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Dear CBS Alumni/Colleagues/Friends/Supporters:
On behalf of the Center for Chicano-Boricua Studies, we are excited to extend you an invitation to attend our 1st annual Latino Graduation and Grand Opening of the long awaited for Wayne State University Hispanic/Latino Heritage Room. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 5th, from 5:00-9:00pm in room 150 General Lectures Hall on the WSU campus. President Jay Noren, Dean Robert Thomas and State Representative Rashida Tlaib have confirmed their participation. Please see attached flyer for further details.
Refreshments will be served. Entertainment includes Jazz, Afro-Caribbean Drumming and Mariachi performances.
Parking is available at the nearby Parking Structures 2 and 5 (on left side of attached map) for about $4.25 per vehicle (bring single $’s as change is returned in quarters).
Finally, please accept my apologies if you received this message twice, but we did not want to miss you!!
Best regards,
–
Jorge L. Chinea, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of History and Director
Center for Chicano-Boricua Studies
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Wayne State University
656 West Kirby, Rm. 3327 FAB
Detroit, MI 48202
fax: (313) 993-4073
phone: (313) 577-4378
email: jchinea@wayne.edu
El Consulado de México en Detroit, Michigan
lo invita a la inauguración del Puente Peatonal y Plaza “Mexicantown Bagley Avenue”
a cargo de MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation)
5 de Mayo de 2010
2:00 p.m.
Calle 21 y Avenida Bagley
Detroit, MI 48216
A partir de la 1:00 p.m. habrá un festival y actividades organizadas por
Southwest Detroit Business Association y este Consulado
Fotos exclusivas tomadas esta mañana de los estudianates y simptizantes en la caminata por una reforma migratoria en la ciudad de Canton, MI
Exhibition Bicentennial “World Heritage Mexican Cities” and
“The Joy of Mexico: Children from A to Z”
Skillman Branch Library
May 1st-31, 2010
April 28, 2010 - The Consulate of Mexico in Detroit, Michigan, in cooperation with the Mexico Tourism Board, the Mexican National Association of World Heritage Cities and the Detroit Public Library, will be hosting an exhibition of photographs of some of the Mexican cities recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as World Heritage sites, as well as a collection of photographs of Mexican children by photographer and writer Jerry Lee Morton.
In 2010, Mexico commemorates the Bicentennial of its Independence movement and the Centennial of its Revolution with an extensive program of events. The Exhibition Bicentennial “World Heritage Mexican Cities” and “The Joy of Mexico: Children from A to Z” are part of the activities that the Consulate of Mexico in Detroit is hosting to celebrate these important dates.
But these celebrations are not just about remembering important dates; they are about reviving the values and ideals that shaped Mexico as a nation. In that sense, all Mexicans and foreign citizens alike are invited to participate in these events to learn about and reflect on Mexico’s past, to learn about the origin and context of the Independence and Revolutionary movements and their impact on our lives today.
Two exhibitions and two points of view about today’s Mexico: the legacy of its cities and the future of the country through its children. The legacy of sites and monuments with universal value that we inherit from the past, live in the present and pass on to future generations.
This legacy belongs to all peoples of the world, regardless of the territory in which it is located. Today a total of 721 properties from all over the world have been inscribed in the World Heritage List. Mexico is the country with the third largest number of cities inscribed in the World Heritage List: it presently has 9 cities, only 7 fewer than Italy (16) and 5 fewer than Spain (14).
The exhibitions are free and open to the public. They will take place from May 1st to May 31, 2010 at the Skillman Branch Library (121 Gratiot, Detroit, Michigan 48226).
For more information contact:
Consulate of Mexico
Community and Cultural Affairs Area
645 Griswold St., Suite 830
Detroit, MI 48226
313 964 4515 Ext. 13 & 22
Exibición Bicentenario "Ciudades Mexicanas del Patrimonio Mundial"
Dayanna, speaking at the Avenue of Dreams Step-Off Press Conference
Click here to send a fax to Senators Levin and Stabenow and support the Avenue of Dreams.
Thursday morning, beneath a clear blue sky outside Western High School, the “Avenue of Dreams” marchers stepped off! Surrounded by supporters, 7 students began the walk from Detroit to Ann Arbor. With every step, they’re carrying a message for President Obama:
Friends keep their promises. Pass immigration reform and the DREAM Act now.
They’ll arrive in Ann Arbor on May 1– the same day that thousands will take the streets for immigration reform, and the same day that President Obama deliver the commencement address at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
The walkers have been all over the media– doing interviews with WJR, CNN, and the Metrotimes. They’re in the Free Press and the Ann Arbor Observer too. Their message is getting out: they’re telling their stories, and putting pressure on the Congress and the President.
Please join the marchers at noon for a special briefing for supporters and the press– what’s it like on the road? How bad are the blisters? How was last night’s community meeting at a mosque in Canton? Join the call, and ask your questions.
They’ll be joined by a special guest: Gaby, a walker from the Miami Trail of Dreams.
You can help by coming to the rally in Ann Arbor on May 1, at 9:00 AM in Frisinger Park (corner of Stadium and Woodbury). Buses are available from Detroit, Ypsilanti, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, East Lansing, New Haven, and Pontiac. Email picon.irakere@gmail.com for more information.
RSVP to the rally and march on Facebook, and forward the invitation to your friends:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=569476859&ref=profile#!/event.php?eid=113843491983164&ref=mf
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA
Con relación a la ley “Inmigración, Aplicación de la Ley y Vecindarios Seguros” (SB1070), que fue firmada hoy por la gobernadora de Arizona Janice K. Brewer, el Gobierno de México manifiesta lo siguiente:
· El Gobierno de México lamenta que, pese a los acercamientos realizados a todos los niveles por autoridades federales y estatales mexicanas, los legisladores que aprobaron esta medida y el Ejecutivo de Arizona no hayan tomado en cuenta la valiosa aportación de los migrantes a la economía, la sociedad y la cultura de Arizona y de los Estados Unidos de América. El gobierno de México realizó diversas acciones para transmitir al gobierno de Arizona las preocupaciones mexicanas frente a la eventual aprobación de la Ley, sin obtener una respuesta positiva de su parte.
· El Gobierno de México reconoce el derecho soberano de todos los países para decidir las políticas públicas que deban aplicarse en su territorio. Sin embargo, cuando una medida como la SB1070 afecta potencialmente los derechos humanos de miles de mexicanos, no puede permanecer indiferente.
· La criminalización no es el camino para resolver el fenómeno de la inmigración indocumentada. La existencia de mercados laborales transfronterizos exige soluciones integrales y de largo plazo. La corresponsabilidad, la confianza y el respeto mutuo deben ser la base para atender los retos compartidos en América del Norte.
· La violencia que hemos experimentado en nuestra frontera común, y que tiene sus orígenes en ambos países, es motivo de gran preocupación. Es imperativo reconocer que enfrentamos un reto compartido y de naturaleza transnacional. Al igual que las autoridades mexicanas mantienen el compromiso inamovible de combatir al crimen organizado, las autoridades en Estados Unidos deben continuar fortaleciendo sus acciones para disminuir la demanda de drogas y controlar el tráfico ilegal de armas, precursores químicos y dinero en efectivo, que proporcionan a las organizaciones de la delincuencia organizada tansnacional, medios para generar violencia y desafiar a las autoridades del Estado.
· El tránsito ilegal de mercancías está lejos de relacionarse con el fenómeno migratorio; no hay que olvidar la enorme contribución de los migrantes a la economía y a la sociedad en el estado de Arizona.
· La ley firmada por la Gobernadora Janice K. Brewer afecta la relación entre Arizona y México y obliga al gobierno mexicano a plantearse la viabilidad y la utilidad de los esquemas de cooperación que se han desarrollado con Arizona. La ley entrará en vigor 90 días después de la conclusión del período de sesiones de la legislatura estatal.
· El Gobierno de México utilizará todos los recursos a su alcance para defender los derechos y dignidad de los mexicanos en Arizona. Al avanzar el proceso legislativo de la ley SB 1070, la Embajada de México y los cinco consulados de México en dicho estado estarán redoblando sus acciones de asistencia, protección consular y asesoría jurídica.
· El Gobierno de México seguirá velando por los intereses de todos los mexicanos en el extranjero, indistintamente de su condición migratoria.
PRESS STATEMENT
In reference to the bill “Immigration; Law enforcement; Safe Neighborhoods” (SB1070), which was signed today by the Governor of Arizona, Janice K. Brewer, the Government of Mexico states the following:
· The Government of Mexico regrets that, despite the efforts made by Mexican federal and state authorities, the legislators that approved this bill and the Governor of Arizona did not take into account the valuable contributions of immigrants to the economy, society and culture of Arizona and the United States. The Mexican Government carried out several actions to communicate to the Government of Arizona its concerns about the possible adoption of the Law, but did not receive a favorable response.
· The Mexican Government recognizes the sovereign right of States to decide which public policies will apply in their territory. However, when a law like SB1070 has a potential impact upon the human rights of thousand of Mexican nationals, it cannot remain indifferent.
· Criminalization is not the way to solve the phenomenon of undocumented migration. The existence of cross-border labor markets requires comprehensive, long-term solutions. Joint responsibility, trust and mutual respect should be the basis to address common challenges in North America.
· The violence we have experienced along our common border, and that originates in both countries, is an issue of great concern. It is imperative to recognize that we face a common and transnational challenge. As Mexican authorities maintain an unwavering commitment to fight organized crime, authorities in the United States should continue to strengthen their actions to curve the demand for drugs and to control the illegal traffic of weapons, bulk cash and chemical precursors. These provide transnational criminal organizations with the means to generate violence and challenge the authorities.
· The illegal transit of products is far from being a part of the immigration phenomenon. It is important to consider the huge contribution made by immigrants to Arizona’s economy and society.
· The bill signed by Governor Janice K, Brewer has an impact in the relationship between Arizona and Mexico, and leads the Mexican Government to analyze the viability and usefulness of the cooperation schemes that have been developed with Arizona. The law will enter into force 90 days after the regular state legislative session ends.
· The Mexican government will use all the means at its disposal to defend the rights and dignity of Mexican nationals in Arizona. As the legislative process of SB 1070 advances, the Embassy of Mexico and the five Mexican Consulates in Arizona will reinforce their actions in the areas of consular assistance and protection, and legal counseling.
· The Mexican government will continue safeguarding the interests of all Mexicans living abroad, regardless of their immigration status.
CONSULADO DE MEXICO
DETROIT, MICHIGAN
645 Griswold St., Suite 830
313 964 4515
Students to arrive on May 1st, Call on President Obama to reform immigration system, pass DREAM Act
Thursday, April 29th, 10:00 AM
Western High School, 1500 Scotten Street, Detroit
Detroit- A group of undocumented immigrant students and supporters will begin a walking pilgrimage from Detroit to Ann Arbor today, to draw attention to the need for immigration reform and the DREAM Act.
The walkers will arrive in Ann Arbor on May 1st, as President Obama delivers the commencement address at the University of Michigan.
The students have named their project “The Avenue of Dreams,” in echo of a similar pilgrimage, “The Trail of Dreams,” which features a group of undocumented students trekking from Miami to Washington DC, also to arrive on May 1st.
The students’ route will take them mostly down Michigan Avenue. They will deliver speeches to supporters at local churches along the route.
When they arrive in Ann Arbor, the students will call on President Obama to take more forceful action to pass comprehensive immigration reform and the DREAM Act during a rally organized by a community coalition near the stadium. The rally is at 9:00 AM, May 1, at Frisinger Park (corner of Stadium and Woodbury).
Supports are asked to “virtually” join the Avenue of Dreams by going to the website http://reformimmigrationforamerica.org/blog/blog/may-1st-obama-comes-to-ann-arbor-thousands-will-rally-for-reform/ and sending a fax to their members of Congress.
Bio materials are available. Please contact to set-up pre-interviews.
Coalition Calls on Levin to Stand up for Reform This Year;
Announces Demonstration During President Obama’s UM Commencement Speech;
Undocumented Students to Begin March from Detroit to Ann Arbor
WHAT: Telefonic Press Briefing
WHO: Chris Michalakis, Secretary-Treasurer of the Metro Detroit AFL-CIO
Dawud Walid, Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), Executive Director
Jose Franco, One Michigan, Student Leader advocating for the DREAM Act
Allison Colberg, Michigan Organizing Project, faith-based organizing project
Martine Apodaca, Communications Director, Reform Immigration for America
WHEN: Tuesday, April 27th @ 10:00am
WHERE: Dial: 712.432.0080, PIN: 1055339#
Immigration reform has jumped to the top of the national agenda in the wake of Arizona’s extremist racial profiling law. The Reform Immigration for America – Michigan coalition will host a telephonic press conference to lay-out the current state of play, call on Senator Carl Levin to stand up for comprehensive immigration reform this year, and announce a Week of Action for Reform.
Speakers will announce plans for a rally in Ann Arbor on May 1st to encourage President Obama to support comprehensive immigration reform now.
Senator Carl Levin must join his colleagues, Senators Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), to reach across the aisle and enact practical, common sense legislation. Comprehensive immigration reform would enhance border security, require employers to enforce immigration laws and level the playing field for law-abiding employers and workers, create a pathway to citizenship, and treat immigrants humanely.
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Detroit—Several dozen community leaders gathered during a quickly organized prayer vigil on Saturday at Western High School. They included representatives from faith, labor, and student organizations, joined together to call attention to the passage of Arizona’s egregious SB 1070.
“We need real solutions for the broken immigration system, not scapegoats,” said Jose Franco, a leader of the local student advocacy group One Michigan, “Racial profiling isn’t the answer, and will only make all of our communities less safe. President Obama and Senators Levin and Stabenow need to be leaders for immigration reform now, so more states don’t take extreme and unfair enforcement measures.”
In response to Arizona Governor Jan Brewer’s signing of the country’s most extreme anti-immigrant legislation, immigration reform supporters have organized vigils across the country.
The new law enshrines racial profiling, prevents local law enforcement from doing their jobs effectively, and will be prohibitively expensive to implement. These problems are in addition to the serious constitutional and legal questions surrounding the new law, guaranteeing that costly legal action is an inevitable outcome on enacting such a proposal. The law is opposed by Arizona law enforcement, a diverse coalition of faith leaders, immigrants’ advocates, civil rights leaders, and legal scholars.
Governor Brewer’s politically expedient decision is likely to have implications for the immigration debate. Emboldened by the success of a harshly anti-immigrant measure in Arizona and a failure of the federal government to lead on immigration reform, anti-immigrant legislators all over the country will likely introduce new extreme measures in their own state legislatures.
El Consulado de México, en asociación con Vistas Nuevas Head Start (un programa de Matrix Human Services), y más de 30 agencias comunitarias, celebrarán por cuarto año consecutivo el “Día de los Niños – Día de los Libros” (Celebrating Children and Literacy) en el sureste de Detroit.
Este año es por demás emotivo, puesto que en 2010 México conmemorará 200 años del inicio de nuestra Independencia y 100 años del comienzo de la Revolución. Por ello, dicho evento se enmarca dentro de las actividades organizadas con motivo de la celebración del Bicentenario, además de festejar a todos los niños en su día.
Siendo el objetivo principal de este evento la promoción de la literatura se regalarán libros en español e inglés a los niños no sólo como un juguete más, sino como un compañero, fuente de fantasía y, sobre todo, con la esperanza de estar sembrando en ellos la semilla de la lectura. Los niños tienen una curiosidad innata por la literatura; sin embargo, es muy importante la colaboración de los padres de familia para alimentar el gusto por la lectura y por el estudio.”
President Obama will be at the University of Michigan on May 1st, 2010, delivering a commencement speech to the graduating class of 2010.
Join us for a 9:00 graduation on the Diag to show solidarity with the thousands of undocumented youth who are unable to graduate from college.
The event will be pushing for the passage of the Dream Act as a stand alone bill. Immediately following the graduation event we will be leading a rally from the Diag to the Stadium where Obama will be speaking. Please sign if you are able to attend or volunteer to help plan this with us.
Don’t miss the vibrant colors, sounds and flavors that have become synonymous with LAUP’s annual Fiesta!
Fiesta activities run 6-9 PM Friday with live salsa music, dancing and local food vendors along downtown’s 8th Street Marketplace. Don’t miss the salsa band, Akaray, made up of Latin American and Caribbean musicians,… who will be entertaining the crowd throughout the night! (In the event of rain, music and dancing will be moved inside the Civic Center.)
Fiesta continues from 11 AM – 7 PM Saturday featuring indoor and outdoor stages hosting a variety of performances by musicians, dancers and more! The annual LAUP Fiesta King and Queen contest will be held from 12-3 PM at the indoor stage.
For a full schedule of entertainers, visit www.laup.org.
Its back! The Detroit Salsa Congress has returned. This promises to be a great opportunity for Detroit salseros to experience a congress level event right in their own back yard. With little or no low travel costs and affordable hotel this will be a great opportunity to to try out the “congresso” circuit with some of the biggest names in the business.
* When: May 7th-9th 2010
* Where: Livonia Michigan, Raddison Hotel
* Cost: $150 “Earlybird” full pass available until March 31st!!!
* Features:
o Workshops Saturday & Sunday
o Social Dancing
o Live Bands each night
o Performances
* Find out more…
Where to buy passes:
- Online at Troy Dance Studio website
- Troy Dance Studio
- Sangria in Royal Oak on Sunday Nights
- Energetic Soul Dance Studio
- Dance Revolution
Brought to you by Elaine Marreo of Troy Dance Studio and Co-Produced by Chicago’s “Prince of Salsa” Andy “Lyrik” Cruz. Don’t miss out on Detroits hottest dance event of the year.
Read more…
By Arooj Ashraf, LaPrensa Newspaper
“I just have one question: ‘How can the richest country in the world; that spends $500 million dollars a day in two wars to end lives, they do not have a right to take, claim it cannot afford to provide healthcare for its own people?” asked Ronal Quesada Zamora, a member of Public Health Workers Union (UNDECA).
He addressed 50 union members at the United Auto Workers UAW Local 1005, Parma OH, and shared the struggles and triumphs of Union workers in his native Costa Rica. Zamora was only one of four union leaders granted permission to enter the U.S. and tour the nation, meeting with union groups in 16 cities including Cleveland, Toledo, and Detroit.”
Latino Culture Show sneak-peak
Latino Gala Scholarship Award- High School Seniors
Commemoration to graduating seniors
Commemoration to community member
Art Exhibition
Poetry
Dance Performance
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Purpose: The 2010 Latino Gala is an opportunity for the University of Michigan Latino community and allies to come together in unity, and celebrate Latino success on campus and beyond. We will be commemorating the accomplishments of community members off campus, graduating seniors, and graduating high school seniors. In addition, we will showcase different forms of expression of art that represent our culture.
An important question: How do your origins as a Latino make you unique, yet still connect you to other Latinos?
The idea that our origins are “cosmic” is that it represents our culture which is diverse, extensive, far-reaching and constantly evolving. Cosmic is defined as global, huge, immense, infinite, limitless, universal, and vast. The Latino culture consists of Indigenous roots, African roots, European roots, Arabic roots, and the list goes on. Whether you speak Spanish or not, we want to embrace Latino culture with its heterogeneous components.
This is open to Latino students, allies, faculty, staff, and the community outside of UM.
For more info go to Facebook Page
The Michigan Commission on Spanish Speaking Affairs (COSSA) is partnering with dozens of organizations to coordinate a historic demonstration of the strength and unity of Michigan Hispanics to take place on April 20-21, in Lansing. “This is a grassroots effort that will bring hundreds of Hispanics from across the state to the state’s capital. We will meet to share ideas and to talk to our state’s leaders about issues such as jobs, education and economic development,” said COSSA Chairman Lawrence Garcia. “By working together, Michigan Hispanics will give voice to our perspective and will show how Latinos are important to Michigan’s brightest future.” COSSA is bringing together Hispanic organizations, leaders and volunteers for this first time event to meet with state lawmakers and participate in 36 hours of advocacy activities on April 20-21. The Michigan Hispanic Legislative Caucus (led by State Sen. Valde Garcia, State Rep. John Espinoza and State Rep. Lee Gonzales) has confirmed participation in the event. State and nationally-recognized Latino leaders are also being invited to attend. Read more…
9 de marzo del 2010 Los rumores que están circulando por medio de mensajes de texto, y otros medios, indicando que Walmart esta apoyando o coordinando redadas contra inmigrantes en nuestras tiendas son falsos. Estos rumores son erróneos y sin fundamento. Pensamos que es lamentable que se estos rumores sean propagados. Nuestra posición sobre la reforma migratoria es clara. Creemos que la reforma es necesaria. Estamos comprometidos a colaborar con las partes interesadas, legisladores, empleadores y consumidores, para que la reforma migratoria se convierta en realidad. Read more…
A great artist, a great assimilator, and hugely prolific, Francisco Toledo is inspired by Mexican culture, his native state of Oaxaca, and his Zapotic heritage. Using surrealist influences and a deep knowledge of printmaking techniques—experienced during a five-year stay in Europe where he worked in the shop of the eccentric British master, Stanley William Hayter—Toledo’s art shows an appreciation for the aesthetics of nature. Indigenous animals, whose countenances often invoke a sensual mystery (bats, iguanas, toads, and coyotes), interact with human beings in a world where all are equal in nature and equally disregarding of nature’s laws. Indeed, Toledo’s works are records of things and beings in dreamlike scenarios, both menacing and playful, full of pattern and movement. Toledo is arguably the most important Latino artist of his generation and is certainly one of the greatest contemporary printmakers. The exhibition contains content of an adult nature. Viewer discretion is advised. Read more…
Estuvimos el domingo 28 de Febrero cubriendo la ignauración de una oficina mas de MG Multi Servicios que se dedica a prestar un exelente servicio y con bastantes años de experiencia en la declaración de impuestos y notario publico. Por fin abrió sus puertas en la ciudad de Ypsilanti, MI A la celebración inaugural asistió publico en general y que ademas fueron invitados por la estación de radio La 1480 de mayor popularidad de Detroit ,Mi. Conduciendo en vivo DJ Miguel y La Paquita. Los invitados degustaron la exquisita comida patrocinada por las oficinas de MG Multi Servicios y que ademas les hicieron regalos a la gente asistente La cita fue en el centro comercial La Fountain en la AV. Washtenaw donde se encuentra las nuevas oficinas. Felicidades a los dueños Juan y Miguel Garza por un logro más! MichiganPortalLatinos.com Apoyando a los negocios Latinos!
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Back for the first time in 11 years! Take a marvelous tour of a many-splendored land – as dance, music, costume and song sweep you from tropical ports to rugged ranch towns, from lost civilizations to lakeside fiestas. Imitated but never equaled, Ballet Folklórico de México is the original national treasure founded in 1952, now based at the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City and credited with more than 15,000 performances and 100 tours worldwide. The dancers and onstage musicians transform their country’s stories and traditions into a brilliant night at the theater to delight all ages. For more info click here.
La Prensa & the Spanish American Organization are proud to present the 2010 Latino Heritage Night at Fifth Third Field. This event has become a staple in the Mud Hens schedule year in and year out. A portion of the proceeds will go towards the Spanish American Organization’s Scholarship Fund. The 2010 Latino Night at Fifth Third Field is Sunday, July 25.
Latino Culture Show sneak-peak Latino Gala Scholarship Award- High School Seniors Commemoration to graduating seniors Commemoration to community member Art Exhibition Poetry Dance Performance Free Food DJ and open dancing *Formal Attire Requested* Purpose: The 2010 Latino Gala is an opportunity for the University of Michigan Latino community and allies to come together in unity, and celebrate Latino success on campus and beyond. We will be commemorating the accomplishments of community members off campus, graduating seniors, and graduating high school seniors. In addition, we will showcase different forms of expression of art that represent our culture. An important question: How do your origins as a Latino make you unique, yet still connect you to other Latinos? The idea that our origins are “cosmic” is that it represents our culture which is diverse, extensive, far-reaching and constantly evolving. Cosmic is defined as global, huge, immense, infinite, limitless, universal, and vast. The Latino culture consists of Indigenous roots, African roots, European roots, Arabic roots, and the list goes on. Whether you speak Spanish or not, we want to embrace Latino culture with its heterogeneous components. This is open to Latino students, allies, faculty, staff, and the community outside of UM. For more info go to Facebook Page
The Latino Culture Show, LCS, serves to broaden awareness of the spectrum of Latino culture through artistic expression. As a student-run program, LCS provides the opportunity for University of Michigan students, faculty, and Ann Arbor residents to learn and share in a variety of experiences brought to life on stage by community participants. Since it’s founding in March 2001, the mission of LCS has been to promote and embrace the often over-looked Latino presence at the University of Michigan. Since then the show has grown tremendously in its production and attracted large numbers of community members to both participate in and attend, the celebration. Staying true to its promise, students work collectively to help coordinate this innovative event, as LCS continues to demonstrate the limitless contributions of Latinos to our local university community. As diverse perspectives are highlighted through creativity, and ideas about what it means to be considered Latino in the American context are explored by challenging misconceptions found in mainstream Latino/Hispanic images, LCS has truly become a symbol of unity throughout the entire Michigan campus. For more info go to HLS Facebook Page
9 de marzo del 2010 Los rumores que están circulando por medio de mensajes de texto, y otros medios, indicando que Walmart esta apoyando o coordinando redadas contra inmigrantes en nuestras tiendas son falsos. Estos rumores son erróneos y sin fundamento. Pensamos que es lamentable que se estos rumores sean propagados. Nuestra posición sobre la reforma migratoria es clara. Creemos que la reforma es necesaria. Estamos comprometidos a colaborar con las partes interesadas, legisladores, empleadores y consumidores, para que la reforma migratoria se convierta en realidad.
