"Americanos'' in Town: the Visit of Edward James Olmos to Ohio State • Latino Town Meeting: Responding to OSU Diversity Plan

Volume VII Number 2 Winter Quarter 2000

"Americanos'' in town: The Visit of Edward James Olmos to Ohio State • Latino Town Meeting: Responding to OSU Diversity Plan

• Census 2000: Changes in US Population's Profile • Latino/a Studies: Minor is on its Way • Hispanics/Latinos @UVC • Career Planning: ·Looking for "Hot" Jobs ith a few words and powerful images, "Americanos: Latino nation-wide. Finally, they came up W life in the U.S." tells the story ofa group ofpeople united with a set of less than 200, which by their common Hispanic heritage, but as diverse as humans portray the cultural richness and can be. An Asian-Hispanic WWII veteran, a black Panamanian diversity of Latinos in the US. from Chicago, Chicano migrant workers and blond children are "Americanos" not only breaks with some of the faces of the Latinos of all colors and backgrounds racial stereotypes, but also with who are represented in this book. conventions related to gender and "We wanted to illustrate that, much like a quilt woven intricately education. "It's time for a positive with many beautiful fibers, Latinos are a proud and diverse people portrayal of Latinos," said Dr. interwoven with indigenous, Spanish/European, African and Ybarra. Latino men have a stigma Asian roots. We are citizens not only of the United States of -she added-the stigma of being America, but also ofall the Americas, and ofall the Latino Ameri- machos. However, in "Americanos" they are shown in their weak- can countries around the world," explains Olmos in the preface. ness and gentleness. On the other hand, women are portrayed as strong mothers, smart girls, hard workers and professionals. But, according to the book's editors, the title "Americanos" also denotes the fact that it is time for Latinos in the U.S. to be recog- Latinos are represented everywhere: working in fields of the nized as full citizens ofthis country, as Americans, not as strang- Midwest; doing business in Manhattan and politics in Wash- ers to this land. "We, especially our children, need to see that we ington; shining as Hollywood stars; succeding in sports and the are an integral and equal part of the U.S. society", states Olmos. music industry ... on every street of this country. Latinos are A part that doesn't forget industrial workers, as well as astronauts and scientists; police- its bicultural and bilingual men, doctors, teachers and social workers, as well as top fashion heritage. That is why the designers and artists. book is written in both Behind these different faces, colors and backgrounds, there are English and Spanish. common traces that are reflected in this book as well: Latinos During their visit to Ohio strongly base their identity in such institutions as family, culture, State, Dr. Lea Ybarra, Edward religion and language. James Olmos and photog- "Americanos" is much more than a book of beautiful pictures, rapher Antonio Perez, shared although the pictures are indeed beautiful and powerful. This is some of the stories behind also a book to be read and, most of all, to be used as an educa- the creation of the book: tional tool: here are the real U.S. Latinos. Beyond stereotypes "Americanos" was over two and racial classifications, we are human beings who, from our years in the making; the edi- own cultural diversity and uniqueness, have been contributing i rJl tors reviewed more than for generations to the enrichment of this country and the whole ro p.. 50,000 photographs cap- American continent. ~ ::S Photo by Antonio Perez. tured by 32 photographers By Monica Frfas-Boson a·-v 2 Irv~I~.. ;_,QuePas SU?

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The Day ''Americanos" Came to Town: Esquina del Editor...... p. 2 E.J. Olmos: "I chose to be related to the human race"...... p. 4 Afterthoughs...... p.16

Census 2000: AMultiracial America...... p. 6 Counting Hispanics in Toledo...... p. 7

Tipsfor students: Support group for Latinos at UVC...... p. 7 Where to look for the hottest jobs...... p. 11

Hot Issues: Latinos respond to OSU Diversity Action Plan...... p. 8 Towards Latino/a Studies...... p.10

Latino Interest Organizations .....p.15 Graduates Fall '99.....p.15 Ha Uegado Carta.....p.15

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Edward James Olmos, an accomplished producer, actor and Latino activist, came to Ohio State to talk about "Americanos: Latino Life in the United States", a book that has captivated the attention of many people throughout the country by showing a broad graphic representation ofLatinos in the U.S. During the day, Olmos-editor of the book and one ofthe producers ofa television documentary-met with administrators, faculty, staff, students and other Columbus residents to deliver an humanitarian message: Be- hind different races, backgrounds and other barriers there are, first of all, human beings, whose roots go back to the same starting point. So he encourages everybody to start propagating "the humanness in us". The central activity of this visit was an evening presentation ofAmericanos, at Rhodes Hall. There, he was joined by co-editor Lea Ybarra, Director ofthe Institute for Academic Advancement ofYouth at John Hopkins University, and photographer Antonio Perez. The presentation touched many aspects of Latino life in the US. Most of all, it emphasized that Latinos have to believe in themselves and the richness of their diverse heritage, something that should make them proud members of this society.

Congratulations to Matthew Camacho-Edwards and Sheila Kilty who worked hard to make this visit possible. The presentation was co-sponsored by Division ofStudent Affairs, Ethnic Student Services, Hispanic Student Services, Latino/a Studies, Office of Minority Affairs, OSU Medical Center, UCHO and Coca-Cola. By Monica Frias-Boson ebruary I Q•h was marked in red on the calendars of many choose to treat you as ifwe were related. That's it, you are all my Latinos in Columbus. Long time before D-day arrived, primos", he explained. It sounds like a philosophical statement, Feverybody was talking about the visit to Ohio State of grounded on anthropology and history: Olmos insists that many i Edward James Olmos, the famous 52 year-old actor that stars in cultures and races have left their traces in most ofus and that we E ;:! such movies as "Mi Familia", "Selena", and "Stand and Deliver", must embrace the differences within our own and in others. "Ifl z among many others. But beyond being an actor, Olmos has been look tall it is because I am standing on the shoulders of those ..... a dedicated advocate for US Latinos and other minorities. His who came before me," Olmos stated. He made it clear that we s:"' social concern and his dramatic talent have become a perfect have not come this far without help from others who paved the § combination that makes him such an attractive and powerful way long before us. From this perspective, discrimination doesn't ~ speaker: comedy, drama, impersonations and story-telling, all mix make sense anymore. Instead, he advocates for a fraternal way of c,.. together to touch the audience with his message: "First ofall, we relating by helping one another to achieve our goals. After all, ~ are human beings." we are all related. 0 ra He is so aware of that, that it is hard to picture him as a distant- So, he met his primos that morning, at a breakfast with adminis- ~ cold-Hollywood movie star. He makes sure that this stereotype trators -Provost Edward Ray was there--, faculty and staff mem- P... doesn't fit him. "I have chosen to be related to the human race", bers. He discussed the importance of education in unifying hu- ~ ::l he said to everyone that could hear it. "I have a choice when I man beings: multi-cultural awareness has to be taught from the meet all ofyou: you are all strangers or you are all my cousins. I a·-..J very beginning. "By the time they get here (to college) they have 4 to be rounded...Because when teenagers come to col- need to work to- lege it is already too late (to start teaching cultural aware- gether, unified by ness). Here they come to become professionals," he stated. the human element, However, he emphasized that this is not a reason for higher embracing their dif- education institutions as Ohio State not to take responsi- ferences and help- bility. He challenged OSU's administrators to reach out to ing each other. "As the elementary and soon as you think secondary education outside of your system of Ohio and own, you have encourage the en- won," he said. hancement of educa- Above: Maria B. Velez (Hisp. Graduate tion by making it a di- Org.-HGO), E. j. Olmos, Monica Frias- He and Dr. Ybarra verse cultural experi- Boson (Que Pasa, OSU?), Lisa Escudero also encouraged (Alpha Psi Lambda) and Lilian Diaz- ence, based on the Latino students to Castillo (HGO) multicultural dynam- study more Latino ics of our society. history in the US in ''You learn how to live, order to learn about His- so you have to learn panic leaders and heroes, how to live together," and become proud of their he said. He even sug- heritage. Earlier on he had gested that the book also expressed the impor- Americanos can be a tance of maintaining a good teaching tool, sense of roots. "The tree because it represents with no roots won't be able many aspects of to stand; with roots it will Latinos in the US, be able to bend instead of even racial diversity breaking," he said. within the Latino group, At night, Olmos' primos he said as he raised the from all over Columbus, at- text over his head to tended the presentation at Rhodes Hall Auditorium. Olmos, show the picture of a Dr. Ybarra and photographer Antonio Perez talked about the black Panamanian man 1 "Americanos" project, which includes the book, a graphic and then a couple of exhibition put on by the Smithsonian Institute, a CD and a blond children, all US documentary that will be released in the near future. The Latinos. presentation concluded with a book signing session and, of At lunch time at the Hale course, with more pictures taken to make this moment unfor- Center, he met a bunch gettable. of younger primos, However, more mostly undergraduate than pictures and and graduate Latino students. It was a relaxing time. written signa- Olmos showed his interest in this young generation tures, this visit left and their concerns about studies, family and society. a powerful legacy Tenths ofpictures were taken. As you can see on our and a challenge: ~ cover, it was a lot of fun and Olmos always showed How we can make ~ the best ofhis smiles. Along with Dr. Lea Ybarra, he it real to start see- ~ :2'.; told students about the creation process of the book, ing each other as and how they wanted to break the old stereotypes / humans first, as ~ built up around Latinos. They also discussed about close relatives... "' E the divisions within our Latino community. Olmos' maybe even as ;; solution: start propagating the humanness in us be- primos. ~ cause "we are unified in the humanness of us Humberto Gonzalez, Ruth Anderson, Victor Mora , r,.. E.j. Olmos and Leticia Thompson! ::J all .... Everybody is a human fust," he stated . C1l 0 Olmos stressed out that Latinos are the most numerous group of d rJl this part ofthe world. That is fact, he said. "The question is, what ell are we going to do with that power?" He warned against the risk 0-. of Latinos becoming part ofthe mainstream and start dominating With Jessica Vallejo '~ other weaker groups. From his perspective, peoples and groups Photographs by Solange Ramirez and M Frias-Boson 9: http ://www.twbookmark.com/featu res/americanosproject. com/ 5 to identify his/her racial background, being able to choose more CENSUS 2000: than one race category. A Multiracial America This modification is expected to bring one ofthe big revelations By Monica Frias-Boson from this Census, which refers to the overwhelming increase of intergroup marriages and, as a result, an increase of multiracial he beginning of the millennium has been a very children. Data from the 1990 Census shows that, at that time, 2.6 busy time for the Census Bureau, the governmental office million children lived in households where spouses were of dif- in charge of conducting the Census every 10 years. The T ferent ethnicities, including Hispanics married to a non-Hispan- preparation work for Census 2000 began a long time in advance ics. and in mid-March starts the most critical period, when questionnaires are delivered throughout the U.S. April 1 is An analysis of Census Bureau data conducted by American Census day, however the field work won't be over until November Demographics shows that the number ofmixed marriages is grow- of this year. ing rapidly. This trend is even more significant among Hispanics and Asians. The study reveals that more than 35% ofHispanics The results of the Census have many implications. Maybe the most important -especially for people from poor communities- is that the data collected throughout this process influences the allocation About the Census offederal funds. Decision-makers obtain critical The Census is an actual enumeration ofthe population. The basic questions to demographic information to determine where to be answered are: How many people are in the United States and where they are build new schools, hospitals, facilities for the located. According to the U.S Constitution. this process takes place every 10 elderly, and many other public services. years for the purposes ofapportioning the membership ofCongress.

This information is also used to implement and The first Census was in 1790. Back then, 17 U.S marshals and their assistants evaluate such programs as the Equal Employment counted 4 million Americans. Opportunity Act, Civil Rights Act, Public Health In the last Census, back in 1990, 300,000 census workers counted nearly 250 Act, Fair Housing Act and many others. In the million people. However, some inequities occurred in this process. Ofthe corporate world many decisions are based on Cen- roughly 2% ofpeople in the US who were not counted, a disproportionate sus data, which is used for defining and analyzing number were Black, Latino, Asian orNative American. More than halfofthem consumer markets. Many companies design mar- were children. keting strategies in specific locations according to the population's profile, and businesses locate supermarkets, with four-year college degrees marry non-Hispanics; the out- shopping malls, new factories, etc. relying on government statis- marriage rate is one in three for Hispanics in the top income tics. bracket. This tendency is strongly associated with young His- panics, both men and women. Also for Hispanics, the correlation Chan~es in the Population's Profile of out-marriage to economic success and education is higher The American population's profile has been gradually changing, than for other groups: Hispanics with a college degree and a particularly in terms of race and ethnicity. The Census Bureau substantial income are more than 5 times as likely to out-marry has acknowledged these changes by introducing variations in than those who didn't finish high school or who live in poverty. the way ofasking people about these two aspects. However, the These changes in the population's profile set new challenges for issue has become more and more complex. "The growing popu- politicians, advertisers and social scientists, who will need to relation ofminorities, particularly Hispanics and Asians, along with think the traditional standards of segmentation of the American an increasing number of children born to people in mixed-race population. According to Gregory Rodriguez, research scholar marriages fueled demands for revising existing standards for col- at the Pepperdine Institute for Public Policy, "intermarriage is not lecting racial and ethnic data," states William O'Hare in Ameri- only a sign that a person has transcended the ethnic self segre- can Demographics. gation ofthe first years ofimmigration, it is also the most potent Changes will reflect on Census 2000 which, for the first time, example ofhow Americans forge a common national experience ('., ~ presents an expanded list ofracial and ethnic categories to allow out of a diverse cultural past". ~ people to identify a multiracial background. Every person that i answers the questionnaire is asked about Hispanic origin and ~ people who answer YES, are asked to specify their national ori- Sources: • Managing multiple-race data, by William O'Hare, American Demo- p... gin (the country where he/she or his/her ancestors came from). -Qi graphics, April 1998 ::J This designation refers to ethnicity alone, since Hispanics may • Mixed Doubles, by Robert Suro, American Demographics, Nov. 1999 • Census Bureau reports and bulletins (www.census.gov) a·"1 be from any race. The person answering the questionnaire has 6 he Census is a huge Census 2000: grams that would benefit Tnation-wide effort that, each individual community simultaneously, requires a Counting Hispanics in Toledo- better. "We hope to de- very local focused job on By Jessica Val/,ejo and Monica Frias-Boson velop and continue our ef- each community, so that forts to address hard-to- every single member is enumerate areas in which counted. In 1990 the Census failed to count a large proportion of it has been reported that an undercount did occur in the 1990 the U.S. population (more than four million people) including a Census. Through the efforts and serious strategic planning from large number of children and minorities, two groups that Washington, several plans have been implemented and devel- frequently need social assistance. Along with methodological oped in order to have a more accurate Census in 2000," said Olga changes, the Census Bureau has carried out an intensive Vallejo. As part of these efforts, the Census developed a part- marketing and advertisement campaign to make sure this doesn't nership program in which community groups volunteer to reach happen again. The goal is to encourage people to respond to the out to certain areas that were completely left out in the past Cen~us by making them aware ofits importance and by facilitating Census. their participation. Not only has the Census Bureau developed programs directed To know more about the work done at the local level here in Ohio, towards the Latino population, but it has also made advances in we picked the case of the city of Toledo (northern Ohio), which recruitment and in hiring Latinos to work in the Census process. has the third largest population of Latinos in the state. Along According to Vallejo, Washington just passed some directives with Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland, Toledo had a very allowing non-citizens to work for the Census, as a way to promote high undercount in 1990. As in the rest of the country, the the hiring of bilingual candidates. In order to facilitate the Census Bureau began to make plans for a more efficient count in application process, blank forms and tests written in Spanish early January of 1999. The promotion of the Census took place were made available. Bilingual people are needed to help with at fund-raisers, celebrations, high schools and at different com- questioner completion and to participate in the follow-up program, munity activities. Also, 200 Latino members of the community which may be the biggest and strongest area of work for the formed the Hispanic Complete Count Committee, aimed to edu- Census. cate and help Latinos understand the importance and social im- Overall, it's projected that the Census 2000 will show that the pact of an accurate count. The committee set up "Questionnaire Latino population has increased in Toledo by almost 50% in the Assistance Centers" around the community to help Latinos fill last decade. These figures are expected to reflect not only the out the forms. Olga Vallejo, chairperson and coordinator for the actual growth of Latinos in the city, but also a more efficient Hispanic Complete Count Committee in Toledo, has worked with count than the one done 10 years ago. It will take a few months city, state, and federal officials, as well as with the Ohio Commis- to know the definite results, but they will probably show that, as sion for Hispanic and Latino Affairs in order to develop pro- the face of the nation changes, so does the population of Ohio.

Hispanics/Latinos at UVC: Supporting each other by Mariely Neris

A s a third year student at Ohio State I am, in some ways, adjustment process (i.e. my Resident Adviser, who shall remain .npretty confident to say that I have adjusted well to my unnamed) were helpful. I must admit I was bitter, especially when surroundings and made lots of contacts and lots of friends. But I found out that in 1997 there was already a program that I still have trouble trying to assimilate into this "All-American" specifically offered support to Latino students coming to Ohio culture. The reason? I think I'm still in shock! State...... t:)"' to "Hispanics/Latinos at UVC" started as a pioneer retention E My family moved from Republica Dominicana Cleveland almost ;:; six years ago in search for a better life. In 1997 I came to Columbus initiative in winter 1995, thanks to the enthusiasm and commitment :2: to attend Ohio State and ever since, I've had a very strange of Ana C. Berrios, a Ph.D candidate in the Counselor Education S'. sense of loss and loneliness, that just now I've been able to Program. She created the program under the umbrella of .,, control. It wasn't any type of physical or emotional loneliness, University College (UVC) - where she works as an advisor- and ~ but a cultural one: I missed my language, my food, my people, obtained financial support from the Hispanic Oversight ~ and I just couldn't find any ofit here.. Committee. Berrios' idea of creating a support group for Latino r,.. students within a context that embraced their cultural identity ~ This university is so big, and supposedly diverse, and yet it took made a lot of sense: A needs assessment study conducted five O two years before I was able to say that I had become part of the years ago among minority students revealed that students viewed i Latino community at Ohio State. I must admit that I didn't really

7 Latino Town Meeting: What Latinos have to say about OSU Diversity Action Plan.

n Saturday, January 29, approximately 50 came up with original suggestions to attract more Latino/as -OSU students, faculty and staff, Hispanics to come to Ohio State and also to build a as well as members of the Columbus Latino more supportive environment. Some of these ideas community-gathered0 at Drake Union to participate are: in a one-day Latino Town Meeting. The assembly was organized by the Hispanic Oversight Commit- • Ask the university to add a "Latino Link" on its tee, the Organization of Hispanic Faculty and Staff homepage. This would link to a list of all Latino and the University-wide Council of Hispanic Organi- interest offices, organizations and groups at OSU. zations (UCHO). The main goal was to hear what • Extend the Hispanic Awareness Week to a whole Latinos have to say about the university's Diversity month. Action Plan -DAP(see box on next page) in order to come up with a unified response from our commu- • Have a multicultural center at Ohio State nity to the committee that prepared the draft. • Build a data base of companies and organization The Hispanic Action Plan (HAP) was used as a looking for bilingual/bicultural professionals. framework to organize the discussion. So the meet- • Assign academic credits to the Mentoring Pro- ing was opened with a presentation about the his- gram in order to promote the participation of men- tory and goals of this initiative. The HAP highlights tors. the main problems affecting Hispanics at Ohio State and delivers a set of recommended actions in the Response to the Piversity Plan areas of recruitment, retention, cultural and academic enrichment of Latinos. Although the HAP Based on the results of the town meeting, delegates was approved for its implementation by the Provost from the Hispanic Oversight Committee, The in 1991, Hispanics at OSU believe that these issues Organization of Hispanic Faculty and Staff and the have not yet been effectively answered by the uni- University-wide Council of Hispanic Organizations versity and continue to be a major concern to Latino/ (UCHO) prepared and sent a response letter to the as at Ohio State. Vice President for Student Affairs and Chairman of the committee that prepared the draft, David The presence of Hispanics on campus is still very Williams III. The document represents the main small (1.6% of the total student body) and it is far points about the university's Diversity Action Plan from reflecting the national population's profile (its that, according to the Latino/a community, are not projected that Hispanics will be 13% of US popula- addressed in the draft. They are: tion by 2005). Supported by the conclusions of the HAP, Hispanic organizations have emphasized Accountability: The plan needs concrete goals and the importance of increasing and improving the ef- timelines for units and departments, with incen- forts towards retention and recruitment of Latino tives for those who comply and sanctions for those ~ students, faculty and staff. Most of all, Latinos at who do not meet the above. i OSU insist that it is crucial to guarantee academic ;:; and cultural support for minority students in order Z to keep them here until graduation. In the Town §: Meeting, several participants brought up that Ohio ~ State doesn't offer an environment that fosters di- ;:; versity. Many students, faculty and staff members ~ perceive this institution as a huge and impersonal S university, where it is easy to get lost and feel ClJ isolated, especially for somebody belonging to such 0 a small minority group as Hispanics. ro'

The minor in Latino/a Studies is getting ready to take off, possibly next fall quarter. In the last week ofJanuary, a proposal for a curriculum was submitted for revision to the College ofHumanities. The proposal was prepared by Dr. Ellen Gil-Gomez, Senior Lecturer in Latino/a Studies, the Latino/a Studies committee chaired by Dr. Ignacio Corona, Professor of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, in consultation with the Division ofComparative Studies. Also last quarter, three distinguished scholars in the field from other Midwest universities came to Ohio State to share with administrators, faculty, students and staff their experiences in building a Latino/a Studies program. By Monica Frfas-Boson

fter almost five months of hard work integrating differ Hispanics. This is very important because the implementation ent visions about what a Latino/a Studies Program at and continuity of a Latino/Studies program requires student AOhio State should offer, a proposal for a Latino/a Stud- enrollment. ies minor's curriculum was completed last January and sent to the College ofHumanities for revision. The curriculum was pre- The minor in Latino Studies should be ready for implementation pared by Dr. Ellen Gil-Gomez, Senior Lecturer in Latino/a Studies next fall quarter. As a next step, Latino Studies might also be- and the Latino/a Studies committee. come a concentration of a Comparative Ethnic Studies major, which is being considered for implementation. This major is If approved as it is now, the curriculum will require 25 credit being proposed by the Division ofComparative Studies, a quite hours and will draw upon course work in several departments unique unit that embraces several programs, such as Asian and colleges. All students will have to complete two of three Studies and Religious Studies, emphasizing an interdisciplinary core courses (10 credits), which are Introduction to Latino Stud- approach. ies (Comparative Studies 242), Latino/a Identity (Comparative Studies 367 .04) and Intermediate Spanish Composition (Spanish Latino/a Studies Winter Forum 403). There are three additional elective courses (15 credits) to be chosen from a wide array of possibilities, classified in four The budget assigned for the development of a Latino/a Studies categories. Some are already being taught, while few others have includes funds for consultation vi_sits. On January 28'\ three yet to be developed. This way, students will be able to elaborate distinguished speakers, experienced in building Latino/a Studies their own approach and concentrate their minor in such areas as programs in the Midwest, came to Campus: Jorge Chapa, Profes- History, Language and Literature, and International Politics. sor and Director ofthe Latino/a Studies program at Indiana Uni- versity, Frances Aparicio, Professor ofRomance Languages and Dr. Gil-Gomez explained that the composition ofthe minor reflects American Culture/Latino Studies at University ofMichigan, and some defining characteristics of the field: it includes courses Ann Millard, Professor ofAnthropology at Michigan State Uni- about U.S. Latino identity, history and cultural context (most of versity. this courses already exist); it has a Latin American component in relation with boundaries and immigration issues; it has a The focus of their presentations intended to provide practical community connection (field work or service component) and, grounding and an academic framework for the development of finally, it incorporates comparative ethnic theories that help Latino Studies in a Midwestern university. Prof. Aparicio was understanding race from a broader perspective. specially helpful in terms of pointing out the main issues in- volved in this task. She said that one of this critical aspects is a The process of developing this curriculum considered the core group offaculty with tenure and committed to this program. analysis of similar experiences in building Latino/a Studies "Otherwise, people that come and go will affect the continuity of programs in other Midwestern universities, such as Michigan the program," she stated. Student participation and the support N ...,,._ University and Indiana University. The committee also reviewed of different departments are also fundamental elements to this E the conclusions of the Hispanic Action Plan, developed by OSU purpose, which might be major challenges given the reduced ~ faculty, staff and graduate students back in 1987. This plan presence of Latinos in these universities. emphasizes the importance of putting into action initiatives to improve recruitment, r------....,, Dr. Aparicio also highlighted the contribu- i2 retention and cultural enrichment of tions done by Latino/a Studies to academic 2 Hispanics at Ohio State. According to Prof. knowledge, specially in Humanities. Latino/ ~ Corona, the composition of Ohio State's a Studies, she said, "has challenged the dis- C'-· ::i student body had also a major weight at ciplinary boundaries, because it doesn't ~ the time ofdeveloping this curriculum. The really fit any particular department," and, fact that Latinos/Hispanics represent a small on the contrary, demands an interdiscipli- ro' oo proportion of the university's population ro nary work. As a consequence, this field P.. pushed for a program that can be appealing has influenced other disciplines such as ~ to all students, including Hispanics from Boundaries, Immigration and Post-Colonial 0 different national origins as well as non- Dr. Frances Aparicio, Dr. Edward Ray, Ohio State Studies, Literature and Language. ·--.J Executive Vice President and Provost, Dr. Jorge Chapa and Dr. Ann Millard during one of the 10 activities of the Winter Forum. (Continued) The presence of Spanish in the curriculum was another subject to the program. Community endorsement and validation can be brought to the discussion by the University ofMichigan Profes- very important in order to guarantee its existence and continuity, sor. Her suggested to take into serious consideration the inclu- said Victor Mora, Associate Director ofEnrollment Management sion of Spanish courses in the program. "If we are going to and member of the committee. Mora has been instrumental in prepare students to go to work with Latino communities, they coordinating the involvement ofsuch members ofthe Columbus should be prepared to understand the Spanish spoken by Latinos Hispanic community as Juan Jose Perez, President of the His- in this country," emphasized Aparicio. panic Chamber ofCommerce Central Ohio; JorgeAlfert, Vice Presi- dent ofManufacturing and Technology, Borden Chemical, Inc.; Prof. Jorge Chapa discussed important statistics that reflect a Humberto Gonzalez, Chair of Extension, Ohio State University need to have Latino/a Studies. Not only as an academic response and Hernan Vasquez, President of Mandell Vasquez Inc. Mora to the general need ofunderstanding better a large proportion of said that leading community members are willing to know more the population, but also as a way to improve education opportu- about demographics, socioeconomic and cultural aspects ofHis- nities for Latinos. "The best way to make Latinos succeed in panics in Central Ohio. From his perspective it is important for higher education is to give them courses they can relate to, taught the program to capitalize this interest by providing the commu- by professors who really care," he said. nity the knowledge they need.

Finally, Dr. Ann Millard presented some aspects ofher research, But student support to the program continues to be critical. As a focused on migrant Latino workers in the Midwest. Prof. Corona way to motivate students' participation in the courses to be of- explained that this participation highlights a very important as- fered, there is going to be an essay competition. The Paula pect of Latino/a Studies: its connection with the local Hispanic Gonzalez Latino/a Studies Award will be granted to graduate and community. undergraduate students. More information in our website or at:

Also, in order to establish that community grounding, the Com- URL ofLatino/a Studies at Ohio State: mittee for Latino Studies is looking for external financial support www.cohums.ohio-state.edu/comp/LatinoStudies/home.htm

"One of the striking things about this list is how it reveals the LOOKIN(i FOR THE importance of education. Eighteen of the top 20 jobs require at least a bachelor's degree and most require advanced technology ''lfOTTEST~~JOBS skills and training," writes Farr. By Monica Frias-Boson Another interesting point: many ofthe listed jobs are in the medical field, including nine of the top 20. According to the book etting ready to graduate and find a job? It seems to "this is due to a variety of factors such as an aging population be a good time to do so: The economy is showing low requiring more services, the many new treatments available and unemployment rates and companies are willing to be ffi the increasing technical nature of these services." flexible at the time of hiring a good prospective employee. So take the opportunity and look around before saying "yes" to a In terms of employment growth rates, other projections indicate job offer. After all, your internship and the frrst full-time job you that the occupations that will have the highest increase are: take can be decisive in your career. Home health aids (138% growth) What your motivation is, what you really like doing and what it Computer engineers (112%) is you do well are questions you cannot skip when planning Paralegals (86%) your future as a professional. It's also helpful to check out what Special education teachers (74%) employers are looking for, and which are the most demanded and best paid jobs. Several surveys give account of "the best And the "losers" are: jobs of the future". Most of the times, the selection is based on Communication equipment operators (-28%) quantitative criteria, such as high pay, fast growth and large Computer operators (- 28%) number of openings. That is the case of the lists found in the Typists and word processors (- 16%) book The Best jobs ofthe 21" Century, by Mike Farr and LaVerne Private household workers (- 33%) Lidden (see box on page 13). Systems analysts have the highest Job printers (- 35%) combined score, with average earnings of$48,360 and 87,318 job openings per year, and a projected growth rate of 103 % through According to these projections, the greatest job growth will oc- 2006. According to this survey, home health aides have a lower cur within the "office economy" in the following categories: pay, at $16,286 per year, but the job shows a large number of openings (156,127) and a high projected growth rate (77%). (Continued nextpage)

11 ON-LINE RESOURCES

The WWW can be an extremely resourceful place to sup- Career Planning and Development URLs: port your career planning and/or job-search efforts. On • Career News: www.careerexposure.com/wncarnws.html the web you can: Research industries, companies and • Career Planning: www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocecs/CRC/manual- job agencies; look for and contact potential employers; home.htm post your resume, and find job-search and career plan- • Career Exploration Tools: www.doleta.gov/individ/careerex.htm ning advice and information. Here you have some useful URLs: Recruiting and Career Development sites that target Recruiting URLs: minorities and, specifically, Hispanics: • Company research and job search links: • The LatPro Professional Network: www.latpro.com/ www.wetfeet.com/asp/home.asp • Minorities Job-bank: www.minorities-jb.com/ • On-line job-search resources and services: www.job-hunt.org • Diversity Search Partners: www.dspllc.com/ • Electronic recruiting websites: • Fresquez & Associates: www.fresguez.com/ www.interbiznet.com/eeri/ovrvw/besthunt.html •Alianza: www.alianza.org/ •America's job bank: www.ajb.dni.us/index.html • CVLATINO: cvlatino.com/ • Monster Board: www.monster.com • Saludos: www.saludos.com/ • E-span: www.espan.com • Hire Diversity: www.hirediversity.com/ • Career Mosaic: www.careermosaic.com • Minority Affairs: www.minorityaffairs.com/ • Job Web: www.jobweb.org • Imoads: www.inroadsinc.org/

(From p.11, Looking...) managers, sales representatives, brokers, accountants, financial Another survey conducted by Olsen Corporation among em- analysts, computer specialists, lawyers, editors, and computer, ployers, sought opinions on skills deficiencies they detected in clerical and maintenance personnel. Manufacturingjobs will con- current and prospective employees. These are the skills that need tinue to loose ground. to be enhanced:

Although these practical guidelines can be helpful, money and Basic Computer 78% availability are not the only considerations when planning a ca- Interpersonal Communication 75% reer or looking for a job. Farr stresses out that "these (jobs on Written Communication 71 % the lists) are all good jobs for people who want them, have the Organizational 68% required knowledge and skills and are willing to get the required Customer Service 67% education and training ... .The truth is that the best job is one you Cross-cultural Communication 58% enjoy and can let you earn enough to support you." Basic Math 51 %

Besides the importance of acquiring technical and professional In conclusion, there are many opportunities out there. Most of skills for "the best jobs", employers are also looking for some them will require you to have an education, to constantly update "soft" skills, which are not specific to any particular position, your skills and to develop some interpersonal and leadership but are indispensable for performing in a dynamic and modem skills. These competencies will let you fit, not only in a particular organization, characterized by change and employee mobility. position, but in a broader organizational context. Overall, at the ~ A list developed in a joint study by the U.S. Department of moment of searching for a job, don' t forget to ask yourself what ~ Labor and the American Society ofTraining and Development, it is you really want to do and where you think you can better Z indicates the "most wanted skills": unfold your knowledge, skills and abilities. Because, after all, ~ working is not only about making money, but also about achiev- Leaming how to learn ing a sense of purpose in your life. Basic academic skills in reading, writing and computing Good communication skills, including listening Creative thinking and problem solving Souces: Self-esteem, motivation and goals setting • Heneman, H. G. , Judge, TA., & Heneman, R. L. (2000). Personal and career development skills Staffing Organizations. 3rd Edition. Irwin/McGraw-Hill. Interpersonal/negotiation skills and teamwork • J. Michael Farr and LaVerne L. Ludden, Ed.D., Best Jobs Organizational effectiveness and leadership. for the 21st Century, Jist Works Ed., 1998

12 Ccuree¥ Serv~: "Best Jobs" requiring a (9 lMr bachelor's vieevmp fte1p degree Planning a career and searching for a job are not easy tasks. You need time, lots of pacience and, Job Earnings %Growth Openings most likely, some professional advice to, first, know 1. Computer engineers $54,912 109 34,884 what you are looking for and, then, narrow your search. As an Ohio State student, you have access 2. Systems analysts $48,360 103 87,318 to useful help at Career Counseling and Career Ser- 3. Physical therapists $52,811 71 19,122 vices, where they can assist you in successfully 4. Computer scientists $48,630 118 26,732 going through this decision-making process. 5. Electrical and electronic engineers $ 53;227 29 19,098 At Counseling and Consultation Services you can look for career counseling, especially ifyou are un- 6. Computer programmers $48,360 23 58,990 sure about your major or the career path you want 7. Special education teachers $37,104 59 49,029 to follow. With the help ofcareer counselors, learn- 8. Secondary school teachers $36,784 22 168,392 ing materials and other resources, you should be 9. Management support workers $35,339 26 154,129 able to assess your interests, abilities, values and purpose in life in order to make the right decision 10. Management support specialists $38;251 20 124,342 concerning your professional future. 11 . Loan officers and counselors $37,419 28 29,989 On the other hand, Ohio State Career Services can 12. Occupational therapists $46,779 66 9,543 be of great help at the moment of looking for an 13 . Writers and editors $38,355 21 41 ,449 internship or a full-time job. This is a decentralized unit that has an office at most of the university fac- 14. Social workers $ 31;221 32 75,554 ulties. 15. Civil engineers $49,920 18 15,979 Many times, Career Services serves as a connec- 16. Economists $50,544 19 11,343 tion between the student and a company recruiting 17. Production engineers $ 54,330 14 19,706 interns or full-time employees. This office offers a wide array of resources and services to assist you 18. Physical scientists $47,632 28 4,131 in terms oftargeting the companies that best fit your 19. Physician assistants $40,414 47 5,090 preferences, preparing your job-search strategy, 20. Residential counselors $ 19;261 41 38,516 writing your resume and/or preparing for an interview. So the recommendation is to go to your (Excerpt from: Best Jobs for the 21st Century, by J. Michael Farr and LaVerne L. Ludden, faculty's Career Services office and make an appoint- Ed.D., Jist Works Ed., 1998) ment with a counselor who will explain how you can take full advantage of this service.

TIPS TO SUCCESSFULLY ATTEND A JOB FAIR

s a college student, one of the job- Prior to the fair: The day ofthe fair: Asearch tools you can easily access • The basic is to dress professionally and on Campus are Job Fairs. Several times • Do research on the companies that are brig plenty of resumes during the year, companies come to Ohio attending and you are interested in • Let the companies' representatives know State to "see and be seen" and, hopefully, • Make a list of questions as you do your about your interest and enthusiasm be able to attract good interns and em- research • Ask about hiring practices and your area ployees. In many ways this is a public • Revise and update your resume of interest • Be opened to set an interview with those relations event and, although it's not nec- • Have a 30-60 second "commercial" about companies you are interested in. essarily the most effective way to find a yourself. Be brief and clear • Get their business card job, it certainly can help you to market • Have plenty of resumes and business • Thank them for their time yourself and network; to learn more about cards companies you are interested in and get a • Be prepared to shake a lot of hands. If After the fair: good idea about the organizational cul- you get sweaty palms put a little talcum • Send thank you notes to the employers ture; to know what employers are looking powder on a tissue in your pocket you spoke with. Tell them you appreciate for, and to get companies interested in you. the information provided The following are tips that can help you • Call a contact person, if the representa- take the best advantage of your next job tive gave you a name fair: Source: • Ifpossible, arrange for a meeting Standing Out at the Job Fair, by Gale Kennedy. Career Magazine On-Line (From p. 6, Hispanics @ UVC. .. ) sion making, and helps us with what- The program targets incoming ever we are having trouble with," says freshman , but also serves sopho- Rob Brenes, a freshman Pre-Med, mores and students who are not in who participates in Hispanics/Latinos UVC. Participation, says Berrios, is @UVC. totally voluntary and the group is By sharing common experiences, always open to anybody who would interests and goals, students learn to like to participate. trust each other and create strong Alex Trevino, Ana Berrios, Sandra Ibarra and bonds. Not only that, some Berrios thinks the group is especially Paula Gonzal.ez helpful to " less acculturated" participants have also found in the students, defined as those who "do group a space to develop their not identify with the language, values and behaviors of the leadership skills. Sandra Ibarra, a junior majoring in Sociology, dominant group". Mostly first generation Hispanic-Americans was part ofthe group in both her freshmen and sophomore years. and also international students. "You get to meet people with Now she is the president of the Hispanic Student Health your own background, and culture, and who you can relate to," Association, a group that she initiated encouraged by Berrios. says Dione! Neris, an undecided sophomore. Also, former participants Rocio de la Rosa and Alex Trevino have created a new organization of Catholic Latino students. Berrios indicates that the group also serves as a mean to explore and maintain cultural heritage for those who are second or third Berrios talks proudly about these achievements. She is happy generation and want to learn about their roots. She insists that just to know that students are successfuUy dealing with the many this a support group, which does not intend to deal with deep challenges imposed by coUege life. Initial data collected by her psychological problems. "This is not a therapy group," she shows that the program has a positive impact in retention rates states. However, it is not always easy to draw the separation and in academic performance. In other words, students who join line. For this reason Berrios is supervised by Counseling and the group actually do a better than students who do not, and Consultation Services (CCS). She and Louise Douce, Director of stay longer at Ohio State. Her research shows that out of the CCS, meet every two to three weeks to discuss issues that come entire UVC body, students in her support group have an average up during group sessions. Sometimes, Berrios says, students GPA of2.7 (this is the weight GPA ofan 43 people who participate are facing problems that can't be addressed by the group, but din the program between Wi-95 and SP-99), compared to a 2.4 of she hasn't been successful in referring students to CCS. Hispanic students who are not in the group, and to a 2.6 the rest According to her experience, "less acculturated" Latinos may ofthe UVC body. As far as retention rates go , after the first year, feel uncomfortable using a counseling center because of its the data suggests that the group is able to retain 90.6% of its formality and the cultural belief that "los trapos sucios se lavan members in school a figure considerably higher than the one for en casa" (dirty clothes are washed at home).* an Hispanics at Ohio State and for an students at OSU. After the second year, the percentages go down, but the group results are The Importance ofa Phone Call stiU slightly higher than al) the others. UVC makes sure that incoming Latino freshmen and their parents Berrios' dedication to Hispanics/Latinos @ UVC was recognized receive the information about the group during Orientation and in 1997 when National City Bank presented her with the "Interna- through other formal channels. However, Berrios insists that the tional Leadership Award" given to outstanding international stu- telephone is her most important recruitment tool. Every fall quar- dents. Also UVC took the initiative as an example to create in ter she makes between 60 and 70 phone caUs to contact students 1996 the PASS program (Personal Adjustment Support System), who declare themselves as Hispanics when applying to Ohio available to an students. State. Berrios assures that Latinos won't respond to letters as ~ well as to a phone caU, which is a more personal approach to However, the continuity of the group stiU faces a big challenge: ~ persuade them into going to the meetings. Ana wiU be graduating at the end of spring quarter and that !:: ;:! opens the possibility of her leaving Ohio State. This could mean Z Once classes begin, the group starts to meet regularly once a that the program runs the risk of being shut down if someone as §: week. To make sure the participants will deal with the issues they enthusiastic, prepared, and dedicated as Ana doesn't step for- .., want to discuss, Berrios lets the group set the agenda and their ward to take over for her. This is an issue that bas yet to be ~ own schedule. They decide what subjects they want to talk about, addressed by University CoUege and also by Hispanic organiza- ~ as well as the type of activities and educational field-trips they tions that benefit from this support group. C'-· would like to attend. This year's group bas already made a few With M. Frias-Boson ~ plans, like visiting COSI and attending the presentation on O "Americanos" project. *(Counseling and Consultati on Services has yet to find a full-time Hispanic ell counselor; someone who understands Hi spanic culture, identi ty and lan- ~ Many are the issues discussed at the meetings: being far from guage and students can relate to. This position has remained vacant fo r P... the family, facing academic difficulties and having a bard time more than two years. For more information on this matter see the fa ll 99 ~ trying to fit in. "We talk about whatever is on our minds" and issue of ;. Que Pasa, OSU?, where we covered the hiring of two part-time (J Ana "supports us in deci- Hi spanic counselors at CCS). ·--.i For more information about Hispanics/Latinos (t1 L\'C 14 contact Ana C. Berrios: (614)292-8278, hcrrios.7(a osu.cdu Latino Interest Organizations at Bachelor ofArts & Sciences The Ohio State University Matthew Beale Communic. B.A. Randy Collier Art. B.A. Blanca Cubillos Dance B.F.A. Alex Diaz Journal B.A. Journal Hispanic Oversight Committee Richard Duarte Blandon Jewsh St. B.A. Monica Farfan Art B.F.A. Ruth Anderson, Chair Ursula Fernandez Art Ed. B. Art. Ed. Dr. Ellen Gil-Gomez, Vice-chair Jeanna Garcia Txtl&Cloth B.S.H.A. Dr. Raul Herrera Genaro Garcia-Mandrott Avia-Asc B.S. Ignacio Corona Eric Katcher Fm Res M B.S.H.E. Dr. Elba Martinez-Rosado Biology B.S Ivan Adames Roxana Perez-Mendez Art B.F.A. Victor Mora Francis Quinones Mech Eng B.S.M.E. Graciela Renne/la Theresa Sanchez Socio I B.A. Jessica Perez-Monforti Victoria Vainieri Engli sh B.A. W. Robert Wapelhorst Criminol. B.A. Matthew Camacho-Edwards Carlos Williams Goeg. B.S. OHFS Master ofArts & Sciences Enrique Aceves de Alba Chem. Eng. M.S. Organi,.ation ofH~anic Faculty and Staff Dennis Cue Physic M.A. Ivan Adames, President Brian Deep Cptr/ lnf M.S. Graciela Renne/la, Vice-President Shannon Gonzales-Miller M.A. Ricardo Lucio, Treasurer Claudia Gonzalez Fd Sc&Nu M.S. Vicente Mantero C&R Plan M.C.R.P. Pablo Massari Larch M.Land.Arch. UCHO George Porras Spnsh&Por M.A. University-Wide Council ofHis.panic O~tions Marco Renedo Cptr/lnf M.S. Co-Presidents: Noe Tirado Muniz Vet Prev M.S. Miguel Valenciano Ind. Dsgn. M.F.A. Chris Brandon ([email protected]) Matt Camacho-Edwards ([email protected]) Doctorates Maria Anzoategui Art. Ed. Ph.D. Nidia Arguedas Ph .D. Angel Berrio Agric. Ed. Ph.D. UCHO MEMBER-ORGANIZATIONS Jaime Castillo Agric. Ed . Ph.D. Maria Lara-Marquez Med. Mier. Ph.D. Ricardo Lopez Env Sci Ph.D. Alpha Psi Lambda Lucy Miller Law J.D. http://www.alpha-psi-lambda.org Ivan Ordonez C ptr/ In f Ph.D. [email protected] President: DamianAyala ([email protected]) Ha llegado carta. .. (614) 299-2532

At c( Que Pasa, OSU? we are thrill ed about the many e-mails sent by our readers. HBSA: H~anic Business Student Association Thanks to every person that took the time to let us know how we are doing. The following are excerpts from some of the Jetters: http:llwww.acs.ohio-state.edu!stuaents!hbsa [email protected]. ohio-state. edu "The last c( Que Pasa, OSU? issue was very interesting. I think you are doing a great job President:William Tazt ([email protected]) and that goes for the whole editorial board. However, I thought there was too much print.I really didn't have time to read that much ....thanks for letting the community be a part of c(Que Pasa, OSU?." Tatiana Suarez-Pico HGO: Hispanic Graduate O~tion President: Zachary Skrivanek (skrivanek. [email protected]) " l was impressed with the latest issue of c( Que Pasa, OSU?. Congratulations on your excellent work!'' Social Work Prof. Keith Kilty HHPSA: Hispanic Health Profession Student Assoc. " First, let me congratulate you for the wonderful job on the Fall issue o( c(Que Pasa, President: Sandra Ibarra (ibarra. l @osu.edu) OSU?. As a President of Folclor Hispano/Canto Latino 1 was disappointed to see that our organization was missing form the list of Latino/Hispanic organizations at OSU, on the back cover....! would li ke you to add it to the list. People interested can contact HLSA; Hispanic Law Student Association me." Jesus Sanchez ([email protected]) Co- Presidents: David Ruiz (ruiz. [email protected]) Rosie Gaido, President of the Organization of Hispanic Students in Engineering and Architecture (OHSEA) also wrote to let us know that, not only UCHO, but also OHSEA Fred Gaona (gaona. [email protected]) worked hard in organizing the merengue/salsa dance lessons at the Street Fair, during Welcome Week (page 9 of our fall issue). OHSEA "l have been reading the new issue of the magazine and it really looks very good. Lots 0~. ofHispanic Students inEngineering and Architecture of improvements from previous years. This should be the standard for future issues. The President: Rosie Gaido (gaido. [email protected]) information highlights make ci Que Pasa, OSU? easily readable and its theme-oriented content, worth to discuss. Congratulati ons!!!!" Spanish Prof. Ignacio Corona Folclor Hispano/Canto Latino President:Jesus Sanchez (sanchez.. l @osu.edu) NON-PROFIT ORG . U.S. POSTAGE •Que PasO SU? PAID ~ lo Office ofEnrollment Management COLUMBUS, OHIO Attn: Victor Mora Permit No. 711 423 Mendenhall Laboratory 125 S. Ova/Mall Columbus, OH 43210

Americanos: Some impressions and afterthoughts...

"Olmos brought a really good point when he spoke about the stereo- "Which really stayed in my mind are the pictures by Antonio Perez. Is typing ofAmerica, as just pertaining to people from the United States, not that the pictures are the most amazing thing I've ever seen, because when actuality we (Latinos) are also Americans, but people do not refer I've seen more extravagant work. It is the fact that they are so simple to us as such. It was which stroke me. Those pictures represent every day Latinos doing also very inspiring to the best they can to re- see a Latina woman in tain their culture in a coun- such a high position, try where the concept of which she got tradition seems to be lost. through hard work." Olmos was very right in saying that we are cul- "They (Olmos, and Dr. tures, not different races, Ybarra) were very but as a culture we need down to earth, espe- to retain our raices, cially Olmos being a which make us stand out famous actor. He re- from between a crowd. ally tried to communi- Latino culture is what cate with us one on make us Latinos. Dr. one, especially at the Ybarra is a smart, and tal- luncheon, where he ented Latina who has be- gladly spoke with us, listened to our ques- come what she is with the tions and posed to take pictures with us." luncheon, love and support ofher fam- (Kathya Huertas) Freddie Cano andSylvia Reyes, ily, and the years of hard two of the lucky work at school. Without her, "Dr. Ybarra was such an inspiration. She ones that were there would be no account granted with a ofLatino life in the U.S., and said so many good things after the lun- copy of cheon, and even offered us help for "Americanos" so I am very thankful that graduate school.. . .In the book process, and hugs from she was able to share her ex- and at the lecture, Dr. Ybarra had the core Olmos and Dr. periences with us." part. Olmos' contributions are appreci- (Mariely Neris) ated because he can use his status as an "Olmos's visit to OSU actor to make books, and lectures like touched the Latino commu- this one happen. He definitely uses his nity enough to make us at fame for a positive purpose. By putting least aware of what we have, and the opportunities of accomplishing his name on the book more people will pay attention to our culture." goals. He enlightened us all and touched us with his charm. He is a (Nicole Armstrong-Partida) wonderful person and a great example ofan activist, ifnot the definition of the word." (Jessica Vallejo) http://www.osu.edu/students/ucho/quepasa/