MHSLC Workshops
"Educando, Votando y Avanzando"
September 27, 2008
• 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Chicago • 151 E Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601 • 312–565–1234
Conference registration rate before September 19 is $35; $40 after September 19.
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Workshop Descriptions
Cycle I
“Organize, Mobilize and Vote”
Room: Columbus EF
Are you tired of people talking about the presidential campaigns but you don’t see any action? What decisions made by politicians affect you at school and in your community? Come and learn how YOU can become a factor for change during this presidential election on your campus!
“American Issues: The Latino Perspective”
Room Columbus CD
The elections are right around the corner. Are you still undecided? Are you unsure about where the candidate you may support stands on issues that affect you? Do you think Latinos have a separate agenda from that of other Americans? Don’t go to the polls uninformed! Come and learn about issues that affect Latinos and all Americans.
“College is as easy as…”
Room: Columbus H
Congratulations, you’re in college! However, getting there is only half of the battle. To stay in college, you will need to learn how to manage your time, communicate with the appropriate people, get involved, and make sure you take full advantage of what college has to offer. By following the simple steps shared in this workshop you will graduate from college in a timely manner and make it one of the best experiences of your life!
“CreditSmart”
Room: Columbus G
Being “CreditSmart” may determine whether you can stay in college and get the job, the car, and the place to live you want when you finish. Discover the importance of creating a budget, sticking to it, and living within your means. In this workshop you will learn how to make sound financial decisions by organizing and managing your finances.
Cycle II
“Life After College: How to Successfully Apply to Graduate School”
Room: Columbus G
If you are thinking about going straight into the “real world” after graduation, think twice. The job market is getting more and more competitive and there is a growing demand for Latinos with advanced degrees in the workforce. Applying for graduate school is not rocket science! Come and hear an informative workshop that will take you step-by-step through the process of applying to graduate school.
“Latinos: Past, Present and Future”
Room Columbus CD
This workshop will review our rich history and highlight important legislation that has enabled the Latino community to progress. Come and learn about how today’s Latino population growth, political power, business and economic strength, and culture are changing America’s landscape.
“Confronting and Counteracting Latino Stereotypes and Media Misrepresentation”
Room: Columbus EF
Media influence the way people look at the world. Through misrepresentation, media often create negative stereotypes that are detrimental to many communities. This workshop will challenge such stereotypes and showcase the positive Latino cultural development that society has failed to see.
“College is as easy as…”
Room: Columbus H
Congratulations, you’re in college! However, getting there is only half of the battle. To stay in college, you will need to learn how to manage your time, communicate with the appropriate people, get involved, and make sure you take full advantage of what college has to offer. By following the simple steps shared in this workshop you will graduate from college in a timely manner and make it one of the best experiences of your life!
Registration includes luncheon and full access to all conference activities. For more information please contact Isabel Reyes at (312) 427–8683 or via email at ireyes@ushli.org.