Latino Center News

Latino Center News
Title V Latino Center for Excellence

Extension Granted until January 2010

Good NEWS folks. The Latino Center received the extension from the Department of Education. YAHOOO!! Governors State University is now evaluating the process to make sure the department can stay open until January! We are half way there. We will be able to support your academic needs for a longer period of time.

Mentoring Opportunity

Benefits of having a mentor vary from support during critical periods, exposure to diverse experiences, greater knowledge of career factors, and professional networking. With this great possibility of continuing with the Latino Center for a longer period of time, Mr. Cantu would like to offer to all cohort members the opportunity to interact with a Peer Mentor. New Peer Mentors are being recruited and joining the Latino Center. If you do not have a mentor and would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please fill out this online request: Mentee Matching Form or email me at m-teixeira@govst.edu with your request.

Online Latino Community

The Latino Center is always promoting education and academic achievement. Because many LCE members are working adults with little time to attend enrichment seminars and activities that promote academic excellence, a new idea came to administrators. Why not create an online group that supports students by increasing networking opportunities and improving academic skills. Make new friends and have access to enrichment seminars when you use WebCT and access the Title V Latino Center - Online Learning Community. Check it out and let us know what you think!

Gift of Literacy

Do you feel like you need to give back to your community but cannot find time to do so? Here is your chance... The Latino Center is join forces with Aquinas Literacy Center to offer the Gift of Literacy at GSU to our community members who do not speak English. The Aquinas offers free workshops to certify ESL Tutors. After certified, students will volunteer 1 ½ h/week to tutor basic English. It’s good for your soul, and it’s good for your resume. Next three day training session will be on October 14, 21, and 28 from 6-9pm. Let me know if you are interested by sending an email to m-teixeira@govst.edu. I have more information if you wish to join the program.

Scholarship Search
“Locate scholarships, internships, grants and loans that match your education level, talents and background.”

Enrichment Seminars
Making Learning Stick
Thursday, September 30, 3pm
To register, please send an email to m-teixeira@govst.edu or call 708-235-7609

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Scholarship Tip
Funding Education Beyond High School
“The U.S. Department of Education's Guide to Federal Student Aid (2009-2010) provides information for students and families on applying for federal student aid to pay for post-secondary education. This guide explains the application process, the various federal loans, grants and work-study programs available, and how to apply for them. This information is also available in Spanish. Publications open in PDF format.”

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Hispanic Heritage Month

Watch the trailer
Children of Amazon at GSU
Oct 11, 5-7pm
Engbretson Hall

“… a moving and powerful film… in the most sympathetic way possible, highlights the human side of rainforest destruction, which is all too easily forgotten as we confront the challenges of global climate change.”
- HRH Prince Charles

Live Music
Oct 6, 6-7:30pm
Engbretson Hall
Explore the impact of Latin music in American Culture. Free live musical performance at GSU with group MOSAICO.

Natchos & Dance
Sep 30, 4-7pm
Hall of Governors
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with, natchos, music and dance. Come to enjoy delicious steak, chicken, and taco sale.

Tamales Fundraiser
Oct 6, 11-4:30pm
Hall of Governors
$1 each tamale. Chicken, pork, and cheese. Order in advance
Angelica Hernandez angelicahernandez169@yahoo.com

Career Tip
“To understand the importance of networking, it's helpful to examine how people get their jobs.”
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Threat Assessment Team

GSU has formed a Campus Threat Assessment Team. Learn more about it. Click here…

NO MORE WAITING IN LINES FOR YOUR FINANCIAL AID BOOK ADVANCE CARD - For more information Click here