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Room Page Room Page AEROSPACE AND AVIATION MEDIA ARTS Careers at NASA Johnson Space Center 351 D 11 Careers in Journalism: 362 A 17 Television and Print Professionals ARTS Careers in Radio Broadcasting and Production 362 B 17 Careers in Arts and Cultural Arts 351 B 11 Careers in Culinary Arts 351 A 11 MEDICAL AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Careers in Fashion 351 C 11 Careers in Adolescent Medicine, 340 A 18 Careers in Graphic Design 351 F 12 Adolescent Health, and Career Paths Careers in Media Arts 351 E 12 in Social Work and Nutrition Health Professions at The University of 340 B 18 Texas Health Science Center at Houston BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CAREERS A Day in the Life of an Engineer 381 A/B 12 Careers in Banking 371 A 12 MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL SESSIONS Business Career Choices 371 B 12 Academic Profile/Perfil Académico – 320 C 18 Careers in and with Foreign Languages 361 D 13 Prepare for College Careers in Forensic Science: The Real CSI 381 C 13 Anti-Bullying 320 E 18 Careers in the Geosciences 371 D 13 Career Exploration 320 A 19 Careers in Government 371 E 13 College Opportunities in High School 320 D 19 Legal Professions 361 F 14 Rewarding Careers in Social Services 371 C 14 OTHER Careers at YMCA 371 F 14 Building Strong Communities – Community 361 E 19 Service Volunteers Working Toward CAREERS IN EDUCATION 372 A 14 a Better America Latino Students Sharing Experiences of 352 D 19 their Journeys to College COLLEGE INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS Padres Responsables ¿Culpables o 342 D 19 AND PARENTS No Culpables? Continuing Education: ESOL and GED 361 C 15 Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success 342 A 20 Continuing Education: Careers in Cosmetology 361 C 15 Immigrant Students: Opportunities for 370 A/B/D/E/F 15 RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Higher Education, (State Law Financial Bilingual Computer Training 350 B 20 Aid and College Admissions SB 1528) Careers in Oil and Gas for the 21st Century 350 C 20 Information for Parents of College Bound 370 C 15 Process Technology, An Education that Pay$ 350 A 20 Students (Información para padres Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – 350 F 21 sobre las Carreras Universitarias de sus Hijos) STEM in the Oil and Gas Business Parent 101: Empowering Parents to Become 361 A 16 College Advisors Woman to Woman - College and 361 A 16 TG COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZA Career Planning Admissions and FAFSA Online Computer Lab 360 B/C/E/F 23 Man to Man - College and Career Planning 361 A 16 Financial Aid Basics 350 D/E 23 Paying for Your Careers (Disability, 361 B 16 Get Financially Savvy 350 D/E 23 Veteran, & Others) Admissions and Financial Aid Counseling: 360 A/D 23 College Pathways to a Bachelor’s Degree 362 D 16 Get Help Now! (Pre-Lab) Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de 360 B/C/E/F 24 Impuestos Gratis
CAREER PATHS AT TEXAS COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES Benefits of Attending a Community College 320 F 16 Path to an Education / Camino a la 330 A/B 16 Universidad (4-year College) Student Life at a Community College 320 B 17 United States Service Academies 372 D 17 Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy, and Naval Academy
1 Philosophy
Vision
To be the premier resource for Hispanic students and families as they pursue educational and career goals.
Mission
The Houston Hispanic Forum is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization focused on improving Hispanic achievement in the greater Houston area through information and dialogue, service, collaborations, and promoting awareness of educational issues affecting Hispanics. Values
• Giving back to the community • Organizational integrity and transparency • Collaboration with organizations with strong reputations • Education is the most important vehicle for self improvement • Education is an individual right • Equality of opportunity • Appreciation of Hispanic heritage as part of the organization Goals
• To serve as an organized, non-partisan group of concerned individuals who provide leadership, vitality and unity among Hispanics.
• To enhance, strengthen and recognize the image of Hispanics.
• To act as a liaison for Hispanic interests with constituent individuals and groups in the city, state, and nation.
• To assist Hispanic youth develop their talents and abilities and help them achieve their professional and personal goals.
• To provide a means for educational growth and help to the community at large.
2 3 4 5 6 Opening Ceremonies 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM – Exhibit Hall B3, Third Floor
Musical Entertainment Sam Houston State University Jazz Ensemble Aric Schneller - Director
Welcome and Introduction Henry Pastrano, HHF Vice President, Agency Field Executive, of Emcee State Farm Insurance
Emcee Art Rascon, News Anchor, KTRK-TV Channel 13 and Emmy Award winning reporter
Presentation of Colors Stephen F. Austin High School Army JROTC Color Guard Major (RET.) James K. Jones, Instructor
Pledge of Allegiance Kylee Dawson, 6th grade student, David Crockett Middle School Speech/Drama Teacher - Allison Hill, Ft. Bend ISD
Invocation Marcello Marini, former Public Affairs Director, KTMD-TV 47 Telemundo, Division of NBC Universal
Mayor’s Message Annise Parker, Mayor, City of Houston
Keynote Speaker Brigadier General Joe E. Ramirez, Jr., Commandant of the Texas A&M University’s Corps of Cadets, a native Houstonian and alumnus of Stephen F. Austin High School, Houston ISD
Educational Message Dr. William Flores, President, University of Houston-Downtown
Sponsor Message Ivan A. Andarza, Chair, TG Board of Directors
Introduction of former 2005 Norma Lopez, Sam Houston State University, Class of 2011 Student Ambassador
BP Scholarship Presentation Alonso Mago, Reservior Engineer, Pompano & Marlin Base Management - Deep Water, BP
Houston Community College Dr. Diana Pino, Vice Chancellor for Student Services, HCC Scholarship Presentation Luis Ruiz, Marketing Manager, Kroger
HHF Welcoming Message and Ramiro G. Fonseca, President, Houston Hispanic Forum Recognition Major Sponsors, Special Guests and Board of Directors
Special Instructions Melissa Y. Martinez, HHF Board Member, Director of College Access and Scholarships, Project Grad
Dismissal to Panel Sessions Students in Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 proceed to the Panel Sessions Students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 remain seated for the Middle School Program
7 What to do at Career Day
8:00 AM to 9:45 AM Opening Ceremonies Exhibit Hall B3, 3rd Floor
9:45 AM to 10:30 AM Middle School Program, Exhibit Hall B3
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Panel Sessions, Meeting Rooms, Third Floor Students and parents are encouraged to attend the panel sessions. Please consult the Color Panel Guide for topics. A map of the third floor and panel guide are presented in the center of this book. Please arrive on time, as you will not be allowed to interrupt sessions in progress.
10:30 AM to 1:00 PM Lunch, George Bush Ballroom, Third Floor
Sponsored by: Texas Southern University Drinks: Courtesy of Rice University
Lunch Entertainment: Ambassadors International Ballet Folklorico – Nelly Fraga, Director Artistic Director: Belen Cazarez Las Americas Ballet Folklorico Jack Velasquez, B.A., Public Relations Artistic Director: Gustavo Gallardo, M.Ed. Mariachi Hermosura Juvenil Eva Rosas, Director Artistic Director: Jose Longoria Texas Salsa Congress Dancers Artistic Directors: Vanessa Pinon Lauro Lopez
Lunch #1 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM All middle school students and parents (un-marked programs)
Lunch #2 11:15 AM – 12:00 Noon All 9th grade students and parents (un-marked programs)
Lunch #3 12:00 Noon – 12:30 PM All 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students and parents (red-marked programs)
Lunch #4 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM All 10th, 11th and 12th grade students and parents (black-marked programs)
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Exhibit Area open in Hall A3, Third Floor High school students may visit the Exhibit Area from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Middle school students may visit the Exhibit Area from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de Impuestos (if you meet the qualifications) Room 360 B/C/E/F
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza on the 3rd floor. Juniors, seniors and parents are invited to stop by to learn more about college financing. Fill out your FAFSA Form online. Go online to fill out your Apply Texas Application Form. Learn more about how to enter the college of your choice.
8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Free childcare in Room 310 F, 3rd floor, for children under 6th grade.
8 Middle School Program
10:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Middle School Program begins, Exhibit Hall B 3 Phylisse’ London, Counselor, Galena Park ISD
10:06 a.m. - 10:16 a.m. Tyrone Smith First and Goal, Inc., CEO and President, former San Francisco 49er
10:17 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. S. Wilson Hall Singer, Writer, Composer of Houston, Texas “The World Greatest” by R. Kelly
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Lunch is served - sponsored by Texas Southern University Drinks - courtesy of Rice University George Bush Ballroom (3rd floor)
Middle and High School Panel Sessions
11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON Academic Profile/Perfil Académico (bilingual) – Room 320 C 12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM
11:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Career Exploration – Room 320 A
12:00 NOON to 1:00 PM College Opportunities in High School – Room 320 D
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success – Room 320 E 11:00 AM to 12:00 NOON 12:00 NOON to 1:00 PM
1:10 PM – 3:00PM Middle School students may attend general panel sessions and Exhibit Hall on 3rd floor
9 Table of Contents
Panels 11-21
Exhibitors 25
2010-2011 Houston Hispanic Forum Board of Directors 26
Our Generous Contributors 30
Sponsor Logos 32
Career and Education Day Media Acknowledgment 33
Student Questionnaire 35
Houston Hispanic Forum Membership Application 37
Panelists 39
Planning Committee 45
FAFSA Information 48 Important Information
To qualify for a prize drawing, a student must attend three (3) panel sessions. The Student Questionnaire form in the back of the program book should be stamped at the end of each panel session to verify attendance. Further, if the Student Questionnaire is dropped in the survey box, you will get a coupon for a FREE pizza from
Disclaimer: The Houston Hispanic Forum (HHF) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization promoting awareness, understanding, and dialogue about the issues affecting the Hispanic Community and the community at large. HHF reserves the right to refuse any applicant for exhibit space at Career and Education Day (CED). HHF further reserves the right to restrict displays or exhibits which, because of noise, methods of operation, materials, or for any reason, including but not limited to being deemed offensive or inappropriate for CED and the target age group and audience, become objectionable. HHF also reserves the right to restrict, prohibit and/or remove any display or exhibit that, in the opinion of HHF, detracts from the general character or the appearance of the exposition. In the event of such restrictions, prohibition or removal, HHF will not be liable for any refunds and/or other exhibit expenses. Additionally, the materials, whether displays, exhibits, or otherwise, at CED do not reflect the views, policies, opinions, or endorsement of HHF, and HHF makes no representation concerning and does not guarantee the source, originality, accuracy, completeness or reliability of any statement, information, data, finding, interpretation, advice, opinion, or view presented.
10 Careers at NASA Johnson 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Space Center Performing Artist Vocalist – Vanessa Cerda Alonzo Coordinator: Julie Mules Radio/NPR – Elizabeth Bailey Sosa Room 351 D Dancer/Choreographer – Armando Silva Instrumental Music Educator/Mariachi – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Maria Sandoval George Salazar John Cobarruvias Moderator: Armando Silva Debbie Trainor 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM John Cobarruvias Accordianist-Los Pistoleros; Music Educator – Debbie Trainor Robert Rodriguez George Salazar Performing Artist Vocalist – Vanessa Cerda Alonzo Carlos Pagan Ethnomusicologist/(Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi) – Estevan Azcona, PhD 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Dancer/Choreographer – Armando Silva George Salazar Aaron Paz Moderator: Armando Silva Alma Stephanie Tapia
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Careers in Culinary Arts George Salazar (Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston) Aaron Paz Coordinator: Jasmine Celeita Alma Stephanie Tapia Room 351 A
Careers in Arts and Cultural Arts 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Courtesy of MECA – Multicultural Education and 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Counseling through the Arts) Learn about fields of study specializing in the Coordinator: Alice Valdez following: Baking & Pastry (AAS), Restaurant & Room 351 B Catering Management (AAS), Culinary Arts (AAS), Culinary Management (BS), Food & Beverage 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Management (BS)
Ballet Folklorico Director/Performer – Julio Lopez Presenter: Sandra Cook Visual Artist/Educator – Diana Muñiz Actor/Arts Administrator/Educator – Richard Reyes Arts Administrator/Houston Arts Alliance – Careers in Fashion Crystal Benavides (Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston) Coordinator: Jasmine Celeita Moderator: Liz Salinas Room 351 C
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Author – Gwendolyn Zepeda Actor/Arts Administrator/Educator – Richard Reyes Learn about careers in Fashion Design (BFA), Fashion Ballet Folklorico Director/Performer —Julio Lopez & Retail Management (BS) Visual Artist/Educator – Diana Muñiz Presenter: Brittany Swatzell Moderator: Liz Salinas
11 Careers in Graphic Design Careers in Banking (Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston and Houston (Courtesy of Wells Fargo Bank) Community College) Coordinator and Moderator: Erica Contreras Coordinator: Jasmine Celeita Room 371 A Room 351 F 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Senior Legal Counsel – Reuben Casarez 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Senior Relationship Associate – Eric Gonzales
Learn about careers in Graphic Design (BFA), Interior 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Design (BFA), Design & Technical Graphics (BS) Business Relationship Manager – Kicker Cardenas Industry Specialist – Michelle Valencia Presenters: Kelly Bennett and Reginald Leathers Senior Trust Administrator – Olga Villaseñor 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Careers in Media Arts Vice President International Group – Elvia Daley (Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston and Business Banking Manager – Oscar Martinez Houston Community College) Coordinator: Jasmine Celeita 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Room 351 E Personal Banker – Roberto Hernandez Store Manager – Luis Guerra 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Business Career Choices (Courtesy of National Society of Hispanic MBAs) Learn about careers in media arts which include: Animation (BFA), Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Coordinator: Mickie Treviño (BS), Web Design & Interactive Media (BFA), Audio Room 371 B Production (BS), Digital Filmmaking & Video Production(BFA), Photography (BFA) 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Careers in Human Resources Presenter: Joe Francisco and Reni Abraham Hiring – Nancy Molina Human Resource Manager – Adriana Holt Recruiter – Carlos A. Fernandez A Day in the Life of an Engineer Talent Acquisition – Willie French (Courtesy of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, SHPE–Houston Chapter) Moderator: Emmy Hernandez Coordinator and Moderator: Isaac Tapia Room 381 A 11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON Careers in Finance/Banking & Accounting Come see and hear what engineers do on a daily Auditor - Richard Martinez basis. SHPE members/volunteers will present what Finance Manager – Melissa Marchand they do on a daily basis, to help students understand Tax Consultant – Juan Betencourt what it will take to become an engineer, and answer Director – Oscar Garza your questions. Moderator: Gabriel Rodela 10:00 AM–11:00 AM, 11:00 AM –12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM –2:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Management, Strategy & Operations You will hear from a: Business Administration Department Chair – Mechanical Engineer Petroleum Engineer Dr. Rudy Soliz Aerospace Engineer Geophysicist LTSA Project Manager – Guillermo Suarez Civil Engineer Electrical Engineer Manager of Operations – Diana L. Vasquez Project Manager – Juan Cruz Presenters: Jesse Lobos Moderator: Marie Bergeron Jesse Ramos Isaac Tapia
12 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Introduction: Careers in Forensic Science — Marketing, Public Relations & Sales David Gangitano, Ph.D. Marketing – Cesar Saldivia Marketing Manager – Daniel Velasco Forensic Biology: DNA and Beyond — Shahida Strategic Marketing Analyst – Ana Mena Flores, B.S. Forensic Chemistry: Drugs, Toxicology, Trace Careers in and with Evidence and More — Francisco Ortiz, B.S. Foreign Languages (Courtesy of Sam Houston State University) Physical Science: Fingerprints, Firearms, Investigations and Bones — Mallory Foster, B.S. Coordinator: Debra Andrist, Ph.D. Room 361 D Careers in the Geosciences 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM What’s Down There? Coring the Earth-GeoFORCE Team Careers in/with Foreign Languages – (Courtesy of Shell Oil) Dr. Debra D. Andrist Coordinators: Michael Alvarez and Lindsay Stephens Pacific Rim Languages – Drs. Zong Ping Peng and Shamshad Zaidi Moderators: Ericka Rice and Michael Alvarez Germanic, French and Arabic Languages – Room 371 D Drs. James Frankki, Shirin Edwin and Professor Rafik Slama 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Spanish – Drs. Rafael Saumell Muñoz, Enrique 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Mallén, Kay Raymond, Frieda Koeninger, Al Policarpo and Professor Ray Rentería Learn about career opportunities in the Geosciences field. What’s Down There? Coring the Earth… The 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM GeoFORCE Team we will set up a hands-on learning activity that involves making your own core sample. Careers in Education: Curriculum and Instruction – Dr. Bobby Ezell Presenters: Becoming an Elementary or Secondary Teacher Mantez A. McDonald Paul Ontiveros 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Careers in Education: Language, Literacy and Special Careers in Government Populations, particularly bilingual/ESL teaching, Coordinator and Moderator: John L. Martinez elementary education and special education Room 371 E
Dr. Helen Berg 10:00 AM–11:00 AM Dr. Mary Petrón Ensuring Homeland Security for the Houston Postal Service – Armando Entenza Careers in Forensic Science: Skills needed to Manage an office for 1/2 the The Real CSI Country – David Garza (Courtesy of Sam Houston State University, College of Criminal Justice) Planning and Developing, City of Houston – Diana Ponce De Leon Coordinator and Moderator: David Gangitano, Ph.D. Room 381 B Working for the DEA – Pedro Ayarzagoitia
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 11:00 AM– 12:00 PM Participants will gain an understanding of the What it takes working for the U.S. Citizenship & major disciplines of forensic science, what forensic Immigration Service – Jimmy Jackson scientists actually do, and how to pursue a career in forensic science. How to become an OSHA Safety Specialist – Mark Hernandez
13 Investigator Qualifications for the DOL – Rewarding Careers in Social Johnny Rodriguez Services Ensuring Homeland Security for the Houston Postal (Courtesy of DePelchin Children’s Center) Service – Armando Entenza Coordinator and Moderator: Patricia Martinez Planning and Developing, City of Houston – Room 371 C Misty A. Staunton 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM , 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM What it takes working for the U.S. Citizenship & Counseling Careers — Helping Others for Immigration Service – Jimmy Jackson a Living Gaye Schaefer, M.A., LPC How to become an OSHA Safety Specialist – Mark Hernandez Careers in Emotional Well-being — Working with Families Investigator Qualifications for the DOL – Maria Lemus, M.S., LMFT Johnny Rodriguez Careers at YMCA Skills needed to Manage an office for 1/2 the (Courtesy of the YMCA of Greater Houston ) Country – David Garza
Planning and Developing, City of Houston – Coordinator and Moderator: Gena Babineaux Misty A. Staunton Room 371 F
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON Ensuring Homeland Security for the Houston Postal 12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Service – Armando Entenza Learn about careers at the YMCA: Skills needed to Manage an office for 1/2 the YMCA Day Camp Counselor Country – David Garza Lifeguard Child Care Counselor Planning and Developing, City of Houston – Diana Ponce De Leon Presenters: Marie Arcos, DeAndra Edwards, Lee Working for the DEA – Pedro Ayarzagoitia Elliott, Joe Gomez, Gloria Guzman, Gina Martinez Peterson, Liz Ramos. Legal Professions Careers in Education Coordinator and Moderator: Judge Lamar McCorkle (Courtesy of Houston Counseling Association) Room 361 F Coordinator: Karen J. Jones 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Room 372 A Attorney – Itze Soliz-Matthews Former Presiding Judge Municipal Court Judge – 10:00 AM -11:00 AM Honorable Berta Mejia High School Administrator – Daniel Sheppard Sr. Corporate Attorney – Greg Luna Community College Operations Officer – Attorney in Private Practice – Renato Santos Dr. Diana Gonzalez-Castillo Solutions for Change Therapist – 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Debra Rimmer-Mayorga Law Professor/Municipal Court Judge – Ana Otero High School Spanish Teacher – Martin Saucedo Attorney – Itze Soliz-Matthews Sr. Litigation and Operation Council Associate – 11:00 AM -12:00 PM Jerry Garcia Community College Operations Officer – Attorney – Sergio Selvera Dr. Diana Gonzalez-Castillo High School Math Teacher – Patricia McMorris High School Administrator – Daniel Sheppard Solutions for Change Therapist – Debra Rimmer- Mayorga
14 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Middle School Counselor – Sharon Takahashi General Session: High School Math Teacher – Patricia McMorris Applying to college under SB 1528 – High School Spanish Teacher – Martin Saucedo Tara Monson and Linda Patlan Solutions for Change Therapist – Debra Rimmer- Mayorga Apply for financial aid under SB 1528 – Maria Luna-Torres 1:00PM - 2:00 PM Middle School Counselor – Sharon Takahashi Scholarship information for SB 1528 – High School Spanish Teacher – Martin Saucedo Kenneth J. Schipper High School Counselor – Yolanda C. Lewis Legalization of immigrant students--Updates on the DREAM ACT – Edilsa Lopez Continuing Education: ESOL & GED (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Coordinator: Nadia Nazarenko Special Programs for Immigrant Students Room 361 C Juanel Sippio Rene Garcia 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lettie Raab Amparo Isaza-Navarrete Continuing Education: Careers in Monica Piquet-Rodriguez Rebecca Treviño Cosmetology (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Coordinator: General Session: Room 361 C Applying to college under SB 1528 – Guadalupe Cantu
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Apply for financial aid under HB SB 1528 – 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Angelica Vega Immigrant Students: Scholarship information for SB 1528 students – Marlene Rubin, M. Ed. Opportunities for Higher Education (State Law SB 1528 - Financial Aid and Legalization of immigrant students--Updates on the College Admissions) DREAM ACT – Betty McGinnis Coordinators: David Johnston, Ivonne Moreira, Alejandra Rincón, Ph.D, Cynthia Santos and Information for Parents of College Donajih Robles Bound Students (Información Moderators: Omar Lopez, Yadira Lopez and Sandy para Padres sobre las Carreras Christian Reyes Room: 370 A/B/D/E/F Universitarias de sus Hijos) Coordinator: Patricia I. Cabrera 10 AM – 11:00 AM Room 370 C General Session: Applying to college under SB 1528 – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Silvia Valdez and Patricia Santos Planning for Graduation and Beyond: Steps to Success – Sara Rodriguez, Albert Perez, Apply for financial aid under SB 1528 – Matthew Rosas Maria Luna-Torres Session presented in English with Spanish Interpreter
Scholarship information for SB 1528 – 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Kenneth J. Schipper How to Obtain Financial Assistance for Your Child’s University – Roseann Blanco Legalization of immigrant students--Updates on the Session presented in English with Spanish Interpreter DREAM ACT – Christian Reyes
15 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM College Pathways to a Preparing Your Child for College – Alma Lara Session presented in English with Spanish Interpreter Bachelor’s Degree (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Coordinator: Rosario Martinez-Castillo, Ph.D. El Plan de Graduación para una Carrera Room 362 D Universitaria-Dinorah Ramos Sesión presentada en Español 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Rosario Martinez-Castillo Parent 101: Empowering Parents Veronica Rivas to Become College Advisors Debra Britton (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) Coordinator and Moderator: Juan B. Garcia Benefits of Attending a Room 361 A Community College (Courtesy of Houston Community College) 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Debra Britton Coordinator: Rodney McLaurin Juan B. García Moderator: Dr. Diana Pino Rito Silva Room 320 F
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM “Woman to Woman”- College and 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Career Planning (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) According to the College Board, 46 percent of all college students attend a community college. Coordinator and Moderator: Nadia Nazarenko Attend this information session and learn why every Room 361 A student graduating from high school should always consider a community college as their first choice in 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM pursuing higher education. Liz Maloney Nadia Nazarenko Session topics: Martha Neely Workforce Programs – Dr. Reynaldo Garay Affordability and Financial Aid – Paul Negrete “Man to Man”- College and Student Life/Recreational Sports – Troy Jefferson Career Planning (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) Path to an Education / Camino a Coordinator and Moderator: Elvis Parada la Universidad Room 361 A Coordinator: Elma Gonzalez Moderator: Roderick Jonkins 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Room 330 A/B Jack Hernandez Richard Lewis 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Elvis Parada 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Paying for Your Careers (Disability, Why go to College? – Lettie Raab Veteran and others) Choosing a College – Alvin Johnson, Jr. and (Courtesy of Lone Star College System) Guillermo Rodriguez Applying to College – Linda Patlan Coordinator: Ana Moros Paying for College – Eric Andrews Room 361 B
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Barbara DeBenedictis John Denton Ana Moros 16 Student Life at a Careers in Journalism –Television Community College and Print Professions (Courtesy of Houston Community College) (Courtesy of Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals - HAHMP) Coordinator: Rodney McLaurin Room 320 B Coordinator: Sybil Monciváis Sánchez Moderator: Jaime R. Martinez 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Room 362 A 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Hear from student life coordinators about life on News Anchor – Bill Balleza the campus of a community college. Learn about News Reporter – Erik Barajas student activities, student government and other Spanish News Anchor/Reporter – Daniel Morales activities that contribute to the most rewarding News Reporter – Alexander Sanz college experience. 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Presenters: Producer/Reporter – María Corrales Tiffany Flenoy Managing Editor – Jesús Del Toro Lorie Freeman Producer – Tiffany Rubio-Maxian Tara Webb News Reporter –- Alexander Sanz Regina Wilson 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Opportunities at the United States Reporter – Nefertiti Jáquez On-Air Talent – Nayeli Escamilla Service Academies Weather Anchor – Carlos Alejandro Robles U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM U. S. Naval Academy Alternate Host & Co-Executive Producer – Claudia Deschamps Coordinator: Mary Ogden Show Host & Executive Producer – Moderator: Rick Mawdsley Mariné Hernández Room 372 D Careers in Radio Broadcasting 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM & Production 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Coordinator: Jason Vasquez Session Content: Room 362 B • Five Pointed Star Video - Overview of Academies’ Programs 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM - Curriculum, Academy Life & Career Promotions Coordinator – Clarissa Rodriguez Opportunities Production/ Creative Director – Alberto Rodriguez Client Services Director – Nestor Enriquez • Panel Discussion and Question & Answer Period - Focus on Admission Requirements, Academy Life Moderator: Julio Martinez & Career Opportunities and Commitment 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Presenters: Morning Show Host – Eli Escobar Mary Ogden Afternoon Drive Host – Dave Morales Rick Mawdsley Morning Show Host – Ivan Trujillo
Moderator: Liz Becerril
17 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Production/Creative Director – Nelson Vanegas Graduate School of Biomedical Research – Publisher – Lolbe Corona Dr. Tom Goka Producer/On-Air Talent/Board Operator – School of Health Information Sciences – Mario Gomez Dr. Jorge Herskovic Dental Branch (Cosmetic Dentistry) – Moderator: Nestor Enriquez Dr. Joe Ontiveros School of Nursing – Dr. Elda Ramirez 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM DJ – Dave Morales 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Board Operator – Julio Martinez Dental Branch (Prosthodontics) – Dr. Sergio Ortegon Promotions Director – Jason Vasquez School of Health Information Sciences – Dr. Adol Esquivel Moderator: Jason Vasquez School of Public Health – Debra Rios. (Doctoral Student in Health Promotion and Behavioral Careers in Adolescent Medicine, Sciences) Dental Branch Clinical – Ms. Margo Melchor RDH, Adolescent Health and Career M.Ed., Paths in Social Work and Nutrition Asst. Professor and Director of Community Outreach (Courtesy of Baylor College of Medicine) 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Coordinator: Albert C. Hergenroeder, MD School of Public Health –- Dr. Liliana Escobar-Chaves Room 340 A Dental Branch (Dental Student) – Carlos Carrion Dental Branch (Dental Hygiene Student) – Laura 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Huertas School of Nursing-(Student)
You will hear from graduate students in several fields including nutrition, nursing, public health, or Academic Profile/Perfil Académico social work and physicians will present their career – Prepare for College choice to work with teenagers specifically. This (Bilingual) session is intended for those interested in health careers specifically working with youth and young Coordinator: Ruby J. Rivera adults with a variety of medical and other problems. Room 320 C
Presenters: Do you want to prepare for college classes Graduate Students and fellow from the Baylor College beginning in middle school? Come and learn how of Medicine, Leadership Education in Adolescent to prepare for college by taking rigorous courses Health Training Program (LEAH) in middle school and find out how to earn college credit hours in high school.
Health Professions at UT-Health 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Science Center at Houston Graduation Plan & Course Selection – Coordinator and Moderator: Margo Melchor, Denise Alcover RDH, M.Ed. Dual Credit & AVID – Shelley McKinley Room 340 B Pre-AP and AP – Esti Arriaga
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM School of Nursing – Dr. Elda Ramirez Anti-Bullying Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences – Coordinator: Ruby Rivera Dr. Tom Goka Room: 320 E Dental Branch (Cosmetic Dentistry) – Dr. Joe Ontiveros 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Presenters: Myrta Fariza Peter Messiah Ilka J. Rosado
18 Career Exploration How can volunteer activities frame one’s direction (Courtesy of Houston Community College) in life? – Sydney Nguyen Coordinator: Rodney McLaurin Highlights of the importance of civic engagement, Room 320 A explaining how volunteers can help increase participation in the democratic process – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Michael Espinoza 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Unique ways in which well-known personalities can Understanding job market demands and careful encourage community service – Juan “Baby Bull” planning of career goals wil guarantee an Diaz opportunity for greater earning potential. Learn more from these career planning, enrollment Latino Students Sharing services and job placement professionals. Experiences of their Journeys Presenters: to College Carolyn Davis Coordinator: Ruben Rodriguez Sergio Contreras Room 352 D Tambela Franklin Dora Campa 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM College Opportunities in High School HSF Scholarships for Students and Parents – (Courtesy of Houston Community College) Jonathan Barona Preparing for College – University of Houston- Coordinator: Rodney McLaurin Downtown Room 320 D Finding money for college – Texas A&M University The importance of being involved – Austin 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Community College 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Student sharing their immigrant experiences – University of Texas at San Antonio Learn about the many opportunities available Preparing for High School to students to earn college credit in high school. Discover the benefits and learn about the Moderator: Ruben Rodriguez partnerships that work together to save you hundreds and in some cases, thousands of dollars ¿ towards earning your college credit. Padres Responsables - Culpables o No Culpables? Presenters: Coordinator: Manuel “Marcello” Marini Justin G. Fuentes – High School Principal Room 342 D Samuel West – College Cononection Dual Credit Maryalice Wills – P-16 Educational Partnerships 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Educación vs. Enseñanza Building Strong Communities – Ing. Fernando Guzman Daniel Di Cesare Community Service Volunteers Dr. Raul Cuero Working Toward a Better America Dra. Virginia Baxt (Courtesy of The League of Women Voters Daniel Dominguez Education Fund) Moderador: Marcello Marini Coordinator: Linda Cohn Room 361 F
How can community service play a part in career development? – Presented by students representing the University of Houston’s Hobby Center for Public Policy
19 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Bilingual Computer Training No se…y No Entiendo Qué Hago..? (Courtesy of Instituto de Computación ABCS) Rosario Guzman Ing. Fernando Guzman Coordinator: Jorge Ferragut, Sr. Daniel Di Cesare Room 350 B Irma Sanchez 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dr. Raul Cuero 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Learn of opportunities for Hispanics through Moderador: Daniel Dominguez Bilingual Computer Training. In less than 8 months 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM and at affordable costs, Hispanics can obtain Jóvenes que sí pueden y son ejemplos technical certification in vocational technical careers, Prof. Hector A. Rodriguez D. allowing them to contribute to the workforce with Fernando y Rosario their learned technical knowledge needed in the Daniel Di Cesare global economy. Arol Vincent Claudia y Padres Responsables Ezequiel Vincent Arol Presenters: César Rincón Moderador: Marcello Marini Evelio Fernandez Jorge Ferragut, Sr. 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Pavel Zuloaga Cómo evitamos las “Malas” Compañías? Prof. Hector A. Rodriguez D. Careers in Oil and Gas for the Marcello Marini Rosario and Fernando Guzmán 21st Century Irma Sánchez Coordinator: Jose Rivas Elizabeth Ozuna Room 350 C Moderador: Marcello Marini 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success Presenters: (Courtesy of State Farm Insurance) Gaby Paez Jose Rivas Coordinator: Angelica M Vasquez German E. Ortega Room 342 A Frank Rodriguez John Londoño Ph.D. 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Choices You Can Make Today for Financial Success — Cesar Saldivia Process Technology, an Education This is a dynamic session focusing on tackling that PAY$ students’ financial choices today and how they can impact their financial success in the future. Coordinator: Ericka Rice Room 350 A 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM What Do I Major In During This Economy? — 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Angelica Vasquez 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Choose the right major to guarantee job placement after college. What sectors are hiring and what Presenters: sectors are firing? Alex Rivera Dorothy Ortega Glenn Johnson Michael Kuku Walter Newby
20 “Science, Technology, Engineering and Math” - STEM in the Oil & Gas business (Courtesy of BP) Coordinator and Moderator: Fabio Aparicio Room 350 F
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM A Colombian High School Student’s Dream – Ivan Pinzon Life is a Challenge! – Reinel Solano Why Not? – Adriana Soltero Who me, an Engineer? – Raudel Vela
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Oil & Gas in Deepwater Gulf of Mexico – Alvaro Carroll A Columbian High School Student’s Dream – Ivan Pinson Why Not? – Adriana Soltero Who me, an Engineer? – Raudel Vela
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Prepare for an Exciting Future – Victor Peña Is Engineering Right for Me? – Marian Rivera Signs of a Future Engineer – Victoria Rodrigues What a Journey!!! – Luis Suarez
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Dream High!!! – Fabio Aparicio Why Higher Education? – Freddy Garcia Is Engineering Right for Me? – Marian Rivera Signs of a Future Engineer – Victoria Rodrigues
21 How to Get the Most from Career Day
Follow these simple suggestions!
• Keep your program handy throughout the day. It is your guide to everything that is happening at Career Day, including the panel sessions and lunch schedules.
• 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders should quietly leave the room following the Opening Ceremonies to attend the hourly panel sessions. Use your program to plan the panel sessions you would like to visit.
• 6th, 7th and 8th graders should remain in the same room after Opening Ceremonies for a special Middle School Program.
• The Exhibit Hall A-3 on the 3rd Floor is open to high school students from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and to middle school students from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.
• Go quickly from place to place. Don’t waste your time wandering around the halls.
• Be sure you know your instructions for meeting your group to return home.
• Report lost persons or things to the Information Booth on the 3rd floor.
• Please attend lunch ONLY during your assigned time. Check page 9 for the lunch schedule.
• At the TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza, you can learn more about financing your education and how to enter the college of your choice. It is located on the 3rd floor.
22 The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza – 3rd Floor
The 2011 TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza is designed to give you information and counseling services specific to your situation. We designed a plan to walk you through the critical steps in the college admission and financial aid processes and help you reach your goal of enrollment in a college or university of your choice.
Financial Aid Basics: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Room 350 D/E How to pay for college is a common concern for most students. The good news is that there is financial aid available to help you afford college. All students are encouraged to attend this panel discussion and learn what you need to know to fund your college career. Discussions will include the application process, types of aid received, how long the process takes, and your rights and responsibilities as a student. Panelists will also discuss what to expect in the coming weeks and months leading up to your first day in college.
Getting Financially Savvy: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Room 350 D/E All students are invited to participate in “Needs and Wants,” an energetic, interactive session delivering basic money smart information to you that you can use right now. It’s a fun and simple approach to becoming financially savvy. In this session we will talk about the needs and wants in your lives and how to prioritize what counts. You play games that will help you walk the walk all the way to success in your education and career. Come join us and get smart – money smart – it may be just what you need!
Admissions and Financial Aid Counseling: Get Help Now! (Pre-Lab) Rooms 360A/D This is your chance to meet with admissions and financial aid professionals from many different colleges and universities. They will meet with you and your family in one-on-one or small group sessions to answer your questions about college admissions, paying for college, and discuss matters specific to your situation. Here you will get ready for the Online admissions application (Apply Texas), admissions requirements, and completing the FAFSA.
Admissions and FAFSA Online Computer Lab Rooms 360 B/C/E/F
Supported by AdventuresinEducation (www.AIE.org)
This internet-ready computer lab is designed for seniors (parents are also welcome). TG will provide personal computer laptops and a team of experts will assist you get “college ready” by applying for a personal Identification Number (PIN) for financial aid and begin the online search for scholarships. You can also begin to complete the FAFSA Online (http://www.FAFSA.gov) or online admissions application for Texas public colleges and universities (http://www.ApplyTexas.org). College experts in financial aid and admissions will be available at the computer lab to answer your questions or guide you through these online applications.
23 The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza – 3rd Floor (continued)
Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de Impuestos Coordinator: Neighborhood Tax Centers Room 360 B/C/E/F
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (On-going) Have your taxes prepared at no cost by Neighborhood Tax Centers (neighborhood-centers.org/tax). Parents and working students are encouraged to bring their tax documents for free, fast and accurate tax preparation. . FREE tax preparation . FREE e-filing for FAST refunds . FREE direct deposit . FREE assistance with ITINs
Los centros de impuestos de Neighborhood Centers (Neighborhood-centers.org/tax) pueden prepararle su declaración de impuestos sin costo alguno. Sugerimos a los padres de familia y estudiantes que traigan la documentación correspondiente para preparles su declaración de impuestos de forma gratuita, rápida y exacta. . Elaboración de la declaración de impuestos GRATIS . Envío electrónico GRATIS de la declaración para que reciba más RÁPIDO su reembolso . Depósito directo GRATIS . Asistencia GRATUITA para pedir el Número de Identificación Personal del Contribuyente (ITIN)
After the event, call 2-1-1 for a Neighborhood Tax Center location near you. All services are FREE. Después del evento, llame al 2-1-1 para localizar el centro de impuestos más cercano. Nuestros servicios son GRATUITOS.
Neighborhood Tax Centers are a service of Neighborhood Centers Inc. Los centros de impuestos son un servicio de Neighborhood Centers Inc.
Clark, Julie – Operations Coordinator and Credit Union Liaison, Neighborhood Centers Inc. Perna, Maritza – Community Relations Manager, Neighborhood Centers Inc. Rodriguez, Christina – Tax Services Coordinator, Neighborhood Centers Inc. Townsend, Allison – Assistant Director, Neighborhood Centers Inc.
24 Exhibitor List (as of January 27, 2011)
COLLEGES / UNIVERSITIES • University of Houston Downtown College of Business • American InterContinental University o College of Humanities and Social Sciences • Columbia College Chicago, IL o College of Public Service • Concordia University o College of Science and Mathematics • Culinary Institute Lenotre* o Office of Admissions • DeVry University o Office of Student Activities • Galveston College o Scholars Academy • Houston Community College o Scholarships & Financial Aid • Lamar University o Sports & Recreation Center • LeTourneau University o • University of Houston-Victoria • Lone Star College System • University of New Orleans, LA • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) • University of St. Thomas • Northwestern University, IL • University of Texas at Austin • Prairie View A & M University • West Point – United States Military Academy, NY o University College/ACCESS o School of Architecture BUSINESSES/CORPORATIONS o Undergraduate Medical Academy • Remington College North Houston • Bank of America • Rice University • BP Petro-Technologists • Sam Houston State University • BBVA Compass Bank • CenterPoint Energy o Arts & Sciences Business Administration • Champions Education Center o • ConocoPhillips* o College of Criminal Justice College of Education • Energy Capital Credit Union o • Green Mountain Energy Company o College of Humanities & Social Sciences Departments of CHSS • KBR o • KQBU-Que Buena – 93.3FM o Graduate Studies Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships • La Prensa de Houston o • People’s Trust Federal Credit Union o Office of Undergraduate Admissions • San Jacinto College • Shell Oil Company • Texas A & M University • State Farm • Texas A & M University Corps of Cadets • The Boeing Company • Texas Southern University • Univision 45/TeleFutura 67 • Wells Fargo o BJ-ML School of Public Affairs College of Education o GOVERNMENT o College of Liberal Arts o College of Pharmacy/Health Sciences • City of Houston, Department of Public Works o College of Science and Technology • Congressman Gene Green, 29th District* o Hispanic Student Association* • Dept. of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) o Honors College • Harris County Democratic Party o JHJ School of Business* • Harris County Sheriff’s Office o Recruitment* • Houston Fire Department o School of Communication • METRO • Texas Chiropractic College • U.S. Department of Education • Texas Christian University • U.S. Department of Labor • Texas Women’s University • The Art Institute of Houston NON-PROFIT • The University of Texas Health Science Center • Air Force ROTC at Houston • Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston • The University of Texas Health Science Center at • First and Goal, Inc. Houston - School of Nursing • Gulf Coast Process Technology Alliance • The University of Texas School of Public Health • Gulf Coast Tech Prep • United Statess Air Force Academy, CO • Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals* • U. S. Coast Guard Academy, CT • Hispanic Genealogical Society of Houston • United States Naval Academy, MD • Hispanic Scholarship Fund* • University of Houston – Clear Lake • HLSR - Go Tejano Committee* • University of Houston • Mi Familia Magazine Graduate College of Social Work o • New Aspirations Academy Office of Admissions o • Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors College of Liberal Art and Social Sciences o • Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers – College of Pharmacy o Houston (SHPE) College of Technology o • TG* Cullen College of Engineering o • United Way of Greater Houston Conrad Hilton College of Hotel and o • YMCA of Greater Houston Restaurant Management o Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid *Indicates scholarship opportunities
25 Houston Hispanic Forum Board of Directors 2010-2011 Officers
Ramiro G. Fonseca – President Henry Pastrano – Vice President Eric E. Marin – Treasurer Norma Mouton, Ph.D. – Secretary Directors
Debra Andrist, Ph.D. Jose L. Cantu. M.S. Jorge Ferragut, Sr. Juan B. Garcia Rey Gonzales Melissa Y. Martinez Diana Pino, Ph.D. Jose V. Rendon Executive Director
Donna B. Lyttleton Advisory Board
Eduardo Aguirre • Lupita Armendariz Dionel Aviles, Ph.D. • Louis Bodmer Dorothy E. F.Caram, Ed.D. • Jenny R. Castañeda Sal Esparaza • Hon. D.V. Flores, P.E. Lupe Fraga • Hon. Sylvia R. Garcia Alberto R. Gonzales • Hon. Manuel Leal Gloria Delgado Leatherwood • Linda S. Magill, MD Hon. Vidal Martinez • Hon. Lamar McCorkle Hon. David Medina • David D. Medina Gasper Mir, III, CPA • Servando Ramos Celina Garza Ridge, CPA • Jerry Rios Manny Sanchez • J. Adan Treviño
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27 George R. Brown Convention Center
Exhibit Hall A3 B C F C F C F C F C F C 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. B E B E B E B E B E B Stage A A D A D A D A D A D A 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Seniors and Juniors 322 332 342 352 362 372 382 George Bush Grand Ballroom 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. B Exhibit Hall B3 B Lunchroom C F C F C F C All Levels l Opening Ceremonies l 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. B E B E B E 310B Assembly e 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. e Hall A D A D A D A a a Childcare Room 310 F Exhibitor c Middle School Program c 351 361 371 381 Registration 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. C F h h C F e e B E B E C F C F C F B B r r A D A D B E B E B E B D s s A A 310 320 A D A D A D A C 330 340 VIP/Hospitality 350 360 370 380 Student Entrance Registration Information Booth Corporate Volunteers Hall B3 Room 310 A/B/E/D HHF Offices Security Teacher/Counselor General Volunteers General Volunteers Admissions & Financial Panelist F5 F4 F3 F2 F1 Lost and Found 310 C Information A– L M – Z Aid Plazas
Second Floor
Entrance A- Exhibitors Entrance B - Students/Parents First Floor Entrance C - Guests/Panelists/Volunteers 1001 Avenida De Las Americas Parking
Room Page COLLEGE INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AEROSPACE AND AVIATION AND PARENTS Careers at NASA Johnson Space Center 351 D 11 Continuing Education: ESOL and GED 361 C 15 Continuing Education: Careers in Cosmetology 361 C 15 ARTS Immigrant Students: Opportunities for 370 A/B/D/E/F 15 Careers in Arts and Cultural Arts 351 B 11 Higher Education, (State Law Financial Careers in Culinary Arts 351 A 11 Aid and College Admissions SB 1528) Careers in Fashion 351 C 11 Information for Parents of College Bound 370 C 15 Careers in Graphic Design 351 F 12 Students (Información para padres Careers in Media Arts 351 E 12 sobre las Carreras Universitarias de sus Hijos) Parent 101: Empowering Parents to Become 361 A 16 College Advisors BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CAREERS Woman to Woman - College and 361 A 16 A Day in the Life of an Engineer 381 A/B 12 Career Planning Careers in Banking 371 A 12 Man to Man - College and Career Planning 361 A 16 Business Career Choices 371 B 12 Paying for Your Careers (Disability, 361 B 16 Careers in and with Foreign Languages 361 D 13 Veteran, & Others) Careers in Forensic Science: The Real CSI 381 C 13 College Pathways to a Bachelor’s Degree 362 D 16 Careers in the Geosciences 371 D 13 Careers in Government 371 E 13 Legal Professions 361 F 14 CAREER PATHS AT TEXAS COLLEGES Rewarding Careers in Social Services 371 C 14 AND UNIVERSITIES Careers at YMCA 371 F 14 Benefits of Attending a Community College 320 F 16 Path to an Education / Camino a la 330 A/B 16 CAREERS IN EDUCATION 372 A 14 Universidad (4-year College) Student Life at a Community College 320 B 17 George R. Brown Convention Center
Exhibit Hall A3 B C F C F C F C F C F C 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. B E B E B E B E B E B Stage A A D A D A D A D A D A 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Seniors and Juniors 322 332 342 352 362 372 382 George Bush Grand Ballroom 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. B Exhibit Hall B3 B Lunchroom C F C F C F C All Levels l Opening Ceremonies l 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. B E B E B E 310B Assembly e 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. e Hall A D A D A D A a a Childcare Room 310 F Exhibitor c Middle School Program c 351 361 371 381 Registration 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. C F h h C F e e B E B E C F C F C F B B r r A D A D B E B E B E B D s s A A 310 320 A D A D A D A C 330 340 VIP/Hospitality 350 360 370 380 Student Entrance Registration Information Booth Corporate Volunteers Hall B3 Room 310 A/B/E/D HHF Offices Security Teacher/Counselor General Volunteers General Volunteers Admissions & Financial Panelist F5 F4 F3 F2 F1 Lost and Found 310 C Information A– L M – Z Aid Plazas
Second Floor
Entrance A- Exhibitors Entrance B - Students/Parents First Floor Entrance C - Guests/Panelists/Volunteers 1001 Avenida De Las Americas Parking
United States Service Academies 372 D 17 OTHER Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Building Strong Communities – Community 361 E 19 Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy, Service Volunteers Working Toward and Naval Academy a Better America
Latino Students Sharing Experiences of 352 D 19 MEDIA ARTS their Journeys to College Careers in Journalism: 362 A 17 Padres Responsables ¿Culpables o 342 D 19 Television and Print Professionals No Culpables? Careers in Radio Broadcasting and Production 362 B 17 Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success 342 A 20
MEDICAL AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Careers in Adolescent Medicine, 340 A 18 Bilingual Computer Training 350 B 20 Adolescent Health, and Career Paths Careers in Oil and Gas for the 21st Century 350 C 20 in Social Work and Nutrition Process Technology, An Education that Pay$ 350 A 20 Health Professions at The University of 340 B 18 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – 350 F 21 Texas Health Science Center at Houston STEM in the Oil and Gas Business
MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL SESSIONS TG COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL Academic Profile/Perfil Académico – 320 C 18 Prepare for College AID PLAZA Anti-Bullying 320 E 18 Admissions and FAFSA Online Computer Lab 360 B/C/E/F 23 Career Exploration 320 A 19 Financial Aid Basics 350 D/E 23 College Opportunities in High School 320 D 19 Get Financially Savvy 350 D/E 23 Admissions and Financial Aid Counseling: 360 A/D 23 Get Help Now! (Pre-Lab) Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de 360 B/C/E/F 24 Impuestos Gratis Our Generous Contributors Chancellor Sponsor TG President Sponsors Houston Endowment Inc. Dean Sponsors ConocoPhillips Shell Oil Company Texas Southern University The Brown Foundation Professor Sponsors BP CenterPoint Energy Harriet and Joe Foster Foundation KBR People’s Trust Federal Credit Union The Simmons Foundation Wells Fargo Assistant Professor Sponsors P Twenty-One Foundation Port of Houston Authority Rice University State Farm Insurance Strake Foundation SYSCO Corporation Williams Brothers Construction Company, Inc. YMCA of Greater Houston Instructor Sponsors Aviles Engineering Dorothy E.F. Caram, Ed. D. Eric E. Marin HEB Henry Pastrano Patrick and Linda Magill Jose V. Rendon Ramiro Fonseca Rey and Santa Gonzales Union Pacific Foundation
30 Our Generous Contributors In-Kind 1st Response Medic Services Ambassadors International Ballet Folklorico ARAMARK Austin High School Army JROTC City of Houston, Convention and Entertainment Facilities First and Goal, Inc. Freeman Audio Visual and Decorating GOYA Harris County Sherrif Deputies HISD Transportation Departments Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals Houston Community College Communications Department HyperDesign Instituto De Computación ABCS Jeff Davis Hispanic Alumni Association Kroger Milby Hispanic Alumni Association Las Americas Ballet Folklorico Mariachi Hermosura Juvenil Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) Pizza Patron Sam Houston State University Jazz Ensemble Texas Salsa Congress Dancers University of Houston Downtown
31 32 Media Acknowledgement
PRINT TELEVISION THE ANAHUAC PROGRESS HCC-TV THE KATY NEWS HISD CHANNEL THE LEADER HOUSTON MEDIA SOURCE LA SUBASTA KHLM CHANNEL 43 TV INFORMA FAMILIAS LATINAS KRIV FOX 26 and KTXH UPN 20 GREENSHEET KTRK-TV ABC 13 HOUSTON CHRONICLE KZJL CHANNEL 61 HOUSTON CHRONICLE THIS WEEK HTV LA INFORMACION TELEMUNDO HOUSTON LA PRENSA DE HOUSTON UNIVISION 45/TELEFUTURA 67 THE HOUSTON BANNER MI FAMILIA MAGAZINE ONLINE PASADENA CITIZEN GENERATION TX (gentx.org) SEMANA HISD CONNECT SCHOLAR SPOT NEWSLETTER RADIO CLEARCHANNEL RADIO ESPN DEPORTES 1180 AM - SABADOS CON ZAVALA KLOL-FM MEGA 101 COX RADIO KLDE-FM 107.9 KKBQ-FM 92.9 KHPT-FM 106.9 KTHT-FM 97.1 KPFT 90.1 - FM Pacifica Radio Tejano and Proud Proyecto Latino Americano RADIO ONE KBXX - FM 97.9 The Box UNIVISION RADIO KLAT 1010 AM Party 93.3 FM KMJQ Majic 102.1 KROI Praise 92.1
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38 Panelists
Abraham, Reni – Faculty Department Chair, Houston Community College Alcover, Denise – Counselor, Secondary, Houston ISD Alvarez, Michael – WDI – Lead. Shell Oil Company Andrews, Eric – University of Houston Downtown Andrist, Dr. Debra D. – Chair of Foreign Languages, Sam Houston State University Aparicio, PMP & ITIL, Fabio – Business Information Coordinator, Centralized Developments Organization, IT&S Information Technology & Services, BP Araujo, Stephen – Performing Artist/Educator (Percussion) Arcos, Marie – Community Executive Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Arol, Ezequiel Vincent – Student Arol, Vincent and Claudia – Padres Responsables Arredondo, Erika – Student, Texas A & M University Arriaga, Esti – High School Improvement Officer, Houston ISD Ayarzagoitia, Pedro V. – Drug Enforcement Agency, Special Agent Azcona, Estevan, Ph.D, – Ethnomusicologist (Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi)-University of Houston Babineaux, Gena – Human Resource Generalist, YMCA of Greater Houston Balleza, Bill – News Anchor, KPRC Local 2 Barajas, Erik – News Reporter, KTRK-TV 13 Eyewitness News Barona, Jonathan – Program Officer, University Programs, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Barraza, Armida – Student, Austin Community College Baxt, Dra. Virginia – Amigas Latinas for College Foundation Becerril, Liz – Mid-day Host and PSA Director for Mega 101FM Benavides, Crystal – Arts Administrator, Houston Arts Alliance Bennett, Kelly – Senior High School Representative, The Art Institute of Houston Berg, Dr. Helen – Assistant Professor of Bilingual/English as a Second Language Education, SHSU Bergeron, Marie – Associate Director, Career Advisor, Professional and Executive Programs, Career Management Center, Rice University Betencourt, Juan – Tax Consultant, Deloitte Blanco, Rose Ann – Director, LULAC National Educational Service Center (LNESC) Bodden, Emily Rose – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Britton, Debra – Director, Academic Student Services, Lone Star College System Cabrera, Patricia I. – The Tejano Center for Community Concerns Camacho, German – Business Information Manager, E&P Learning, BP Campa, Dora – Career Planning & Job Resources Associate, Houston Community College Cantu, Guadalupe – Counselor Cantu, Jose L. – Director of Admissions and Recruitment, University of Houston-Downtown Carbajal, Merced – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Cardenas, Kicker, Business Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo Carrillo, Jose – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Carrion, Carlos – Dental Student, Dental Branch, UT Health Science Center-Houston Carroll, Alvaro – Engineering Team Lead - Pompano Hub - Gulf of Mexico, BP Casarez, Rueben – Senior Legal Counsel, Wells Fargo Celeita, Jasmine – Director of High School Programs, the Art Institute of Houston Cerda Alonzo, Vanessa – Performing Artis Vocalist Cobarruvias, John – Computer Engineer, NASA Johnson Space Center Cohn, Linda – The League of Women Voters Education Fund Contreras, Erica – Learning & Development Consultant/AVP, Wells Fargo Contreras, Sergio – Enrollment Services Assistant, Houston Community College Cook, Sandra – Culinary Specialist/High School Representative, the Art Institute of Houston Corona, Lolbe – Publisher, Univision Radio-Houston Corona, Thomas – Credit Investigator, Wells Fargo Corrales, María – Producer/Reporter, KXLN Univision “Noticias 45” Cruz, Carlos – Student, University of Houston Downtown Cruz, Juan – Project Manager, Spectra
39 Cuero, Dr. Raul – Prairie View University Daley, Elvia – Vice President International Group, Wells Fargo Davila, Marlyn – Student, University of Houston Downtown Davis, Carolyn – Job Placement Associate, Houston Community College DeBenedictis, Barbara – Student Support Specialist, Lone Star College System Del Toro, Jesús – Managing Editor, RUMBO Newspaper Denton, John – Senior Analyst - Lone Star College System Deschamps, Claudia – Alternate Host & Co-Executive Producer, Houston on The Move, HCCTV Di Cesare, Daniel – Christian Family Center Diaz, Angela – Student, Texas A & M University Diaz, Juan “Baby Bull” – Champion Boxer Diosdado, Sueyen – Student, University of Houston Downtown Dominguez, Daniel – Centro Familiar Cristiano Edwards, DeAndra – Social Responsibility Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Edwin, Dr. Shirin – Assistant Professor of French, Sam Houston State University Elliott, Lee – Director of Older Youth Programs, YMCA of Greater Houston Enriquez, Nestor – Client Services Director, Univision Radio - Houston Entenza, Armando – Homeland Security Coordinator, U.S. Postal Inspection Svc. Escamilla, Nayeli – On-Air Talent, TeleFutura KFTH 67 Escobar, Eli – Morning Show Host, “Ya Levantate” Escobar-Chaves, Dr. Liliana – Assistant Professor, School of Public Health, UT Health Science Center-Houston Espinoza, Michael – Texas Coordinator, Mi Familia Vota Esquivel, Dr. Adol – Director, Clinical Effectiveness and Performance Measurement, UT Health Science Center-Houston Ezell, Dr. Bobby – Associate Professor, College of Education, Sam Houston State University Fariza, Myrta – Contract Employee Safe Schools, Houston ISD Fernandez, Carlos A. – Senior Recruiter, The Methodist Hospital System Fernandez, Evelio – General Manager & Sr. Vice-President, Goya Foods of Texas, Inc. Ferragut, Sr., Jorge– President, ABCS Computer Institute Flenoy, Tiffany – Student Life Coordinator, Houston Community College Flores, Shahida – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University Foster, Mallory – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University Francisco, Joe – Senior High School Representative, The Art Institute of Houston Frankki, Dr. James – Assistant Professor of German, Sam Houston State University Franklin, Tambela – Job Placement Associate, Houston Community College Frausto, Rodrigo – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Freeman, Lorie – Student Life Coordinator, Houston Community College French, Willie – Director of Talent Acquisition, The Methodist Hospital System Fuentes, Justin G. – Principal, Challenge Early College High School, Houston ISD Gangitano, Ph.D.. David – MSFS Assistant Professor, Sam Houston State University Garay, Dr. Reynaldo – Dean, Student Development, Houston Community College Garcia, Alex – Student, Texas A & M University Garcia, Freddy – Finance & P2P Lead, North American Gas Finance, BP Garcia, Guadalupe – Student, Texas A & M University Garcia, Jerry – Senior Litigation and Operation Council Associate, Eagle Global Logistics Garcia, Juan B. – Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Success, Lone Star College System Garcia, Rene – Scholars Academy, University of Houston Downtown Garza, David – EEO Mgr. (Retired), U.S. Customs now Homeland Security Garza, Edgar – Conference Coordinator -GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Garza, Oscar – Director, Deloitte Goka, Dr. Thomas J. – Assistant Dean, UT Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Gomez, Joe – Group Maintenance Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Gomez, Mario – Producer/On-Air Talent/Board Operator Gonzales, Driana – Student, Austin Community College Gonzales, Eric – Senior Relationship Associate, Wells Fargo Gonzalez, Elma De Luna – Director Multicultural Affairs, Prairie View A&M University Gonzalez, Laura – Student, Texas A & M University Gonzalez-Castillo, Dr. Diana – Community College Operations Manager, Houston Community College
40 Gonzalez-Decou, Rosa – Outreach Worker, Houston ISD Gonzlaez, Edith – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Guerra, Luis – Store Manager, Wells Fargo Guzman, Gloria – School Age Enrichment Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Guzman, Ing. Fernando – Professional and Father Guzman, Rosario – Mother and Hispanic Professional Hergenroeder, M.D., Albert C. – Baylor College of Medicine Hernandez, Emmy – Recruiter, Texas A&M University Hernandez, Jack – Director, Advising and Counseling, Lone Star College System Hernández, Mariné – Show Host & Executive Producer, Houston on The Move, HCCTV Hernandez, Mark – Safety Specialist, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hernandez, Roberto – Personal Banker, Wells Fargo Herrera, Omar – Performing Artist/Classical Piano/Doctoral Studies, University of Houston Herskovic, Dr. Jorge – Assistant Professor, School of Health Information Sciences, UT Health Science Center-Houston Holt, Adriana – Corporate Human Resource Manager, Quanex Building Products Huertas, Laura – Dental Hygiene Student, Dental Branch, UT Health Science Center-Houston Isaza-Navarrete, Amparo – Recruitment Program Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences, Prairie View A&M University Jackson, Jimmy – Community Relations Officer, U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Jáquez, Nefertiti – Reporter, KPRC Local 2 Jefferson, Troy – Program Director, Recreational Sports, Houston Community College Johnson, Glenn – Training Manager, Sun Products Johnson, Jr., Alvin – University of Houston, Clear Lake Johnston, David – Director of College Access, Project GRAD Houston Jones, Karen J. – Counselor, Milby High School, Houston ISD Jonkins, Roderick – Prairie View A&M University Koeninger, Dr. Frieda – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Kuku, Michael – Director of Training, College of the Mainland Langston, Camilla – DePelchin Children’s Center Lara, Alma – Professor, University of Houston - Downtown Lawlace, Sally – Title III Counselor, Multilingual Programs Dept., Houston ISD Leathers, Reginald – Faculty, Digital Communication, Houston Community College Lemus, M.S., LMFT, Maria – Staff Clinician II, STAR Program; DePelchin Children’s Center Lewis, Richard – Program Coordinator, Minority Male Initiatives, Lone Star College System Lewis, Yolanda C. – High School Counselor, Retired Lightsy, Spencer – Director of International Student Programs, University of Houston-Downtown Lobos, Jesse – Member, SHPE Londoño Ph.D., John – Geophysicist, Shell Exploration & Production Company Lopez, Edilsa – Jóvenes Inmigrantes por un Futuro Mejor, University of Texas Student Lopez, Julio – Ballet Folklorico Director-MECA/(Dancer ) Lopez, MSW, Yadira – University of Houston - Downtown Alumni & University of Houston Alumni Lopez, Omar – Underwriter, Chase Bank Luna, Greg – Senior Corporate Attorney Luna-Torres, Maria – Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation, Director of Educational Finance Initiatives Mallén, Dr. Enrique – Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Maloney, Liz – Program Coordinator, Lone Star College System Mancilla, Jorge – Classical Guitarist-MECA/Science Educator Mapps, Lorianna – Assistant Director, Transfer & International Admissions, Office of Admissions, University of Houston Marchand, Melissa – Finance Manager, General Electric Marini, Manuel Marcello – Telemundo, Houston Martinez, Angela – Student, University of Houston Downtown Martinez, Jaime R. – Production Assistant, KTRK TV 13 Martinez, John L. – Diversity Initiatives, Specialist for Hispanic Programs, U. S. Postal Service Martinez, Julio – Board Operator, Univision Radio-Houston Martinez, Oscar – Senior Vice President/Business Banking Manager, Wells Fargo
41 Martinez, Patricia – Manager, Human Resources, DePelchin Children’s Center Martinez, Richard – Internal Audit Director, Luby’s Inc. Martinez-Castillo, Dr. Rosario – Director, Articulation Services and University Relations, Lone Star College System Mawdsley, Rick McCorkle, Judge Lamar – District Judge McDonald, Mantez A. – Staff Geologist, Shell Oil Company McGinnis, Betty – District Assistant, Office of State Representative Carol Alvarado McKinley, Shelley – College Prep Program Specialist, Houston ISD McLaurin, Rodney – Program Director, Student Service Initiatives, Houston Community College McMorris, Patricia – High School Math Teacher, Milby High School, Houston ISD Mejia, Honorable Berta – Former Presiding Municipal Court Judge Melchor, RDH, M.Ed., Ms. Margo Y. – Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Community Outreach, UTHSC-Houston Mena, Ana – Strategic Marketing Analyst, Gelb Consulting Merino, Robert – Director, Financial Aid, San Jacinto College Messiah, Peter – Mgr, Safe Schools, Houston ISD Molina, Nancy – HR Experienced Hiring, Deloitte Monciváis Sánchez, Sybil – Community Affairs Coordinator, Univision KXLN-TV 45 Monson, Tara – Freshman Admissions Counselor, University of Houston-Downtown Moore, Scott – Director, Financial Aid Office, Houston Community College Morales, Daniel – Spanish News Anchor/Reporter, KTMD Telemundo 47 Morales, Dave – DJ, 96.5FM Morales, Naiva – Conference Coordinator -GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Moreira, Ivonne – Executive Director, Jovenes Inmigrantes por un Futuro Mejor Moros, Ana – Financial Aid Specialist -Lone Star College System Mules, Julie – Education Outreach Coordinator, NASA Johnson Space Center Muñiz, Diana – Visual Artist/Educator Muñoz, Dr. Rafael Saumell – Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State Nazarenko, Nadia – Senior Program Manager, ESOL, GED, Lone Star College System Neely, Martha – Program Manager, Continuing Education, Lone Star College System Negrete, Paul – Financial Aid Associate, Houston Community College Newby, Walter – Training Coordinator, BASF Corporations Nguyen, Sydney – Attorney for low-income immigrant families Ogden, Mary – Contracts and Litigation Specialist, BG Americas & Global LNG Ontiveros, Dr. Joe – Assistant Professor, UT Dental Branch, UT Health Science Center-Houston Ontiveros, Paul A. – Geophysicist, Shell Oil Company Ortega, Dorothy – Dept. Chair, Process Technology, McNeese State University Ortega, German E. – Project Manager, ConocoPhillips Ortegon, Dr. Sergio – Ortiz, Francisco – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University Otero, Ana – Law Professor/Municipal Court Judge Ozuna, Elizabeth – Publisher, Mi Familia Magazine Pagan, Carlos – Electrical engineer, NASA Johnson Space Center Parada, Elvis – Program Coordinator, Minority Male Initiative, Lone Star College System Patlan, Linda – University of Houston Central Paz, Aaron – Mechanical Engineer, NASA Johnson Space Center Paz, Gaby – Electrical Engineer, ExxonMobil Pipeline Company Peña, Victor – Geophysicists, ETX Reservoir Management, BP Peng, Dr. Zong Ping – Instructor in Chinese, Sam Houston State University Perez, Albert – Counselor, AAMA-George I. Sanchez Charter School Perez, Alma – Vice President/Product Manager, Wells Fargo Perkins, Victoria – Student worker, GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Peterson, Gina Martinez – Association Healthy Living Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Petrón, Dr. Mary – Assistant Professor of Bilingual/English as a Second Language Education, Sam Houston State University Piña, Alejandra – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Pino, Dr. Diana – Vice Chancellor, Student Services, Houston Community College
42 Pinzon, Ivan – Geologist, Gulf of Mexico regional production unit, BP Policarpo, Dr. Al – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Ponce De Leon, Diana – City of Houston Senior Planner, City of Houston Planning and Dev. Raab, Lettie – Director, University College, Prairie View A&M University Ramirez, Catherine – Performing Artist/Flute/Doctoral Studies, Rice University Ramirez, Dr. Elda – Assistant Professor, School of Nursing, UT Health Science Center-Houston Ramos, Dinorah – Parent Liaison, Project GRAD Ramos, Jesse – Member, SHPE Ramos, Liz – Healthy Living Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Ratcliff, Doug – Director of Outreach, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas Raymond, Dr. Kay – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Rentería, Professor Ray – Instructor in Spanish, Sam Houston State University Reyes, Richard – Arts Administrator/Educator (Actor) Reyes, Sandy Christian – Operation Iraqi Freedom, US Army veteran, University of Houston Rice, Ericka – Workforce Development Specialist, Shell Oil Company Rimmer-Mayorga, Debra – Family Therapist, Private Practice Rincón, César –Vice President and General Manager of TV Information 43 Rincon, Julita – Program Manager, Project GRAD Houston Rincón, Ph.D., Alejandra – Author: “Undocumented Immigrants and Higher Education: ¡Sí se puede!” Rios, Debra – Doctoral Student, School of Public Health, UT Health Science Center-Houston Rivas, José M. – IT Architect, ConocoPhillips Rivas, Veronica – Student Services Specialist Rivera, Alex – Learning Advisor, Shell Deer Park Rivera, Marian – Business Improvement Analyst, Texas City Refinery, BP Rivera, Ruby J. – Program Specialist, College, Career & Guidance, Houston ISD Robles, Carlos Alejandro – Weather Anchor, KXLN Univision “Noticias 45” Robles, Donajih – Drop-Out Prevention Specialist, Lee H.S. & West Region, Houston ISD Rodela, Gabriel – Business Planning Manager, Hewlett Packard Rodrigues, Victoria – Reservoir Engineer, North American Gas, BP Rodriguez D., Professor Hector A. – Writer and Author Rodriguez, Alberto – Production/Creative Director, Univision Radio-Houston Rodriguez, Clarissa – Promotions Coordinator, Univision Radio-Houston Rodriguez, Frank – Consultant, Geoscience Univ. Recruiting, ConocoPhillips Rodriguez, Guillermo – University of Houston, Clear Lake Rodriguez, Johnny – Wage and Hour Investigator, U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Rodriguez, Monica Piquet - Extra Curricular Learning Activities, Lee H.S., Houston ISD Rodriguez, Robert – Music Educator Rodriguez, Ruben – National Director, University Programs, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Rodriguez, Sara – Counselor, AAMA-George I. Sanchez Charter School Rosado, Ilka J. – Outreach Worker, Houston ISD, Homeless Education Office, Project S.A.F.E. Rosas, Matthew – Counselor, AAMA-George I. Sanchez Charter School Rubin, M.Ed., Marlene – College Access Counselor, Bellaire High School, Houston ISD Rubio-Maxian, Tiffany – Producer, Great Day Houston, KHOU 11 Salamanca, Catalina – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Salazar, George – Chief Engineer of the Human Interface Branch, NASA Johnson Space Center Salazar, Yesenia – Student, University of Houston Downtown Saldivar, Rene – Curriculum Specialist, Houston ISD Saldivia, Cesar – Sales, Marketing and Advertisement/Agency Recruiter, State Farm Insurance Salinas, Liz – Arts Administrator – MECA/Actor Sanchez, Diana – Arts Therapist, Texas Children’s Hospital Sanchez, Irma – University of Houston-Downtown Graduate Sandoval, Maria – Instrumental Music Educator Santos, Cynthia Santos, Patricia – Office of Admissions, Assistant Director of Freshman Admissions, University of Houston-Downtown Santos, Renato – Attorney in Private Practice Sanz, Alexander – News Reporter, KHOU TV 11 News Saucedo, Martin – High School Spanish Teacher, Milby High School, Houston ISD
43 Schaefer, M.A., LPC, Gaye – Program Coordinator, Community Based Services; DePelchin Children’s Cent Schipper, Kenneth J. – College Access Coordinator, Milby High School Scholars Academy Students, University of Houston Downtown Selvera, Sergio – Attorney Sesatty, Eduardo – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Sheppard, Daniel – High School Administrator, Milby High School, Houston ISD Sheridan, Rob – Executive Director, Financial Aid, University of Houston Downtown Silva, Abigail – Student, Austin Community College Silva, Armando – Arts Administrator/Choreographer ((Dance), MECA Silva, Rito – Dean, Student Services, Lone Star College System Sippio, Juanel Slama, Rafik – Instructor in Arabic, Sam Houston State University Smith, David – Lone Star College System Solano, Reinel – Reservoir Engineer, North American Gas, BP Solis, Manuel – Student, University of Houston Downtown Soliz, Dr. Rudy – Department Chair, Business Administration Dept., Houston Community College Soliz-Matthews, Itze – Attorney, Private Practice Soltero, Adriana – Drilling Engineer, BP Sosa, Elizabeth Bailey – Radio, NPR Staunton, Misty A. – City of Houston Planner, City of Houston Planning and Development Stephens, Lindsay – Conference Coordinator -GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Suarez, Guillermo – LTSA Project Manager, Rolls Royce Suarez, Luis – Supplier Quality Specialist, BP Swatzell, Brittany – Fashion Specialist/High School Representative, the Art Institute of Houston Takahashi, Sharon – Middle School Counselor, West Briar Middle School, Houston ISD Tapia, Alma Stephanie – Engineer, JSC Materials & Processes, NASA Johnson Space Center Tapia, Isaac – President, SHPE Houston Chapter Torrez, Edith – Administrative Assistant to the Associate Vice Chancellor, Lone Star College System Trainor, Debbie – Training Specialist, Astronaut office, NASA Johnson Space Center Treviño, Mickie – Director of Community Service and Special Events, National Society of Hispanic MBA (NSHMBA) Treviño, Rebecca – Program Manager, Academic Achievers, University of Houston Trujillo, Ivan – “The Hot Show” Morning Show Host of Hot 95.7FM Valdez, Alice – Executive Director, Arts Administrator/Educator, MECA Valdez, Frances – Performing Artist (Mariachi)/Immigration Lawyer Valdez, Silvia – Houston Community College System-Southwest, Student Service Associate Valencia, Michelle – Industry Specialist, Houston Government Banking, Wells Fargo Vanegas, Nelson – Production/Creative Director, Univision Radio-Houston Vasquez, Angelica – Senior Agency Field Specialist, State Farm Insurance Vasquez, Diana L. – Manager of Operations, Texas Children’s Hospital Patient and Family Services Vasquez, Jason – Promotions Director, KQBU/KLAT, Univision Radio – Houston Vater, Melissa – AmeriCorps VISTA Leader, AmeriCorps VISTA Vazquez, Edgar – Student, University of Houston Downtown Vega, Angelica – Dean of Students, Early College H.S. - East Vega, Hortencia – Coordinator for Post-Secondary Guidance & Counseling Programs, Spring Branch ISD Vela, Raudel – Geophysicists, ETX Reservoir Management, BP Velasco, Daniel – Marketing Manager, Houston Texans Villaseñor, Olga – Vice President/Senior Trust Administrator, Wells Fargo Webb, Tara – State Advisor, Texas Junior College Student Government Association West, Samuel – College Connection/Student Recruitment, Houston Community College Wills, Maryalice – P-16 Educational Partnerships Liaison, Houston Community College Wilson, Regina – Student Life Coordinator, Houston Community College Zaidi, Dr. Shamshad – Instructor in Japanese, Sam Houston State University Zepeda, Gwendolyn – Author/Vocalist Zuloaga, Pavel – Professor of Network Administration, Baylor College of Medicine
44 Career and Education Day 2011 Planning Committees Event Chair: Ramiro G. Fonseca
Exhibit Hall Corporate and Other Organization Volunteers Jose Rendon Adrian Garcia, Harris County Sheriff’s Office Jose L. Cantu, M.S. Ambassadors International Ballet Folklorico Rey Gonzales AT&T/HACEMOS CenterPoint Energy Lunchroom/Food Pizza Patrón Employees Minda T. Domingues Harris County Sheriff Deputies John Zepeda HISD Transportation & Staff Houston Association of Hispanic Media Hospitality/VIP Check-In Professionals Gloriella Gonzalez Houston Community College Juan A. “Tony” Castilleja, Jr. Houston Community College Men of Honor Sonja Gonzales Houston Counseling Association Jeff Davis Hispanic Alumni Association Logistics/Facility Review Las Americas Ballet Folklorico Donna B. Lyttleton Mariachi Hermosura Juvenil Professionals Ramiro G. Fonseca Milby Hispanic Alumni Association Shell Oil Company Middle School Program State Farm Phylisse’ London Texas Southern University Students
Panel Sessions Career Panel Coordinators Donna B. Lyttleton Alvarez, Michael Ramiro G. Fonseca Andrews, Eric Andrist, Ph.D., Debra Program Book Aparicio, Fabio Donna B. Lyttleton Babineux, Gena Gray Mitchell Bendeck, Ph.D., Yvette M. Ramiro G. Fonseca Cabrera, Patricia Cantu, Jose Public Relations Celeita, Jasmine Ramiro G. Fonseca Clark, Julie Frida Villalobos Cohn, Linda Vicki Luna Contreras, Erica R. Lucy Reyna De Luna Gonzales, Elma Elkins, Emily Opening Ceremonies Ferragut, Sr., Jorge Henry Pastrano Fraire, Jacob Donna B. Lyttleton Garces, Eduardo Garcia, Juan B. Security Hergenroeder, MD, Albert C. Adrian Garcia, Harris County Sheriff Johnson, Jr., Alvin Sgt. Yvonne Cooper Johnston, David Lt. William Sparks Jones, Karen J. Alan Delaney Lewis, Yolanda Lightsy, Spencer Volunteers Marini, Marcello Frida Villalobos Martinez, John L. Gloria Jackson Martinez, Pat Martinez, Rosario Entertainment McCorkle, Judge Lamar Jack Velasquez McLaurin, Rodney Sam Houston State University Jazz Ensemble Melchor, Margo
45 Career and Education Day 2011 Planning Committees (continued) Event Chair: Ramiro G. Fonseca
Monciváis-Sánchez, Sybil Kane, Vicki Moore, Scott Lowry, Joshua Moros, Ana Merino, Robert Mules, Julie Oliver, Elena Nazarenko, Nadia Porter-Amey, Deborah Ogden, Mary C. Simpson, Eddie Patlin, Linda Townsend, Sonia Perna, Maritza Wilson, Azure Rivera,Ruby Rodriguez, Ruben Texas A & M University Pino, Ph.D., Diana Barnes, Lynn Prada, Elvis Rivas, Jose Texas Southern University Tapia, Issac Torrez, Edith TG Trevino, Mickie Dickson, Keith Valdez, Alice Fraire, Jacob Vasquez, Angelica Luna-Torres, Maria Vasquez, Jason Sapp, Richard Smith, Donna Westrick, Robert A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS WHO HELPED University of Houston ORGANIZE THE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZAS University of Houston Downtown (as of 1/27/2011) Andrus, Ashley Battle, Corra Houston Community College Cantu, Jose L., M.S. Bluett, Shanya Comeaux, Monica Flores, Olivia Estrada, Alice Gallegos, Leticia Fell, Jessica Gonzales, Consuelo Guervaara, Iris Gonzales, Nina Jackson, LaTasha Gutierrez, Juanita Justice, LaTasha Hicks, Jalayne Martinez, Gabriela Holden, Tye Robles, Renalda Kodituwakku, Dimansu Rodriguez, Elvira Moore, Scott Sheridan, Rob Nguyen, Thiet Tran, Kim Perez, Oscar Ybarra, Cynthia Rojas, Rosa Siddiqui, Samreen Treviño, Juanita GENERAL VOLUNTEERS (as of 1/27/2011) Rice University Maldonado, Marisela Aguilera, Elsa Alicia, Laura San Jacinto College Andrade, Ericka Aguilar, Norma Araujo-Barrera, Martha Anderle, Jennifer Arcos, Marie Burling, Carrie Arredondo, Erika Garcia, Sergio Arteaga, Alfonso Barrera, Martha
46 Career and Education Day 2011 Planning Committees (continued) Event Chair: Ramiro G. Fonseca
Barron, Paul Manzano, Amy Benitez, Priscilla Manzano, Emily Bobadilla, Stephanie Manzano, Leslie Briones, Eva Martinez, Aurora Broom,Kittin Martinez, Joaquin Brown, Cassandra Maynard, Brandy Candano, Yvonne Mendoza, Emilio Caram, Ed. D., Dorothy Mintz, Silvia Cerritos. Joseline Molina, Susie Cervantez, Diego Morales, Monica Contreras, Sergio Montemayor, Melissa Covarrubias, Mariabel Newman, Beverly Coyolxauhqui, Fanni Olmedo, Cynthina D’Arteaga, Alfoso Ortiz, Andrew Davila, Marisol Valero Ortiz, Mimi Decker, Shiva Perez, Irma Delaney, Joan Perez, Oscar Dickson, Keith Protz, Anna Marie Espinosa, Cesar Ramirez, Daniel Figueroa, Fabiola Ramos, Ivone Fraire, Jacob Rap, Ruby Fuentes, Freddy Reyes, Abraham Gale, Vivian Rice, Erika Gallegos, Anna Celia Rivera, Sonia Garay, Ph.D. Reynaldo Rodriguez, Edgar Garzon, Sylvana Ruiz, Luis George, Kelly Ruiz, Ray Gil, Jackie Salazar, Rosario Gilmore, III, John Salinas, Jimmy Gladness, Vaneesha Kirkpatrick Sanches, Yolanda Godley, Scott Salas, Juanel Gomez, Dayana Sapp, Richard Gomez, Jr., Gilbert Serrano, Rocio Hernandez, Abraham Silva, Sandra Hernandez, Laura Selene Smith, Donna Hernandez, Lisa Sutherland, Shebra Herrera, Xavier Tello, Cynthia Hinojosa, Carlos Tirado, Sinai Izaguirre, Manuela Togle, Farah Jasso, Miranda Torres, Isadora Jove, Ivins Tostado, Martina Lathan, Lecia Umaña, Katy Lleneras, Mireya Uribe, Christina Lopez, Alba Valdez, Alice Lopez, Norma Veliz, Edgar Luna, Vicki Ward, Danielle Madrid, Stephanie Westrick, Robert Maldonado, Marisela Yasin, Maaria Maldonado, Sonia
47 College Planning Calendar for High School Seniors Expanded version available at www.AdventuresInEducation.org
August o Set up a file to keep the information you receive from and send to colleges. Review the file weekly. o Explore college and scholarship information online. Sign up for a regular electronic newsletter (AIEmail) at aie.org. o Request admissions, housing, and scholarship information and applications from your target colleges. September o Mark your calendar for college fairs scheduled at your high school or in your community. o Meet with your high school counselor to develop a college admissions plan. o Register for the October or November SAT and/or ACT, depending on the test required by your target colleges. Keep in mind that there are prep courses that you can take to help you study for these tests. o Inquire about admissions application fee waivers to see if you qualify. o Discuss college costs with your parents. October o Create a schedule of admissions, housing, financial aid, and scholarship application deadlines. o Begin admissions and scholarship applications and essays. o Ask about and attend a financial aid program at your high school or in your area. o Request high school transcripts and letters of recommendation. November o Collect letters of recommendation or ensure that they have been submitted to your target colleges. o Submit admissions applications for early decision/early action programs. December o Complete, photocopy, and submit your admissions and scholarship applications. o Get any other financial aid forms that may be required by your target colleges. January o Complete taxes early; you will need tax information for the FAFSA. o If you plan on completing the FAFSA electronically, obtain a FAFSA PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. If you are not sure what financial aid form (FAFSA or TASFA) to submit, go to www.collegeforalltexans.com, click on Apply and then For Financial Aid. This information will help you determine the correct form and links you to the TASFA. o Schedule personal interviews at your target colleges, if required. February o Complete, photocopy, and submit the paper or electronic FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov) or TASFA. See Appendix A of the TASFA for a list of schools that accept the TASFA. If your school is not in Appendix A you will have to complete the paper FAFSA and send it to the school. o Make sure that you have submitted all required financial aid forms to your target colleges. o Watch your mail or e-mail for requests or responses from colleges regarding financial aid and admissions. March o Ask your high school counselor about Advanced Placement (AP) exams for college credit. o Review your files and follow up on submissions to and requests from admissions, housing, and financial aid offices. o Look for a summer job.
48 College Planning Calendar for High School Seniors (continued) Expanded version available at www.AdventuresInEducation.org
April o Continue to watch for admissions notifications and financial aid award letters. o Evaluate financial aid awards based on the cost of attendance and other factors at your target colleges. o Sign and return award letters and any other required financial aid forms. o Plan a college budget. o Make your final enrollment decision by accepting your top admissions offer and submitting the enrollment deposit, if requested. Most deposits are due by May 1, but check with your selected colleges. o Notify the colleges that you choose not to attend. May o Study for your AP exams and high school finals. o Contact the financial aid office at your selected college to check your status. o Finalize on-campus housing plans if you plan to live in a dorm. o Have your high school guidance office send a final official transcript to your chosen college. June o Complete any remaining financial aid forms. o Plan for college orientation and transportation. o Start a list of everything you will need to take to college. o If you are just now deciding that you want to attend college, it may not be too late for some colleges. Contact the college you are interested in attending to find out what you need to do. o Prelease an apartment if you plan on living off campus. July o Establish a bank account at a bank near your college. o Pay your fall tuition and fee bill and on-campus housing bill or arrange for your financial aid to pay them, if that option is available. o Set up an address/phone book for relatives and friends you want to keep in touch with. Include emergency numbers like doctors and insurance companies.
Congratulations, you’re on your way!
49 Be Ready! Get Informed! Get an Education
Helpful Telephone Numbers and Free Web Sites Texas Financial Aid Information Center (888) 311-8881 (toll free) Bilingual. The Texas Financial Aid Information Center provides answers to questions about college and financial aid. College for all Texans www.collegeforalltexans.com Operated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, this site provides information about state grant and loan programs, and offers college planning information to Texas families and students. Adventures In Education (AIETM) www.AIE.org Bilingual. Adventures In Education provides information to assist parents and students in preparing for and transitioning to post-secondary education. AIE also provides online resources to help students develop criti- cal financial literacy skills as well as research careers (High School/Develop Career Goals/Planning Your Adventure). TG (800) 845-6267 www.tgslc.org/students/index.cfm TG offers many Spanish language materials and education-related resources. Texas Guaranteed (TG) is a public, nonprofit corporation that administers the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). This site provides in depth information on Stafford and PLUS Loans. Compendium of Texas Colleges and Financial Aid Calendar http://www.everychanceevery texan.org/about/scholars/ This Compendium contains a list of colleges and universities in the State of Texas, admission requirements, total expenses for an academic year, financial aid data and related information, helpful hints to the college bound, together with a Calendar of various scholarship deadlines arranged by months. U.S. Department of Education www.ed.gov Many Spanish language materials. The U.S. Department of Education coordinates federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. Petersons.com - The Education Supersite www.petersons.com This site helps to connect individuals, educational institutions, and corporations through books, Web sites, online products, and admissions services. Fastweb www.fastweb.com FastWeb helps students make the decisions that shape their lives: choosing a college, paying for college and finding jobs during and after college. SRN Express www.srnexpress.com The Scholarship Resource Network Express database includes student loan forgiveness programs for those who have graduated from college and need alternatives for repayment. Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) – Replaced TASP test www.thea.nesinc.com The site includes a practice test and study guides to help students prepare for the test. SAT - College Board Online www.collegeboard.org The Board’s site includes valuable information for students, including college planners, information guides, directories, and practice tests for the Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT). ACT Online www.act.org ACT’s web site includes information on its assessment test for students, as well as other guides and information.
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) www.irs.gov/individuals/students/index.html Many Spanish language materials. The IRS offers a special section for students, providing detailed information on tax issues related to higher education. Information includes details on qualified tuition programs, the HOPE and Lifetime Learning Credit programs, and other related issues. Texas Common Application www.applytexas.org The Texas Common Application lets you apply for admission to any Texas public university, as well as to participating community and private colleges. College Event Questions
Don’t forget to ask these important questions when talking to college recruiters! Getting Into College • What is your admissions policy? Do you have a minimum GPA or SAT/ACT score to be admitted? • What happens after I submit my admissions application and when do you make decisions? • What is the student population like? For example, traditional college-age or nontraditional; living on campus or off campus; from local/regional area; male/female ratio. • What is the average high school GPA of the entering freshman class? • How many undergraduate students are on your campus and what is the average class size for freshman courses? In general, fewer students there are per class, the more individual attention you may receive. • On average, in how many years do your students at your institution complete a bachelor’s (undergraduate) or associate degree? For example, 4, 5 or 6 years. The longer it takes to graduate, the more an education costs. • What is the cost of attendance at your college? For example, tuition and fees, housing, books, etc. Paying For College • Does your college require any financial aid applications or forms in addition to the FAFSA or TASFA? • What are the financial aid application deadlines? For example, FAFSA and scholarship applications. • Is financial aid awarded on a first-come, first-served basis? • When do you inform me about my financial aid and scholarship offers? • What does your college do to help me locate other sources of financial aid not associated with your institution? For example, outside scholarships.
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55 56 We have the answers. The Texas Financial Aid Information Center (TFAIC) is a free public service available to all Texas students and families. We can help you understand the college admission process and your financial aid options. One call could help change your family’s future.
TFAIC Customer Assistance service hours are 8 am - 6 pm Monday-Thursday, 8 am - 5 pm Friday.
TFAIC is sponsored by TG and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Looking for something?
TG can help. Whether you are a student looking for college planning tips or a parent researching financial aid options, TG’s Adventures in Education (AIE™) website can help guide you in your search. Using AIE, you can find information, worksheets, and tools to help you: ^ Get organized and prepare for college ^ Learn about college applications, financial aid, and money basics ^ Search thousands of scholarship opportunities
To begin your search, visit: www.AIE.org/HHF.
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