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Tomas — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:17:17 +0000

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School of Social Work’s 10th Latino conference will be Oct. 10-11 in Des Moines – Grand View College

Tomas — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 01:35:51 +0000

"The community and family impact of immigration raids, the history of Latinos in Iowa, cultural competence, civic engagement, public health issues, education and Latino businesses will be among the topics covered at the conference Strengthening and Valuing Latino Communities in Iowa, Oct. 10-11 at Grand View College in Des Moines.

The conference, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, is themed "Nuestro Tapiz de Colores: Weaving the Threads of Our Past, Present and Future." It is coordinated by a statewide planning committee and the University of Iowa School of Social Work with the support of this year's host, Grand View College.

The Strengthening and Valuing Latino Communities in Iowa conference was founded in 1998 to explore the changing demographics and dynamics of Latino communities in Iowa and strengthen the responsiveness of policy makers, business leaders and community-based organizations. It has become a cherished gathering of Latinos and non-Latinos as a place to emphasize culture as a strength and provide networking opportunities for Latino leaders who live and work in Iowa.

This year's conference features four major components:

-- Friday, Oct. 10, Latino Youth Leadership Summit for junior and senior high students;

-- Friday, Oct. 10, pre-conference Professional Development Training Institute geared to the strengthening of professionals in education, social services, community development and advocacy;

-- Friday, Oct. 10, 5-7 p.m., opening reception for an Iowa Latina Art Exhibit, "Mujeres de Armas Llevar: Women Raising Arms," at the Grand View College Art Gallery; and

--Saturday, Oct. 11, the main conference featuring workshops and two keynote speakers: Laura I. Rendón, professor and chair of the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at Iowa State University's College of Human Sciences; and Francisco Guajardo, executive director of the Llano Grande Center, a nonprofit organization in Texas that works to revitalize communities through youth by creating access to higher education, engaging students in community change, and developing leadership that respects local history and culture.

Arts and culture are a significant component of the Latino conference. This year artists will join the conference from California, Texas, Minnesota and Iowa.

For more information or to register, contact the UI School of Social Work at 319-335-1273 or latino-conference@uiowa.edu or visit http://www.iowalatinoconference.org.

STORY SOURCE: University of Iowa News Services, 300 Plaza Centre One, Suite 371, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-2500

MEDIA CONTACTS: Kate Kemp, UI School of Social Work, 319-335-1254, kate-kemp@uiowa.edu; Alex Piedras, Grand View College, 515-263-6017, apiedras@gvc.edu; Nicole Riehl, UI News Services, 319-384-0070 ( office ), 319-430-6576 ( cell ),, nicole-riehl@uiowa.edu
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Latino American Idol contest big draw at festival in Des Moines

Tomas — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:44:36 +0000

Hy-Vee Inc. in West Des Moines is one of six national retailers that received the 2008 Hispanic Retail Excellence Award at the Hispanic 360 Summit in Miami at the end of July.

Tomas — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:22:48 +0000

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Iowa – Auditions for the second annual Latino American Idol competition will take place Tuesday night at Dos Rios Cantina and Tequila Lounge in downtown Des Moines.

Tomas — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:46:24 +0000

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Sgt. Vince Valdez provides vibrant voice for Des Moines police – (who would have thought that a Hispanic would be the public information officer for Des Moines?)

Tomas — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 01:15:02 +0000

"Valdez said it's his job to get that message across. He plans to keep producing videos -- the sort of "The More You Know" public service announcements made famous by NBC.

"I was looking for someone who could speak with knowledge about everything from a police chase and a police shooting to a public service announcement, and he can do that," said Des Moines Police Chief Judy Bradshaw, who was the department's public information officer from 1992 to 1996."

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Hispanic women from Des Moines helping others

Tomas — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 01:18:51 +0000

"A group of nine Hispanic sisters, cousins and friends who grew up together in the southeast bottoms of Des Moines are the foundation of a nonprofit women's group looking to help one of its own.

Women United for Women will host a benefit Dec. 1 for Connie Murphy of Bondurant, the stepdaughter of Women United for Women founding member Anna Murphy. Connie Murphy, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments, has been unable to work since having surgery in September and will again undergo surgery after the new year."

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Richardson stresses experience, diplomacy – (in Iowa)

Tomas — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 01:21:55 +0000

"If presidential races were decided on resumes alone, New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson would stand a strong chance of winning in 2008.

Along with his nearly five years of executive experience as governor, the Democrat has served as a congressman, ambassador to the United Nations and U.S. energy secretary since breaking onto the national stage in 1983 with his first election victory.

However, it's been his successes in dealing with some of the world's toughest leaders — Iraq's Saddam Hussein, Cuba's Fidel Castro, despots in Sudan and North Korea — that has elevated his political stock at a time when diplomatic and foreign relations skills are a hot commodity."

Dr. Angel’s clinic reaches out to Hispanic community – Des Moines

Tomas — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:20:21 +0000

"The Latin-American Medical Clinic is the passion of Dr. José Angel, 47. The doctor, who was born to Cuban refugees and moved to Iowa at age 3, opened the clinic three years ago to provide health care to the Latin-American community in the Des Moines area. In that time, the clinic has grown to serve 2,000 Spanish-speaking patients. Angel hopes to add doctors as it continues to grow."

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Soledad O’Brien comes to Des Moines Monday

Tomas — Mon, 21 May 2007 16:52:13 +0000

" It’s a hot day in Memphis, Tenn., where CNN reporter Soledad O’Brien is tagging along with a police officer while shooting a network documentary about the criminally insane. She talks with excitement and fervor about her latest assignment between frantic gulps of fruit juice that keep her moving in the 90-degree heat. It’s another day in the life of the veteran journalist, wife and mother of four who will be sharing her experiences with a Des Moines audience at Monday’s latest installment in the Smart Talk Women’s Lecture Series, sponsored by the Des Moines Register and taking place at 7:30 p.m. at the Des Moines Civic Center."

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Latino community in Des Moines faces health concern with lead paint

Tomas — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 15:19:19 +0000

"Polk County health officials says the Des Moines areas growing Latino community faces a health concern for children -- lead poisoning. Officials say about 60 percent of houses in Iowa were built before 1960 and likely contain lead-based paint. Advocates say every new family must be taught to avoid exposure to lead."

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G.O.P. Candidates Confront Immigration Politics – Iowa

Tomas — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 14:46:46 +0000

"Immigration, an issue that has divided Republicans in Washington, is reverberating across the party’s presidential campaign field, causing particular complications for Senator John McCain of Arizona."

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Hispanics flocking to English classes – Des Moines

Tomas — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 15:43:57 +0000

"Salinas is in one of 14 English as a Second Language classes offered in the spring semester at DMACC. Mike Hoffman, the programs development director, said two classes were added at St. Peters Worship Center, 1746 Des Moines St., to handle the demand."

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Did You Know? A majority of Iowans believe the nation is ready for an African-American; only 40 percent say the same for a Hispanic.

Tomas — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 15:14:07 +0000

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Church Leaders Hold Vigil After Immigration Sweep – Des Moines, Iowa

Tomas — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 17:50:30 +0000

"Some Iowa church leaders are upset with how an immigration raid was handled earlier this week. On Tuesday, agents with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement team raided Swift & Co. meatpacking plants in six areas nationwide, including one in Marshalltown."

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Westrum uses Spanish skills to jump-start new business – Des Moines, Iowa

Tomas — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 16:28:30 +0000

"Stratford native Joel Westrum owns a new business in the East Village. The growing residential population downtown and a need for Spanish-speaking health-care professionals in Greater Des Moines factored into his decision to open Westrum Optometry at 315 E. Fifth St. in early October. The 30-year-old Westrum learned Spanish while living in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 2001 to 2005 and studying optometry at a university there. His background in Spanish is helping his new business grow. "

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