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Hello Raza!
As the end of the semester is approaching, La Raza provides some fun events to attend. Karaoke Night is this FRIDAY from 6 - 8 pm. Remember that if you need peaceful place to study or take a nap stop by La Raza SCC, Coffman 211. Study days are on Tuesdays from 11am to 2 pm - snacks provided.
Below you will find some tips for stress management. As the end of the semester is approaching, and thus finals are around the corner we must stay focused.
Tips for Stress Management:
* Prioritize your tasks into "essential," "important," and "trivial." Follow that order for completing task. Consider dropping all the "trivials." Take one thing at a time.
* Take care of your body. Eat well, sleep enough, exercise regularly, and ... breathe.
* Recognize stress signals. When you feel stress setting in, observe your body and learn where it hits (what happens first?... tension in your neck or back, headache, frustrated more easily, less motivated?) The earlier you can recognize stress signals, the easier it is to change your behavior and stop the progression of the stress.
Tips for Coping with Stress:
* Get acquainted with happy, successful people.
* Meditate daily.
* Make your environment comfortable.
* Set goals realistically.
* Ask for help in a straightforward way.
* Compromise occasionally.
* Redefine your priorities.
Sincerely,
La Raza's Historian
2011-2012
PS: Remember to look at the attachments, they are full of opportunities for you! <3
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La Raza's Events
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General Assembly:
Where: La Raza Coffman 211
Time: 2:30 pm
What: Come and learn how to be an active general member here at La Raza, learn how you can volunteer and help out with events!
Carlos Montes
Where: La Raza Coffman 211
Time: 6 pm
What: Come and Learn about FBI repression, learn what you can do. Learn about Carlos Montes and who he is. Hint: He is an activist, has been for most of his life, helped out in the Chicano Movement.
Dream Day!
When: April 28th, 2012
Where: STSS - Science Teaching and Student Services
Time: 9- 2 pm
Who: Networking Starts Now! High school students will come in, learn about the University of Minnesota, talk to U of M Students about their experience. Learn about the process to getting accepted in college and college life! So exciting! Student Panel: college students with inside knowledge!
Karaoke Night
Where: La Raza, Coffman 211
Date: THIS FRIDAY the 13th! Come test your luck!
Time: 6- 8
Who: You!
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Opportunities/Events
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TODAY! At Pillsbury 110. at 4:30!! Come learn about Haiti and the post-earthquake era.
Watch a 28 minute documentary on current human rights situationsin Haiti, and the IJDH's ground-breaking case against the United Nations on behalf of 5,000 victims of the cholera epidemic.
Who will be speaking?? Renowned lawyer and activist Brian Concannon, of the Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti.
** SEE ATTACHED FLIER FOR DETAILS!
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VOLUNTEER WITH MCAE!!
The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) is looking for
volunteers to help out at MCAE's Celebration of Achievement on April
26th between 3:30-8:30pm. It is not required that you volunteer for
the entire shift but a minimum of a 2 hour commitment is appreciated.
If you are interested in helping out please contact Crystal Esparza at
612.625.6247 or espa0018@umn.edu.
*Attached is the Volunteer Flyer
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Precious Knowledge
by: CEHD
When: Friday April 20th
Time: 7 pm
Where: Bell Museum Auditorium
Followed by Q&A with Guest Crystal Terriquez
Learn more about the curriculum of Tucson's famous Mexican-American Studies program, the 93% graduation rate for their students, and the controversy surrounding the now banished classes!!
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BLOOD DRIVE! By Beta Chi Theta
Coffman Memorial Union
Monday April 16th, 2012
11-4 pm
Sign up for an appointment at mysignup.com/bhd_week
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MISA will be holding our ***FIRST EVER*** WEEK LONG event "International Student Week" in order to uphold our promise!
International Student Week will run from:
.::~~::. MONDAY, APRIL 16TH - SATURDAY, APRIL 21ST .::~~::.
And we'll have a special event each day promoting culture, academic excellence, and networking opportunities!
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MONDAY, April 16th: CULTURE FAIR!
Where: GREAT HALL (Coffman)
When: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM!
What: International students will be showcasing their
cultures through interactive activities, food, and
cultural attire!
** FREE EVENT & FREE FOOD!!!! **
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TUESDAY, April 17th: CAREER FAIR & WORKSHOP
Where: STSS 144
When: 5:00PM - 8:00PM!
What: Come get help with your resume and cover
letter! MISA will help teach you how to market
your experiences so that you can get ahead!
Additionally, the opportunity to get internships
is available through AISEC!
** FREE EVENT & FREE FOOD!!!! **
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WEDNESDAY, April 18th: MINGLE WITH MISA!
Where: MISA ROOM! (Coffman 201)
When: 4:30PM - 6:30PM!
What: Socialize and network! Come meet and mingle
with local and international students in an
informal setting, and strike up conversation with
new friends!
** FREE EVENT & FREE FOOD!!!! **
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THURSDAY, April 19th: PANEL DISCUSSION: "The
Global Perspective at the University"
Where: PRESIDENT'S ROOM (3rd Floor Coffman)!
When: 4:00PM - 8:00PM!
What: Faculty and students share their opinions about
the importance of global perspectives in the
presence of international education leaders and
students!
** FREE EVENT & FREE FOOD!!!! **
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FRIDAY, April 20th: CULTURE DAY WITH KSA & SLB!
Where: MISA ROOM! (Coffman 201)
When: 2PM - 4PM!
What: Join MISA and the Korean Student Association, and the men of Sigma Lambda Beta in celebrating culture, through activities & cuisine!
** FREE EVENT & FREE FOOD!!!! **
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SATURDAY, April 21st: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DAY!
Where: MEET IN MISA ROOM (Coffman 201)
When: 1PM - 4PM!
What: Learn where your food comes from! Come
volunteer and garden with us at Youth Farm and
Market Project in South Minneapolis! FREE food
& transportation! :D
** FREE EVENT & FREE FOOD!!!! **
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CLASS ON GUANTANAMO HISTORY!
- see attached flier for more details!
FALL 2012 Undergraduate Course
Hist 3001/AMST 3003
Learn about the history and politics of the U.S. aval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Help create a museum exhibition on the history of Guantanamo that will travel across the country.
Get hands- on expertise in interpreting history for public audiences on the web.
**SEE ATTACHED FLIER!
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Looking for a way to Volunteer with youth in the Latino community? Volunteer to be a small group leader on May 11th for the Youth Peace and Leadership Conference!
Each year, La Oportunidad helps to put together the Latino Youth Peace and Leadership Conference. The conference, which is planned by a group of Latino high school aged students, focuses on the prevalent issues faced by Latino youth in their communities, and discusses ways to overcome them. This year's conference is themed "Growing Healthy Relationships Juntos" which addresses the struggles and difficulties of maintaining healthy relationships with family members, friends, dating relationships for Latino youth. It also addresses powerful sub-themes such as dating violence, gender roles, and cyber relationships. One part of the conference will include small group time for the middle school and high school students to discuss these topics on a personal level.
These groups will be led by an adult facilitator that can help guide these discussions.
We are contacting Latino student groups from local colleges and universities because we believe that members from these groups would be great role models for the youth attending this conference.
We are looking for 35 volunteers to help lead the small groups during the conference. Previous youth work experience and Spanish speaking ability is preferred. The conference will be held on Friday, May 11th, 2012 from 8:30am to 3:00pm. A training day before the conference will be scheduled to help prepare the volunteers for the conference.
Contact me at alisone@oportunidad.org for more information. Please forward this information to anyone else that may be interested.
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SAVE THE DATE: Un Paso Al Futuro Latino Graduation Event 2012
Date: Sunday, May 13, 2012
Mississippi Room-Coffman Memorial Union
Spring is here and that means that graduation is right around the corner! All students who graduated in December 2011, and those who will graduate anytime during 2012 are cordially invited to the eighth Annual 'Un Paso Al Futuro' Bilingual/Bicultural Graduation Celebration.Stay tuned for more details including registration links and official dates and times!
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Skee Week: Presented by Mu Rho Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
When: Monday April 16th through Friday April 20th.
This week is educational, thought-provoking, but most of all fun. The theme is 'Takin' It Back...Wayyyy Back' and the events are focused around old Nickelodeon TV-shows, with a new and educational twist.
**See attached flier for details.
Facebook event link: http://www.facebook.com/events/349379275112936/
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LOOKING FOR A JOB?! Apply today:
1. The City of Minneapolis' Neighborhood and Community Relations Department (NCR) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill one (1) Access and Outreach Specialist - Spanish position.
Primary Responsibilities: Provide liaison services to residents and community groups, promote integration of diverse communities into the work and priorities of the City of Minneapolis and Minneapolis neighborhood organizations, and work with City Departments regarding equal access to City services for all residents.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to the duties of this position including language translation services in Spanish.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent with the appropriate language skills. Bi-Lingual skills in Spanish. (A Bachelor's degree is preferred.)
Other Requirements: Incumbent must be able to speak, read, write and comprehendSpanish. The typical work schedule will be between the typical business hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. However, evening and weekend meetings will be required with some regularity.
A full job description, application details, and to apply online please go to: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs/. If you'd like to submit your resume and supplemental questions through USPS, please contact Jennifer Thoreson at 612-673-2282 or email atJennifer.thoreson@minneapolismn.gov.
Applications are due by Friday, April 13, 2012.
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Tuesday, May 1 - March for Immigrant & Workers Rights on International Workers Day
3:30pm Lake St & Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis
Join with MIRAc and many others for the annual march for immigrant & workers rights on International Workers Day. This year's march will gather at 3:30pm at Lake Street & Nicollet Ave. in Minneapolis.
