Monday, June 28, 2010
Storming the Gates
Storming the Gates, a 25-minute documentary film on minority access to higher education, will be screened on July 14, at 5 p.m., in Engbretson Hall. A panel discussion will follow to investigate the issue further.The Illinois African American and Latino Higher Education Alliance (IALHEA) produced the film, which chronicles the African American and Latino quest for access and equity in Illinois colleges and universities. Minority presence on college resulted from tremendous struggle and sacrifice, and the struggle continues. Storming the Gates illustrates the links between access and the civil rights movements of Blacks and Latinos in the sixties and seventies. It highlights the importance and the central role Illinois played in the national struggle for access and equity.A panel of education leaders and experts, many who appear in the documentary, will discuss the contemporary significance of the struggle. Panel members will include IALHEA members Dr. Michael Toney, Executive Director, Urban Health Program - University of Illinois at Chicago and D.J. Wells, adjunct GSU faculty and Director of Public Relations and Marketing, Urban Health Program - University of Illinois at Chicago.The event is free, open to the public, and sponsored by Access to a College Education Student Support Services (ACESSS) and Student Life at GSU. For more information, contact Vanessa Newby at ext. 4552.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Will County Job Hunter and Entrepreneur Boot Camp
July 8th - Job Hunter and Entrepreneur Boot Camp at the Governors State University in University Park.
The program will run from 10:00am - 3:00pm
The Job Hunter and Entrepreneur Boot Camp will offer participants a chance to better prepare themselves for the changing job market with practical advice from a number of area professionals. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in workshops on topics ranging from navigating the job market online to finance and budgeting as well as a chance to have their resumes critiqued and to participate in a mock interview.Veterans’ will have an opportunity to work with the VA and IDES and the programs they offer to veterans of the armed services. In addition to job seekers, small business owners and those looking to start their own will have an opportunity to learn from the Small Business Development Center, the Small Business Administration, and others in attendance about the secrets to getting your business going and growing.
Paid for by official funds authorized by the House of Representatives.
To register, go to http://halvorson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=282&Itemid=108 or CALL 815-726-4998.
The program will run from 10:00am - 3:00pm
The Job Hunter and Entrepreneur Boot Camp will offer participants a chance to better prepare themselves for the changing job market with practical advice from a number of area professionals. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in workshops on topics ranging from navigating the job market online to finance and budgeting as well as a chance to have their resumes critiqued and to participate in a mock interview.Veterans’ will have an opportunity to work with the VA and IDES and the programs they offer to veterans of the armed services. In addition to job seekers, small business owners and those looking to start their own will have an opportunity to learn from the Small Business Development Center, the Small Business Administration, and others in attendance about the secrets to getting your business going and growing.
Paid for by official funds authorized by the House of Representatives.
To register, go to http://halvorson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=282&Itemid=108 or CALL 815-726-4998.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Using Microsoft Excel in Math and Statistic Classes
What: Enrichment Seminar
Title: Using Microsoft Excel in Math and Statistic Classes
Where: Room A2134 - Latino Center Lab
When: Thursday, June 17, 2010 from 3pm to 4pm
Friday, June 11, 2010
Taking Care Of Yourself
SFI / CPS CCFS LINE Cafe "Taking Care Of Yourself" (Chicago)
When: Sat, June 12, 12pm – 3pm
Where: 6835 S. Normal, Chicago, IL 60621 (Robeson High School)
For more information please contact Cherie Russ-Chester 773- 535-3134 / cnruss@cps.k12.il.us or Strengthening Families Illinois Parent Information Line 312- 421-5200 x301, regis@strengtheningfamiliesillinois.org
www.keepyourfamilystrong.org
www.strengtheningfamiliesillinois.org
It's FREE!! Daycare and lunch included. Please call to RSVP
------ This is not a Title V Latino Center fo Excellence event ---------
When: Sat, June 12, 12pm – 3pm
Where: 6835 S. Normal, Chicago, IL 60621 (Robeson High School)
For more information please contact Cherie Russ-Chester 773- 535-3134 / cnruss@cps.k12.il.us or Strengthening Families Illinois Parent Information Line 312- 421-5200 x301, regis@strengtheningfamiliesillinois.org
www.keepyourfamilystrong.org
www.strengtheningfamiliesillinois.org
It's FREE!! Daycare and lunch included. Please call to RSVP
------ This is not a Title V Latino Center fo Excellence event ---------
Orientations for the Green Jobs Certification Program
Upcoming Orientations for the Green Jobs Certification Program
The Green Jobs initiative is a jobs training program that will prepare unemployed or "on the bench" construction workers that are interested in "greening up" their skills for current and future Green economy.
Program Benefits:
Obtain up to 3 industrial certifications (Building Operator Certificate, Building Performance Initiative, Building Energy Technology)
Earn up to 21 college credit hours (6 courses)
Job Placement assistance
Childcare & Transportation assistance
Program Eligibility & Requirements:
Be 18 years old
Be a legal resident
Experience working in construction
Live in one of the following communities: Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards, McKinley Park, Brighton Park, Archer Heights, Gage Park or Bridgeport
Commit to completing a 12-19 month jobs advancement training program
Be unemployed or low-income
Take a placement exam (score at least 7-8th grade)
Fridays, June 11 & 18, 201010:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Instituto - St. Michael's site2315 W. 24th Pl.Chicago, ILIf you have any questions, please feel free to contact Instituto del Progreso Latino at (773) 890-0055.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Symposium on RETENTION & DIVERSITY
The Title V Latino Center for Excellence is sponsoring a FREE symposium on RETENTION & DIVERSITY for students, faculty, advisors, administrators, and community on May 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Governors State University and would like to invite you to join us and support diversity.
Included:
• Continental Breakfast
• Luncheon
To register and for up-to-date information, please visit www.govst.edu/lcesymposium.
Community Announcement
Student/Faculty Symposium
University Park, IL, April 14, 2010 – The Title V Latino Center for Excellence is sponsoring a free symposium for students, faculty, advisors, and administrators from across the region on May 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at GSU. The symposium will address the issues and concerns facing Latino and other students from diverse backgrounds in higher education.
The goal of the symposium is to increase awareness of the social, economic, and cultural barriers that negatively impact student success in higher education. Increased understanding leads to more effective teaching and academic advising at both the community college and university levels.
The keynote speakers, Dr. Christina Gomez and Dr. Frank D. Sanchez, are experts in issues surrounding access to education and equitable and fair education practices.
In addition to the keynote speakers, GSU faculty members, trained in best practices for providing equitable educational opportunities within the classroom, will share their discoveries and observations in breakout sessions.This event is sponsored by Title V Cooperative Grant with Morton College, the Latino Center for Excellence, Student Affairs, and the GSU Faculty Development Committee. There is no charge for participation. Registration is necessary. For more information, contact Monica Teixeira at m-teixeira@govst.edu or (708) 235-7609, or visit www.govst.edu/lcesymposium.
Included:
• Continental Breakfast
• Luncheon
To register and for up-to-date information, please visit www.govst.edu/lcesymposium.
Community Announcement
Student/Faculty Symposium
University Park, IL, April 14, 2010 – The Title V Latino Center for Excellence is sponsoring a free symposium for students, faculty, advisors, and administrators from across the region on May 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at GSU. The symposium will address the issues and concerns facing Latino and other students from diverse backgrounds in higher education.
The goal of the symposium is to increase awareness of the social, economic, and cultural barriers that negatively impact student success in higher education. Increased understanding leads to more effective teaching and academic advising at both the community college and university levels.
The keynote speakers, Dr. Christina Gomez and Dr. Frank D. Sanchez, are experts in issues surrounding access to education and equitable and fair education practices.
In addition to the keynote speakers, GSU faculty members, trained in best practices for providing equitable educational opportunities within the classroom, will share their discoveries and observations in breakout sessions.This event is sponsored by Title V Cooperative Grant with Morton College, the Latino Center for Excellence, Student Affairs, and the GSU Faculty Development Committee. There is no charge for participation. Registration is necessary. For more information, contact Monica Teixeira at m-teixeira@govst.edu or (708) 235-7609, or visit www.govst.edu/lcesymposium.
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