Latina/o population in the U.S. These social issues (that stretch
across the Americas) may include, though are not limited to,
immigration, educational policy, language, labor, voting trends, etc.
Classes will require students to analyze current media reports about
the contemporary state of affairs in the Latina/o community and
place these reports within a broader historical backdrop.
Latino/a Studies Coordinating Advisor:
Frederick Aldama (aldama.1@osu.edu)
Department of English
421 Denney Hall
174 West 17th Avenue
(614) 292-6065
http://latino-astudies.osu.edu
Portuguese for Spanish speakers
Portuguese 501 WI 10: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30-3:18 p.m.
Portuguese 501 is an accelerated Portuguese language course designed for those who have a basic background in Spanish (Spanish 104), native speakers, or people who speak any romance language. In this course students will be able to develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in Portuguese as well as learn a great deal about the Brazilian culture. The course fulfills elective and language requirements for graduate and undergraduate students. It is conducted in Brazilian Portuguese.
Elementary Spanish Language in Quito: WI 10, SP 10, SU 10
Elementary Spanish Language in Quito: WI 10, SP 10, SU 10
Complete your language
requirement or take Spanish courses that may be applied to GECs or the International
Studies Major by taking two courses of elementary Spanish during one quarter of study
in Ecuador.
Courses are taught and graded by the staff at Andean Studies Program,
and a Resident Director from the school will be on hand to work with students.
Students will complete 10 credit hours of Spanish Language, depending on their
pre-departure level. Each language course is taken during a 5-week period in
Quito, and falls parallel to Ohio State’s offerings (102, 103, 104, 250, 302).
All students will take a 10-week, 5 credit hour course in English, Spanish 395:
Current Issues in Society, Culture, and Politics.
Contact info:
Elizabeth Angerman (angerman.6@osu.edu) Coordinator, Study Abroad
Volunteer opportunities: Health Screenings for Hispanics/Latinos in the Central Ohio Community
Our health and wellness team within the Department of Community
Partnerships at OhioHealth will be conducting community health
screenings on diabetes, hypertension, and breast cancer using our
Wellness on Wheels mobile unit. We will be targeting Hispanic and
African-American populations.
To enable us to provide culture-sensitive care, we are interested
to partner with various Latino organizations and provide community service volunteer opportunities for its members.
The community
health screenings will be done every other week during:
Wednesdays,
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Interested organizations and Spanish-speaking volunteers should contact Ms. Linda Ross for further information:
Ms. Linda Ross, MS, BSN, RN
Clinical Nurse Manager
OhioHealth Community Partnerships
(614) 544-4332
lross@ohiohealth.com
Off Campus Student Services: City Parking Permit Sale
Off Campus Student Services: City Parking Permit Sale
Representatives from the City of Columbus will be selling Residential
Parking Permits for those residing in the University District.
The City will be at the Off Campus Student Services (http://offcampus.osu.edu/) office from
Sept. 16th to Sept. 23rd (M-F Only)
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For more information,
contact Dilnavaz Cama.1@osu.edu or 614-292-0100.
Intergroup Dialogue Course (EDU P&L 270.04)
The Multicultural Center is excited to introduce...
Intergroup Dialogue Course (EDU P&L 270.04)
Intergroup Dialogue (IGD) courses are two-credit courses
designed to bring together students from different social
identity groups in a sustained and facilitated learning environment.
IGD engages students to explore issues of diversity and inequality
and their personal and social responsibility for building a more just
society. This year's topics will include one course on race and the other
on gender.
To enroll in an intergroup dialogue:
Email Nicole Nieto, nieto.12@osu.edu, for an enrollment request form.
You will be notified by Multicultural Center (MCC) staff about the
status of your enrollment request.
Once your request is granted, you will be able to register for the
course.
Intergroup Dialogues are 2-credit courses carefully structured to
explore social group identity, conflict, community, and social justice.
Each intergroup dialogue involves identity groups defined by race,
ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic class, gender, sexual orientation,
or national origin. Each identity group is represented in the dialogue
by a balanced number of student participants, usually 5-8 participants
from each group. Trained facilitators-one from each represented identity
group-encourage dialogue rather than debate. Students examine and discuss
reading materials that address issues and experiences relevant to the groups
in the dialogue, in relation to both the University setting and general
society. Facilitators and participants explore similarities and differences
among and across groups, and strive toward building a multicultural and
democratic community.
President Barack Obama Appoints George Munoz
President Barack Obama Appoints George Munoz
The White House announced this week the appointment of George Munoz to the President's Commission on White House Fellowships. Munoz brings to the Commission 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors including: President of the Chicago Board of Education (1984-1986), Assistant Secretary and Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Treasury Department (1993-1997), and President and CEO of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (1997-2001).
Muñoz is presently a Principal and Co-founder of Muñoz Group Investment Banking, and a partner in the law firm of Tobin, Petkus & Muñoz. Previously he was an Associate and Partner at Mayer Brown and Platt (1980-1989), and a partner at Stevenson, Colling, & Munoz (1990-1993). Munoz was also Executive Vice Chair of the CFO Council of the Federal Government (1994-1997) and has served on the Governing Board of the Certified Financial Planners Board of Standards (2003-2005).
Munoz is extremely well educated, earning a B.A. from The University of Texas, a Master's of Law in Taxation from DePaul University in Chicago, an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, and a Juris Doctorate from Harvard School of Law. He is also a Certified Public Accountant.
Others appointed by the President to the Commission include former NBC News anchor Tom Brokaw, former presidential candidate Gen. Wesley Clark (Ret.), former U.S. Senator Tom Daschle, Carnegie Corporation of New York President Vartan Gregorian, and Latina entrepreneur Christy Haubegger.
The White House Fellowship is America's most prestigious program for leadership and public service, providing young individuals with experience working at the highest levels of the federal government. Fellows also participate in an education program consisting of roundtable discussions with renowned leaders from the private and public sectors and complete service activities throughout the year. Alumni of this non-partisan program include former Secretary of State General Colin Powell, retired U.S. Army General Wesley Clark, former HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros, and author Doris Kearns Goodwin.
"The President is to be commended on the selection of one of the most accomplished professionals in America today, a tremendous role model for young Latinos, and dedicated public servant", said USHLI President Dr. Juan Andrade.
Look through the International
Studies Career Library
You are also invited to stop by
the International Studies office, located in Room 33 Townshend Hall,
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (noon), and 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., to look through the INTERNATIONAL
STUDIES CAREER LIBRARY, which contains more than 100 career and job
publications!
The Hispanic College Fund scholarship program now accepting applications
The Hispanic College Fund scholarship program is now accepting applications!!
The program is open to students of Hispanic background majoring in business,
finance, accounting, computer science,computer engineering, IT, hospitality management,
hotel management, culinary, food & beverage, and many more! Scholarships awards are up
to $10,000. To read more about each program's requirements, please go to:
http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org
Emergency Aid/Loan for Enrolled Students
Emergency Aid/Loan for Enrolled Students
Ohio State will be offering additional emergency loans/ aid to students.
The University recently unveiled a series of steps to ensure all enrolled
students have the financial assistance necessary to enable them to complete
their degree programs.
A renewed, "Students First" commitment includes additional financial aid,
emergency loans and tuition assurances. It is designed to help students and
their families who face increased economic hardship as a result of the
recession and covers all currently enrolled students and those admitted for Fall 2009.
For more information, Students/Parents should contact the Student Financial Aid
Office at 1- 800-678-6440 and information can also be found at www.sfa.ohio-state.edu .
Multicultural Center Powwow Committee
Multicultural Center Powwow Committee
Two spots are open for students to join the 2009 Powwow Committee.
If you are interested, please email Candi Krisch, ckrisch@studentlife.osu.edu.
Meetings will begin this quarter.
Members needed for new organization - Project Nicaragua
Members needed for new organization - Project Nicaragua
My name is Stanley Park, I'm a 1st year medical student at OSU
and I want to start a chapter of a non-profit organization that
I co-founded at my undergraduate university. It's called Project
Nicaragua and this organization seeks to remove barriers to healthcare
in Nicaragua.
You can check out the work we have been doing these past
few years on our website www.projectnic.org. I am looking for a small
group of committed and competent student leaders who have a strong
curiosity for the field of medicine and global health. This group
will be an integral part of building this chapter from the ground up.
I believe this is a tremendous opportunity to take ownership of something new.
Contact: stanley.park@osumc.edu if you are interested.
Minority Undergraduate Research Opportunity
Minority Undergraduate Research Opportunity
Dr. Mark Moritz, Dept. of Anthropology, is offering undergraduate student
research training positions for minority students in the interdisciplinary
study of complex social-ecological systems. Students will design their own
independent research within the larger study of pastoral management of open
access in the Logone floodplain.
Students will be mentored at all stages of
the research cycle at OSU and in the field in Cameroon. In Cameroon, the
focus will be on training in data collection methods. At OSU, students
will have access to the projects’ lab facilities to learn and conduct
ethnographic, statistical and spatial analysis, multi-agent simulations,
and analytical modeling of complex social-ecological systems.
This opportunity is open to minority students from all disciplines in their
junior or senior year with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher.
To apply,
send a completed application form; unofficial transcript from each college
or university attended; a letter of recommendation; and, a statement describing
your reasons for applying for the Undergraduate Research Traineeship, your
relevant background, including previous work and research experience, and the
ways in which your areas of research interest are congruent with the project
(maximum 500 words) to:
Dr. Mark Moritz
Dept. of Anthropology
4034 Smith
Laboratory
174 W. 18th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210-1106.
For a more detailed description of this research opportunity and an application
go to
http://anthropology.osu.edu/docs/Moritz/undergraduate%20recruitment%20Mark%20Moritz.pdf.
For more information contact Dr. Moritz at moritz.42@osu.edu.
50 top journalism internship opportunities from NAHJ
Dear Student Members and Educational Leaders,
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) has compiled a list of
50 top journalism internship opportunities with looming deadlines. Don’t miss
out on this vital experience toward your journalism career. View the internships
at: http://www.nahj.org/educationalprograms/internships.shtml
Also, start getting ready for NAHJ’s 2009 Scholarship competition. We offer
several scholarships through our Rubén Salazar Scholarship Fund program. One
of NAHJ’s goals is to help more qualified Hispanic students move from the
classroom to the newsroom. NAHJ offers scholarships to college undergraduates
and graduate students pursuing careers as print, photo, broadcast or online
journalism. The deadline for NAHJ scholarship applications is April 3, 2009.
Applications will be available starting in January. Meanwhile, check out
details about the various scholarships and application requirements at
: http://www.nahj.org/educationalprograms/nahjscholarships.shtml
Remember, you must be a current NAHJ member to apply for scholarships. If you renew now at the student membership rate of $35, it’s good
through the end of 2009. Visit www.nahj.org for more information
and other member rates.
Have a great Fall y Buena Suerte,
The team at NAHJ
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Free financial help available through Student Wellness Center
Free financial help available through Student Wellness Center
Need help figuring out how to pay for school? Want to set up a
budget for next quarter, but don't know where to start? Scarlet & Gray Financial,
a free financial planning service offered at the Student Wellness Center can help.
Schedule your free appointment today at www.swc.osu.edu or call 292-4527.
Be a Volunteer Tutor with ColumbusReads
Be a Volunteer Tutor with ColumbusReads
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of ColumbusReads at Ohio
State by volunteering to tutor local kindergarten children
on literacy topics 1 hour per week.
Available tutoring times
are:
Tuesdays -- 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
Tuesdays -- 11:00 - 12:00 (noon)
Thursdays -- 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
Training is provided, and
transportation from campus is available for every tutoring session.
Tutoring begins October 7 and continues all year through May.
Sign up for one quarter, the whole year, or sign up to be a substitute
tutor for a smaller time commitment. Faculty, staff, and student
volunteers are welcome to participate.
Contact Jen Pelletier at pelletier.17@osu.edu or visit http://columbusreads.osu.edu to sign up.
Writing Center for help
Writing Center for help
The Writing Center offers free help with writing at any stage
of the writing process for any member of the university community.
Meet with a tutor in Mendenhall Labs or the Science & Engineering
Library for a face-to-face tutorial, or meet your tutor online at
a designated time to review your work using an instant messaging mechanism.
The Writing Center tutors help with a variety of writing, including
research papers, lab reports, dissertations, resumes, proposals, and
application materials; however, the Writing Center does not proofread.
Tutors will discuss grammar issues with you and give you advice on how
to proofread your own work. Visit The Writing Center web site for
additional writing resources.
More: cstw.osu.edu
International Student Volunteers (ISV)
 Amazing Travel Opportunity
International Student Volunteers (ISV) is looking for students from the Ohio State University to travel overseas this summer on its exciting volunteer and adventure programs.
Selected participants will have the opportunity to travel with a group of students from all over the world (18 years and over) on volunteer projects and adventure tours to either Australia, New Zealand, Costa Rica, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, Eastern Europe and South Africa. The standard program lasts for one month but some students elect to travel from two weeks up to three months.
Traveling alongside ISV trained project and tour leaders, students will spend the first two weeks volunteering in real hands on projects, in either social community development (improving the quality of impoverished villages, building houses for refugees, teaching children English etc) or conservation (working with endangered sea turtles, elephants and dolphins, ecosystem rehabilitation, environmental education etc).
The second two weeks will see participants launch into an adrenaline filled cultural and adventure tour of their chosen country, involving such activities as white water rafting, glacier climbing, waterfall rappelling, scuba diving and jungle kayaking.
ISV’s Campus Representative, Rachel Blakeman says the organization is looking for fun, outgoing students to partake in the highly sought after programs.
Jewel Romero from Ohio State University recently participated in the Dominican Republic program: “This trip went above and beyond my highest expectations. The lessons and new outlook on life I’ve gained was worth every penny. With this trip, I was able to visit an entire country and open my eyes as well as my heart. I fell so blessed to have been able to come.”
ISV is a not for profit organization that takes over 4000 students on its life changing programs every year. Its mission statement is “to combine education; conservation and recreation into the most incredible experience of a lifetime, while giving back to the local communities in the countries in which we are traveling.” Because ISV is a not for profit organization, students can offset the cost of the program through tax deductible sponsorship donations from the community.
Some students may also apply to receive academic credit for their participation in the ISV program as there is a strong educational element throughout the entire trip.
More information on the program can also be found at www.isvonline.org
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For more information, please contact:
Rachel Blakeman
American Campus Representative
International Student Volunteers
Cell: 617 710 3154
Office: 714 779 7392
E-mail: rachysita@hotmail.com
Website: www.isvonline.org
Dejavu Every Friday
Te invitamos Todos lo Viernes del año al
Restaurante Bohemio's ubicado en el
199 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH 43201
(614)429 6008
http://www.bohemiosrestaurant.com/
La entrada es Gratuita y el concierto va de 7:00 a 9:00 PM (Kique Acústico)
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We would like to invite you Dejavu Every Friday through the year
to Bohemio's Restaurant located at
199 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH 43201
(614)429 6008
http://www.bohemiosrestaurant.com/
The cover is Free and the show goes from 7:00 to 9:00 PM (Kique Acústico)
Gracias!!!
MUCH (LATIN) LOVE
DEJAVU LATIN FUSION RHYTHMS
http://www.dejavulatinfusion.com
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dejavulfr
Multicultural Cuisine Club
Options to get involved at Ohio State:
Multicultural Cuisine Club
It shall be the purpose and objective of the Multicultural Cuisine Club (MCC) to create opportunities for students, faculty, and any individuals who are interested in the richness and diversity of cooking and eating. Morever, to promote the interaction and exchange of new ideas and culture about cuisine between all students and faculty at Ohio State University. In order to satisfy these goals, the members of MCC will work together to achieve a greater understanding through cooking demonstrations, tasting, exposure, and any other related activities as requested. In so promoting the variety of cooking and eating, all business shall be conducted apolitically.
Primary Leader: Sakiko Endo endo.11@osu.edu
Treasurer Leader: Mandy Chong chong.44@osu.edu
Advisor: Anthony Roberto roberto.14@osu.edu
http://mcc.org.ohio-state.edu/pages/about.php
2009 – 2010 Fulbright Scholar Program
2009 – 2010 Fulbright Scholar Program
The following Fulbright programs currently seeking applications are Distinguished
Chairs Program, Traditional Scholar Program, and Senior Specialists Program
Application Deadline: varies for each individual program
For more information and deadline dates, please visit:
http://oia.osu.edu/content/view/417/380/
For questions, please contact: Joanna Kukielka-Blaser at kukielka-blaser.1@osu.edu
Gateway to Latin America Two Site Study Abroad Program
Gateway to Latin America Two Site Study Abroad Program
Syracuse University
Cuenca, Ecuador and Santiago, Chile
For more information, please visit: http://suabroad.syr.edu, or email director of programs Sue Shane at sshane@syr.edu
Nisonger Center Dental Program OSU offeres services to hispanics
En Nisonger Center Dental Program OSU, es increible la cantidad de pacientes
hispanos (70%) que atendemos, e incluso prestamos servicio de ayuda dental mutua
a aquellos pacientes que no tienen seguro dental que la gran mayoria son hispanos.
La Clinica Dental Pediatrica esta localizada en el Franklin
County Board of Mental Retardation. Ofrecemos servicios a pacientes con
discapacidades, y en ambos idiomas (ingles y espanol). En el Staff hay 2 latinos:
Dr Diego Solis y Karin Xander, empleados de OSU.
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At Nisoger Center Dental Program OSU, there is an incledible number of hispanic
patients (70%) received to whom dental service aid is given despite the lack of
dental insurance, a great number of whom are hispanic.
The Pediatric Dental clinic is located in Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation.
Services to patients with disabilities are offered, in both, English and
Spanish. There are two Latinos on staff: Dr. Diego Solis and Karin Xander, both
OSU employees.
The Ohio Hispanic Coalition seeks volunteers
The Ohio Hispanic Coalition is seeking volunteers to assist with their after
school program.
They are in need of volunteers:
Monday- Friday / 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Volunteers assist children with reading, writing, and some math. Some knowledge
of the Spanish language is helpful, but not necessary. The Ohio Hispanic Coalition
is located at 3556 Sullivant Avenue. The building is accessible by bus but own
transportation is preferable. Please contact Vicki Pitstick at Pitstick.10@osu.edu if you are interested in this opportunity.
Financial Education
The Student Wellness Center offers many programs and services to help students learn more about creating a personal budget, paying off credit card debt, obtaining a credit report, and much more.
For more information: http://swc.osu.edu/financial-education-and-counseling/
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