Welcome to our new Comunicado! This space is for you, the student, faculty and staff member. Feel free to print it out and allow all to read it.
Remember, too, that without your participation, there is no Comunicado.
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS5 will be taking their viewers on a trip through East San Jose.
Did you watch it?
By the way, on the show, Candelario Franco was the main man talking about the history of East San Jose.
Dr. Juan Necochea gave a blurb about NHU, Dr. Cruz, and the Debate Team.
WAY TO GO!!
Local Home Depot Partners with LCPA
Approximately 50 volunteers from San Jose area Home Depot stores, as well as volunteers from The Latino College Preparatory Academy (LCPA) joined forces to enhance LCPA’s Go Green Project. The project included the construction of two green houses, planter beds and installation of a drip irrigation system to help with the schools ecology program. All materials used for the project are from local Home Depot stores.
To those who were there to help or to cheer, thank you!
Many of the Home Depot volunteers took time off from work to help beautify LCPA. They came from places like Salinas, Morgan Hill,etc.
Thank you once again for joining us. We should have pictures next week.
NHU and NASA to sign MOU
NASA AMES and NHU will sign a memorandum of understanding this Friday, September 26th.
Our partnership with NASA AMES started in 1997 when we signed our first MOU together. We are excited at the new prospects of our growing relationship.
Si Se Puede!
NHU New Hire
Lilian Zelaya – has joined the Trio Staff as an Educational Talent Search Advisor for Middle School Students. She hails from the east coast having been raised in New York and El Salvador. She is Colombian and Salvadorian. She is the first in her family to obtain a BA and MA. LIlian is a proud alumni from TRIO which helped her pursue higher education. She has earned a BA in Psychology from Sonoma State University and an MA in Social Work from SJSU.
With these 2 degrees, she feels a responsibility to serve her community and be a role model to students who need a mentor.
She has a firm belief that every single student has the capacity to achieve higher education.
She is located on the first floor so stop by and introduce yourself. Make a new friend!
EVENTS AT NHU
OCTOBER 18th at 6:30 pm – Grupo Teatral Corazón Latino will present the documentary: Nuestras Raices – powerful, touching, disturbing. Come to know about what you didn’t learn in school.
A donation of $10.00 for adults and $8.00 for students is greatly appreciated.
For information call: 408-661-6186 or 258-4598
NO children under 13 will be admitted. Child care will be provided.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
NHU COMUNICADO July 28th
The countdown begins…….in 1 week, classes begin! Are you ready?
Have you seen a strange young man walking around? Don’t be alarmed! He’s our new Director of Recruitment and Outreach, Agustin Cervantes. Please stop by his temporary cubicle on the 3rd floor, next to Jesse Rizzo and introduce yourself. AGUSTIN! WELCOME!!
Did you come in this morning missing your burrito? (I sure did!) Heavenly Brew will be closed this week as Teresa is preparing her marketing campaign and will have a long awaited, formal grand opening on August 4th. Look for some surprises!
Congratulations to all GED and Computer Skills students! With hard work and making time from work and family, they completed their courses and received their certificates on Thursday. What an accomplishment and what a great time had by all!
UNIVISION, AL DESPERTAR! Will be on campus on Thursday, July 31st. They will be interviewing Faculty, Staff and Students for a program that will be about NHU. It will be in Spanish so if you have a good word to put in, please step up to the mic!
LIBRARY NEWS
The library is selling used textbooks & books in Spanish for 25 cents each! Now is the time to help the Library and widen your horizons!
Don’t forget to stop by and check out the Town Hall Meeting informative boards. See our successes!
CALLING ALL STUDENTS!! (FACULTY…MAKE SURE TO SHARE WITH YOUR NEW STUDENTS)
Have you seen a strange young man walking around? Don’t be alarmed! He’s our new Director of Recruitment and Outreach, Agustin Cervantes. Please stop by his temporary cubicle on the 3rd floor, next to Jesse Rizzo and introduce yourself. AGUSTIN! WELCOME!!
Did you come in this morning missing your burrito? (I sure did!) Heavenly Brew will be closed this week as Teresa is preparing her marketing campaign and will have a long awaited, formal grand opening on August 4th. Look for some surprises!
Congratulations to all GED and Computer Skills students! With hard work and making time from work and family, they completed their courses and received their certificates on Thursday. What an accomplishment and what a great time had by all!
UNIVISION, AL DESPERTAR! Will be on campus on Thursday, July 31st. They will be interviewing Faculty, Staff and Students for a program that will be about NHU. It will be in Spanish so if you have a good word to put in, please step up to the mic!
LIBRARY NEWS
The library is selling used textbooks & books in Spanish for 25 cents each! Now is the time to help the Library and widen your horizons!
Don’t forget to stop by and check out the Town Hall Meeting informative boards. See our successes!
CALLING ALL STUDENTS!! (FACULTY…MAKE SURE TO SHARE WITH YOUR NEW STUDENTS)
THE STUDENT AMBASSADOR’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Fifteen NHU students served as student ambassadors last year. Our ambassadors received a full scholarship for tuition in exchange for ten hours service to the university per week. The program involved all three floors of the university. The Office of Financial Aid monitored the awards, the Scholarship Committee provided oversight, and Michael Ramirez and Tony Fuentes managed the assignments. Each ambassador was assigned to a faculty or staff member to serve the required hours. Ten of the fifteen students improved their GPA’s while serving as ambassadors, and the other five maintained their already high GPA’s. The ambassadors served NHU in the following ways:
Fifteen NHU students served as student ambassadors last year. Our ambassadors received a full scholarship for tuition in exchange for ten hours service to the university per week. The program involved all three floors of the university. The Office of Financial Aid monitored the awards, the Scholarship Committee provided oversight, and Michael Ramirez and Tony Fuentes managed the assignments. Each ambassador was assigned to a faculty or staff member to serve the required hours. Ten of the fifteen students improved their GPA’s while serving as ambassadors, and the other five maintained their already high GPA’s. The ambassadors served NHU in the following ways:
1. Served in the President’s Office
2. Worked in the library
3. Coached the debate team
4. Participated in college fairs
5. Gave high school presentation
6. Served at university events
7. Gave campus tours
8. Assisted with helping students apply to university
9. Held their own workshop for the ALAS Conference
10. Served as models for NHU collateral
11. Spoke about their experience at NHU at various functions
12. Helped out with the Upward Bound program
13. Attended Workshops
The university will continue the program for the next academic year (2008-2009). Let Takeo Kubo know if you are interested in participating, either as a student or faculty/staff. A special thanks to Michael Ramirez who suggested the program in order to help students work fewer hours off campus to pay for their educations. The idea worked!TRiO / Pre-COLLEGE
We are currently recruiting new students for the 2008-2009 academic year. Please refer new and or transfer students to our office to learn about the program services. For more information contact Martha Escalera at (408) 273-2709, or maescalera@nhu.edu.
Freshman Orientation July 30th from 10am -2pm in Library. Stop and welcome all Freshman. They are now part of our FAMILIA.
NHU EVENTS
Come to campus on August 2nd for a KERMESS on Bustos Plaza. There will be Mexican food (tortas, tacos, tamales, tinga) and some wonderful entertainment, including our own BREEANNIA DALTON, Geneva Smith’s daughter. Come and cheer her on! The event is ongoing from 9:00 am – 8:00 pm. Hope to see you here!
On that same day, San Jose Hispanic Employee's Association of PG&E will be in one of our classrooms for their scholarship ceremony.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
NHU Comunicado
Here are the latest news:
NOMINATIONS
We have 2 opportunities for recognition of local Latinos:
KQED is seeking nominations for Bay Area Local Heroes for Latino Heritage Month in September. We are looking for individuals who have demonstrated leadership and a strong commitment to community service. The selected heroes will be recognized on KQED Public Television 9, on our Web site and at a community celebration on Wednesday, September 3, 2008. To find out more about KQED Heritage Months, please visit www.kqed.org/heritage.
Johnny V's
31 E Santa Clara St., SJ Califas
Student Success Program
We are currently recruiting new students for the 2008-2009 academic year. Please refer new and or transfer students to our office to learn about the program services. For more information contact Martha Escalera at (408) 273-2709, or maescalera@nhu.edu.
The EETS Program which began its summer academic enrichment program on June 30th will be coming to an end on July 25th. Twenty incoming freshmen from schools in San Jose came together to get math and English preparation. We wish them luck and hope they enjoyed their stay at NHU.
Marketing Info
Dear NHU Familia,
I want to thank you all for allowing me to share some of the campaign elements that we have executed on behalf of NHU.
As, mentioned I am following up with the link to YouTube so that you can preview the commercial, if you haven't yet done so. The link is at the bottom of the page.
I look forward to continuing with phase two and incorporating some of the ideas the were discussed in the town hall meeting.
I will look to increasing the font size on some of the graphics, and developing out more of the academic programs offered at NHU in future pieces and work in some more diversity of students within the context of a Latino serving campus.
Special Projects – Community Education
Events:
Upcoming Ceremony of Recognition – July 24, 2008
We would like to extend an invitation to our Familia to our First Ceremony of Recognition of the GED Program and Computer Class Skills Class this July 24 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. It will be held at Bustos Plaza.
Come and join us to celebrate and share the joy of this Ceremony as we honor the hard work, effort and determination of these amazing men and women.
Please RSVP with Sandra Jimenez at sjimenez@nhu.edu or ext. 2207
Classes:
NOMINATIONS
We have 2 opportunities for recognition of local Latinos:
KQED is seeking nominations for Bay Area Local Heroes for Latino Heritage Month in September. We are looking for individuals who have demonstrated leadership and a strong commitment to community service. The selected heroes will be recognized on KQED Public Television 9, on our Web site and at a community celebration on Wednesday, September 3, 2008. To find out more about KQED Heritage Months, please visit www.kqed.org/heritage.
MAIZ (Movimiento de Accion Inspirando Servicio) 3rd Annual Frida Kahlo July 25th, After Party & Award Nomination
The Third Annual Frida Kahlo Fund raiser
Friday, July 25th
6:31pm-8:46pm
510 South First St SJ CA 95112
Johnny V's
31 E Santa Clara St., SJ Califas
Student Success Program
We are currently recruiting new students for the 2008-2009 academic year. Please refer new and or transfer students to our office to learn about the program services. For more information contact Martha Escalera at (408) 273-2709, or maescalera@nhu.edu.
The EETS Program which began its summer academic enrichment program on June 30th will be coming to an end on July 25th. Twenty incoming freshmen from schools in San Jose came together to get math and English preparation. We wish them luck and hope they enjoyed their stay at NHU.
Marketing Info
Dear NHU Familia,
I want to thank you all for allowing me to share some of the campaign elements that we have executed on behalf of NHU.
As, mentioned I am following up with the link to YouTube so that you can preview the commercial, if you haven't yet done so. The link is at the bottom of the page.
I look forward to continuing with phase two and incorporating some of the ideas the were discussed in the town hall meeting.
I will look to increasing the font size on some of the graphics, and developing out more of the academic programs offered at NHU in future pieces and work in some more diversity of students within the context of a Latino serving campus.
Saludos,
David OcampoSpecial Projects – Community Education
Events:
Upcoming Ceremony of Recognition – July 24, 2008
We would like to extend an invitation to our Familia to our First Ceremony of Recognition of the GED Program and Computer Class Skills Class this July 24 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. It will be held at Bustos Plaza.
Come and join us to celebrate and share the joy of this Ceremony as we honor the hard work, effort and determination of these amazing men and women.
Please RSVP with Sandra Jimenez at sjimenez@nhu.edu or ext. 2207
Classes:
Now enrolling for our upcoming GED and Computer classes
We are starting our new round of classes this August. We are going to offer the following classes:
| Class | Schedule | Start |
| GED (in English) | TBD | First week of August (Tentative) |
| GED (in Spanish) | Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Saturdays 9:00am-3:30pm | First week of August (Tentative) |
| Computer Class (Spanish) | Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Saturdays 9:00am-3:30pm | First week of September |
Please help us directing anyone interested in these programs to the 3rd floor with Sandra (2208) or Gloria (2207). Thank you.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Extreme Science Program is looking for NHU students with any science, math, engineering, or teaching experience. Teachers (NHU students) are needed for the academic year 2008-09 to help teach LCPA students in the after school science –enrichment program. NHU students interested in teaching will have to commit to working Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:50pm to 4:20pm. – WE WILL PAY AND TRAIN YOU!
The Extreme Science Program is an after school program for LCPA students providing hands-on training and experience in science, engineering and careers. Activities include electronics, nutrition, ecology, rockets, and solar energy. Students will participate in scuba diving classes and fieldtrips throughout the year.
Two new videos:
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
NHU Comunicado
I’m sure you all received an email with the schedule for the radio and TV spots. If you do not live in the area….here is the link for the spot. Don’t forget, we’d love your feedback! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmjElcBmnBU
PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS
The Student Success Program is currently recruiting new students for the 2008-2009 academic year. Please refer new and or transfer students to our office to learn about the program services. For more information contact Martha Escalera at (408) 273-2709, or maescalera@nhu.edu.
EETS Program started the summer academic enrichment program on June 30th. Twenty incoming freshmen from schools in San Jose came together to get math and English preparation. Our program will conclude on July 25th.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Extreme Science Program is looking for NHU students with any science, math, engineering, or teaching experience. Teachers (NHU students) are needed for the academic year 2008-09 to help teach LCPA students in the after school science –enrichment program. NHU students interested in teaching will have to commit to working Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:50pm to 4:20pm. – WE WILL PAY AND TRAIN YOU!
The Extreme Science Program is an after school program for LCPA students providing hands-on training and experience in science, engineering and careers. Activities include electronics, nutrition, ecology, rockets, and solar energy. Students will participate in scuba diving classes and fieldtrips throughout the year.
If you have NHU students who may be interesting, please have them contact Jesse Rizzo via e-mail Jrizzo@nhu.edu or call Virginia Ramirez at 273 -2752.
NOMINATIONS
We have 2 opportunities for recognition of local Latinos:
KQED is seeking nominations for Bay Area Local Heroes for Latino Heritage Month in September. We are looking for individuals who have demonstrated leadership and a strong commitment to community service. The selected heroes will be recognized on KQED Public Television 9, on our Web site and at a community celebration on Wednesday, September 3, 2008. To find out more about KQED Heritage Months, please visit www.kqed.org/heritage.
MAIZ (Movimiento de Accion Inspirando Servicio) 3rd Annual Frida Kahlo July 25th, After Party & Award Nomination
The Third Annual Frida Kahlo Fund raiser
Friday, July 25th
6:31pm-8:46pm
510 South First St SJ CA 95112
Sin MAIZ no Hay PAIS After Party (Same Night)
Johnny V's
31 E Santa Clara St., SJ Calif
Community Ed – Events
· March of Dimes – NICU Tour July 11, 2008
This Friday July 11, 2008, on behalf of NHU, Gloria Romero (Special Projects), Martha Escalera (SSS) and 7 students will be attending to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Tour at the Santa Clara Medical Center hosted by Asssemblyman Jim Beall Jr. & March of Dimes.
The purpose of this event is to meet premature babies and their moms in person and learn what we, together with March of Dimes, can do to help every baby have a healthy start.
More about March of Dimes here in http://www.marchofdimes.com/
· Community Ed – Calendar
| Classes | Start | End | Room |
| Simple steps to start a business (English) | July 8, 2008 | September 18, 2008 | 210 |
| Simple steps to start a business (Spanish) | July 15, 2008 | October 9, 2008 | 213 |
For more information about these courses contact Gloria Romero at x2207
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
A big thank you to the following for their donations:
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Monday, June 30, 2008
NHU COMUNICADO
Remember that tomorrow, July 1st, the Hands Free law goes into effect. If you are caught with a cell phone to your ear, you will be ticketed. Check your cell phone carrier for the possible headsets compatible to your phone. Under 18 yrs. old, no cell phone use at all. Go to http://www.mercurynews.com/ for more information on the law and the options.
Town Hall rescheduled for July 16th at 10:00 am in room 302. Be prepared to present your successes in order to celebrate all together!
Dr. B. Roberto Cruz was inducted into the Mexican American Community Services Agency, Inc. (M A C S A) Latino Hall of Fame on June 14, 2008. Other inductees included Cesar Chavez, Sup. Blanca Alvarado, Ernesto Galarza. Check out the website for information on all inductee. http://www.redcarpetgala.com/hall_of_fame.htm
CONGRATULATIONS TERESA at Heavenly Brew! Stop by give her a big hug! Her graduation from Women’s Initiative was last Thursday. It takes a lot of guts to get out there and start a business but she is doing a great job!
If you didn’t get a chance to make it to graduation or would like to remember those moving speeches (snif, snif, boo hoo) go to our website and click on the COMMENCEMENT 2008 tab. What a wonderful day!
CHALK ART IN AUGUST. Hearts of Chaos will be holding their Chalk Art Festival on August 30th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on our campus. They are asking if we would like to make a few bucks by selling any type of wrapped food, snacks, water, juice for our own benefit. In other words, money we make is for us. SGA, TRIO, SSS, put your heads together and make some money!! They only ask that we feed the artists. Here is the link so you can see the flyer http://heartofchaos.net/two/
MARKETING CAMPAIGN NEWS – How many of you have seen the busboards? What do you think? We’d love your feedback….
How about the radio spots? You can hear them on Wild 94.9 and La Kalle 105.7
And…….we’re on TV too!! Check it out tonight on MUN2 at 8:15 pm and 9:15 pm (Channel 074 on COMCAST) (time is approximate)
TRIO/UPWARD BOUND
If you seen lost kids in the aisles, they are our guests from TRIO/UPWARD BOUND. Welcome them and give them a hand, they are our future!
NHU COMUNICADO
WELCOME SUMMERBRIDGE STUDENTS!
Classes officially begin on Monday, June 30th so make sure to make all the kids welcome when you see them on campus. They are our future!
Mark your calendar
Summer Institute for the CLAD certificate starts on June 23 and continues through August 13th. The classes will be meeting from 10:00-3:00 Monday through Thursday.
Plan on attending the June 27, 2008 Town Hall at 10:00 am, lunch and celebration. Let's make this a big end of the year celebration for a year filled with many successes.
STUDENT SUCCESSES
Take a look at our NHU delegation to NASA for the PSTI (Pre-Student Teacher Institute) summer program. What a wonderful group!!! (Please see 1st attachment and open it so you can personally congratulate the team when you run into them.)
Carlos M. Yupanqui received an IT Internship at HP as a result of the career fair 2008. Let’s send congratulations to Carlos and wish him well.
TRIO/UPWARD BOUND NEWS
Upward Bound is going to have an orientation for the students and parents that are going to be attending our summer residential this year. The orientation is going to be on Room 302 from 6-8pm on June 26th.
Upward Bound Summer Residential Staff is going to have a training from June 23rd – June27th here at NHU, including CPR training on June 24th.
Upward Bound Summer Residential is going to start on June 29th – August 1st. The students are going to be sleeping at SJSU, Joe West Dormitories and taking the classes here at NHU from 8-2pm. Pretty much the students are going to be here from 7:30-4:30PM because they are going to be having breakfast and lunch with LCPA.
SPECIAL INVITE
Catch the Fever!
Join Enlace for a night of baseball
When: Friday August 1, 2008
Where: San Jose Giants
588 East Alma Ave
San Jose, CA 95112
Time: Gates open at 5:30pm and Game starts at 7:00pm
RSVP: (408) 274-7900 Ext. 6598 or Yesenia.ramirez@evc.edu
Price: $30 a person (includes admission to SJ Giants Baseball game, BBQ Meal and one beverage) Make Check Payable to Enlace Program
JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS
Santa Clara Family Health Plan an immediate direct hire (full time) opening for any of your students or graduates. This one has a standard Monday thru Friday schedule. Please open the second attachment for further information.
Assistant Director of El Centro Chicano at Stanford University
Stanford University, recognized as one of the most prestigious and innovative academic institutions in the world, has an immediate opening for an Assistant Director in El Centro Chicano, a division of the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs (VPSA). This department is unique in that the activities of VPSA's units traverse both academic and non-academic areas, providing programs and services focused on student development, intellectual engagement, diversity and multiculturalism, and community building, among others.
Stanford's mission is to educate and develop future leaders and to promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This mission and the quality of Stanford's faculty, students and staff make it an intensely creative and rewarding place to work.
The Assistant Director of El Centro Chicano has primary responsibility for designing, executing, and evaluating programs and activities that address the concerns, needs and growth of members of Stanford's Chicano/Latino student community. The Assistant Director supervises and trains 15 to 20 student staff, advises student leaders and officers of 20 voluntary student organizations housed at the center; and manages the center's financial functions and marketing efforts.
Anticipated start date: September 2008.
Job Responsibilities include:
Program Development & Outreach (50%):
* Plan, execute, and evaluate annual cultural, academic, and educational programs with University-wide impact. These include Dia de los Muertos, La Gran Posada, Student/Alumni Symposium, Galarza Lecture/Community Awards Banquet, Parents' Weekend Reception, Cesar Chavez Commemoration, Floricanto.
* Implement on-going programs such as faculty speaker series, alumni speaker series, and community dialogues.
* Design outreach efforts and develop strategies for communication (emails, printed material, web-based content) with the center's constituents-Latino undergraduate and graduate students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff.
* Assist with the center's graduate student programs and initiatives, including El Centro's Graduate Scholars in Residence Program, Latino Graduate Forum, Graduate Socials, and new student programs.
* Create opportunities for graduate student and alumni involvement through mentorship of undergraduates and VSO leaders.
* Assist with the implementation of the Alumni Hall of Fame program and Reunion Homecoming events
* Seek collaboration with University departments to implement programs (social, cultural, educational, or community service) that address the changing needs of Chicano/Latino students.
Supervisory, Budgetary, and Facilities Responsibilities (25%)
* Supervise a student staff of 15 to 20 workers; this includes program, marketing, academic, and computer cluster coordinators, support staff members, as well as students employed through the Federal Community Service Work Study grant.
* Train new student employees and orient them to the theoretical framework that guides the center, and the mission and goals of El Centro.
* Manage the center's operating and gift accounts; allocate money for programs, reconcile budgets; originate and approve all transactions, and ensure that the center stays within spending limits.
* Make purchases of capital and non-capital equipment as necessary.
* Manage facility and usage by El Centro's VSOs and outside organizations.
Student/Organization Advising and Leadership Development (25%)
* Advise voluntary student organizations affiliated with El Centro on major event planning, organizational development, fundraising, recruiting, and University policy as it relates to their activities.
* Work closely with the director and student staff to plan, execute, and evaluate complex programming activities.
* Advise students on how to locate resources necessary to achieve successful programs and build efficient and effective organizations.
* Work with the director to identify student needs, address issues of concern, and build consensus between organizations.
* Advise and serve as a critical resource to students to help them achieve their academic and personal goals.
* Identify, plan and implement leadership development opportunities and community building efforts such as leadership retreats and monthly meetings of voluntary student organizations housed at the center.
* Assist with the execution of the LEAD program, a cross-cultural leadership development program conceived and executed by the ethnic community centers.
Qualifications:
* A Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required; a graduate degree in higher education administration, student affairs or related field is strongly preferred.
* Requires three to five years of directly related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience working with students in both an advisory and supervisory capacity is required.
* Knowledge of the challenges faced by undergraduate and graduate students in a highly selective, demanding residential institution required.
* Extensive knowledge of the Chicano/Latino student community at Stanford is strongly preferred.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision and with special attention to detail is mandatory.
* Ability and willingness to learn Stanford financial functions is essential.
* Ability to work with and gain support from a broad and diverse array of constituents, including students, staff, faculty, alumni, parents and visitors is essential.
* Strong interpersonal and written communication skills and the ability to present information to both small and large groups required.
* Proficiency in oral and written Spanish is highly desirable.
* Willingness to take on new challenges in a dynamic and constantly changing environment is highly desirable.
To apply:
Please go to http://jobs.stanford.edu and submit resume to this position requisition #29909. Applications will be screened on July 9, 2008. Please also send the following items to: Selection Committee, El Centro Chicano, 514 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305-3044: (1) a resume, (2) a letter of interest, and (3) a 1 - 2 page response to the
following: What role does El Centro Chicano play at Stanford University and how does it fit the current national diversity debate of race neutral, race conscious, and race exclusive policies? Stanford University has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity. AA/EOE.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
NHU COMUNICADO
SAVE THE DATE:
June 20th – Distinguished Series Speaker will feature Carlos Von Son from Palomar College. He is a highly respected author, playwright and director (Teatro SubUrbano) and lecturer in the fields of Latin American and Mexican Literature and Cultures, US Latino & Chicano Literature and Culters and Spanish and Humanities. For more information on his visit, please contact Dr. Adriana Ayala. For more information on Dr. Von Son, please visit his website at http://faculty.palomar.edu/cvonson/
JOB OPPORTUNITY
NOW HIRING PEER TUTOR/MENTORS AT $10 AN HOUR. COLLEGE STUDENTS PREFERRED! PLEASE CONTACT THE STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAM AT (408) 273-2709 OR VISIT WWW.EDJOIN.ORG AND TYPE “Peer Tutor/Mentor” at the National Hispanic University. Start date is June 23, 2008.
Friday, June 13, 2008
DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES - CARLOS VON SON
“Creativity and the Arts in the Latino Community:
Creating a Stronger Community for All”
– Dr. Carlos Von Son – Palomar College, San Diego County
Friday, June 20, 2008, 10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.
National Hispanic University Library
14271 Story Road, San Jose, CA 95127
– . Dr. Von Son is a highly respected author, playwright, director and lecturer in the fields of Latin American and Mexican Literature and Cultures, US Latino/a & Chicano Literature and Cultures and Spanish & Humanities. Visit his website at http://faculty.palomar.edu/cvonson/
After his presentation and audience discussion, we will conduct a joint artist’s conversation regarding Creativity between Dr. Von Son and two local performing arts leaders, Maria Elisa Alvarado and Adrian Vargas.
STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Craig Swencionis, an NHU transfer student and a member of the 2006 CA Regional Championship Debate Team, has just been accepted to UC Berkeley. He will be majoring in Philosophy in the Fall. He was also awarded the very prestigious Regents Scholarship. Of all entering students, only 200 students receive this award and they are handpicked.
Craig Swencionis, an NHU transfer student and a member of the 2006 CA Regional Championship Debate Team, has just been accepted to UC Berkeley. He will be majoring in Philosophy in the Fall. He was also awarded the very prestigious Regents Scholarship. Of all entering students, only 200 students receive this award and they are handpicked.
NHU’s HEAVENLY BREW CAFÉ
NHU’s
HEAVENLY BREW CAFÉ
Her Story
Hello my name is Teresa Olivas and I am the owner of Heavenly Brew Coffee bar. We are currently located in Sobrato Hall on the 2nd floor (outside of the SAAC Center). I would like to tell you a little about myself as our journey together begins at NHU.
I worked in High Tech. IBM to be exact for 25 years. Owning a business of my own has always been my dream as I was reaching the end of my career. I worked part time at the Cathedral of Faith coffee shop to learn how to make coffee. I learned about Espresso, Latte and Mocha Drinks. I also took several courses on developing a business plan and how to start your own business. This lead me to NHU, where I took a business class offered through NHU’s Community Education partnered with Women's Initiative.
I had been searching for a good location for my coffee bar business when I realized NHU sold no coffee! Thanks to Santiago Lerma, NHU’s Student Government Association President, who coordinated my negotiations with NHU board members, we were able to bring my coffee bar to your beautiful school.
I look forward to a long and happy relationship with the NHU staff, faculty and students. I would like to invite all NHU faculty, staff and students to stop by for a refreshing drink or something to eat during your busy day. I sell gourmet specialty drinks, sandwiches, hot dogs, smoothies, iced coffee, tea etc.
I would like to encourage all students to focus on your dreams and work hard to make them happen. Everything that is achieved in life requires hard work and much sacrifice to make it happen. You have just begun your journey in life, Make your dreams come true.
NHU COMUNICADO
CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES!!
Our 23rd Commencement Exercises went off without a hitch thanks to the great people who put it together. Kudos to our fearless leader, Patricia Estrada who motivated everyone with her upbeat spirit and drive. Other team members included: Dr. Juan Necochea, Dr. Adriana Ayala, Priscilla Castillo, Martha Escalera, Candelario Franco, Carmela Hernandez, Takeo Kubo, Virginia Ramirez, Irene Salazar. Great Job!
A very special NHU ''Alumni" also "graduated" this year. Chris Rogers is retiring and will be leaving the area. Prof. Rogers, you will truly be missed! Keep in touch!
TRIO/UPWARD BOUND NEWS
June 17th Student Success Program is hosting a Pre-Orientation from 11:00 am -- 12:30 pm for all Summer Bridge applicants.
We are excited to kick off the Summer Academic Enrichment Program. June 30th- july 25th taking place at NHU.
Student Achievement
Six NHU students have been selected to participate in the prestigious NASA Pre Service Teacher Institute planned for June 8-20th, 2008. The Institute will meet at the NASA, Ames Research Center in Mountain View. Please congratulate them. Go NHU!
Zaira Priscilla Bugarin
Erica Monarres
Joel Ureste
Alex LeGrande
Angelica Montelongo
Una Mendoza
Alondra Cardenas was selected to do an internship at an OB/GYN doctor’s office in Los Gatos. She is on her way to becoming an awesome medical doctor. Felicidades!
Mark your calendar
Plan on attending the June 27, 2008 Town Hall, lunch and celebration. Let's make this a big end of the year celebration for a year filled with many successes.
International Latino Film Society
Starting June 7th, the International Latino Film Society will team up with the San Jose Public Library to have a free film series on immigration named 'What Cannot Be Left Behind: A June 2008 Film Series'. All events are free! See below for the schedule. Films will be followed with a discussion. Enjoy!
Al otro lado/ To the Other Side
Feature film
6pm on Wednesday June 18
West Valley Branch Library
1243 San Tomas Aquino Rd.
San José, CA 95117
(408) 244-4766
Crossing Arizona
3pm on Saturday June 21
Hillview Branch Library
1600 Hopkins Dr.
San José, CA 95122
(408) 808-3033
Al otro lado/ To the Other Side
Documentary
3pm on Saturday June 28
Biblioteca Latinoamericana Branch Library
921 South First St.
San José, CA 95110
(408) 294-1237
The Castellano Family Foundation with the assistance of the G.I Forum is sponsoring a historical display at the Mexican Heritage Plaza. 1704 Alum Rock Ave. (corner of King and Story Rd) “WITNESS to HERITAGE/ LEGACY of VALOR “. The exhibit is of the Latino Recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor, from the birth of our country to the most recent military conflicts.
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