The Roberto Hernandez Center celebrates

Hispanic Heritage Month

The Roberto Hernandez Center (RHC) celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct. 15. The center will highlight the history, culture, and art of Hispanics with speakers, panel discussions, and films presented on campus and in the community. All events are free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Billie Dingel, 414-229-6156, or visit the RHC Web site at
www.hernandezcenter.uwm.edu.

UMOS Mexican Independence Day Parade

Sunday, Sept. 12, 10:30 a.m. Parade lineup at South Division High School, 1515 S. Lapham Blvd.

All UWM Hispanic students are invited to join Chancellor Carlos Santiago in marching with the Roberto Hernandez Center. The first 20 students to RSVP to 414-229-6156 will receive a free T-shirt. Following the parade, RHC will have an information table at the Mitchell Park Festival from noon-6 p.m.

Latino Culture Fest

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m., Union Theatre

Several community groups representing Puerto Rico, Mexico, Argentina, Guatemala, Cuba, Venezuela, Colombia, and others will have cultural and educational displays for the campus community in the Union Theatre lobby. Live performances will be featured in the Union Theatre. Performers include the energetic RHC Latino Teatro Community Project; UWM’s own music virtuoso, Felipe Rodriguez of the School of Education; and Latin dance routines by the Vieau School Dancers.

‘The Bronze Screen: 100 Years of the Latino Image in American Cinema’

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 7 p.m., Union Theatre

A film by Susan Racho, Nancy De Los Santos, and Alberto Dominguez, “The Bronze Screen” is the largely untold story of the history of Latinos in the Hollywood motion picture industry. Co-sponsored by UWM Union Sociocultural Programming.

Rubén Martinez

Friday, Sept. 17, 3:30 p.m.
RHC Conference Room, Bolton Hall, room 280

Of Salvadoran and Mexican descent, Martinez writes about the U.S. immigrant experience. He is the author of Crossing Over: A Mexican Family on the Migrant Trail, Eastside Stories (with UWM’s Joe Rodriguez), and the recently published The New Americans. An Emmy Award-winning journalist, poet, performer, and associate professor at the University of Houston, Martinez’s work has appeared in The New York Times, Salon, and The Nation. Co-sponsored by the UWM Department of Multicultural Affairs.

‘Every Child Is Born a Poet: The Life and Work of Piri Thomas’

Monday, Sept. 20, 7 p.m., Union Theatre

An incendiary mix of documentary, poetry, storytelling, drama, and performance, “Every Child Is Born a Poet” explores the life and work of Piri Thomas (b. 1928), an Afro-Cuban-Puerto Rican and author of the classic autobiographical novel Down These Mean Streets (1967). Following the film, Felipe Rodriguez of the UWM School of Education will make a presentation. Co-sponsored by UWM Union Sociocultural Programming.

In-State Tuition Resolution Panel

Tuesday, Sept. 21
Noon, Chapman Hall, room 211
5:30 p.m., Nativity Jesuit Middle School, 1515 S. 29th St.

In June 2004, the UW System Board of Regents passed a three-part resolution addressing resident tuition for undocumented students. A panel of students, faculty, community members, and regents will discuss the significance of this resolution. Panel members include Marco A. Adame Barcenas, Guillermo Cuautle, Professor Joe Rodriguez, Professor Martin Urbina, Jesus Salas, Jose Olivieri, Christine Neumann Ortiz, and Maria M. Flores. Refreshments will be served.

Victor Villaseñor

Thursday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m., Golda Meir Library Fourth Floor Conference Center

Lecture followed by book signing and reception.

Friday, Sept. 24, 7:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
South Division High School, 1515 W. Lapham Blvd.

Villaseñor is the author of the nationally acclaimed bestseller, Rain of Gold. He is an accomplished speaker who brings a fresh perspective to a number of universal themes, including pride in heritage, the strength of family, world peace, and dedication to education and personal achievement. Co-sponsored by Union Sociocultural Programming, Cultures and Communities Program, LINKS Peer Outreach and Mentoring Center, and Office of Student Life at UWM; Milwaukee Public Schools Division of Bilingual Multicultural Education; and South Division High School.

‘Mendez vs. Westminster’

Monday, Sept. 27
Noon, RHC Conference Room, Bolton Hall, room 280
5:30 p.m., Milwaukee Area Technical College, Video Conference Room, 700 W. State St.

In 1946 in California, the case of Mendez vs. Westminster helped to provide the platform for what was later to become the landmark desegregation case, Brown vs. Board of Education. This award- winning documentary recounts the fight for educational equality that has gone largely unrecognized. The audience is invited to stay afterward for a facilitated talkback. Refreshments will be served. MATC showing co-sponsored by MATC Latino Student Organization and MATC Public Relations.

Research Workshop on Hispanic/Latino Studies

Tuesday, Sept. 28, 5:30 p.m., Golda Meir Library, East Wing E-159

Latino communities are the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. population. This session gives participants the opportunity to explore the UWM Libraries’ resources for additional information on topics such as Mendez vs. Westminster, and learn more about authors like Rubén Martinez and Victor Villaseñor.

Americanos: History of the Latino Community in Milwaukee

Thursday, Sept. 30, 7 p.m., Milwaukee County Historical Society, 910 N. Old World Third St.

This talk on the history of Latinos in Milwaukee will feature UWM History Professor Joe Rodriguez, UW System Regent Jesus Salas, and Vieau Middle School Principal Lourdes Tovar Castillo. The discussion complements the Smithsonian exhibit, “Americanos: Latino Life in the United States,” which is on display at the Milwaukee County Historical Society through Nov. 21. Co-sponsored by the Milwaukee County Historical Society.

Salsa 101: The History Behind the Dance

Thursday, Sept. 30, 7 p.m., RHC Conference Room, Bolton Hall, room 280

4-K-Torce Performance

8 p.m., Union Wisconsin Room

Salsa, merengue, bachata - the history of the dances and the origins of the music often are overshadowed by the popularity of the latest dance craze. Before you dance to the music of 4-K-Torce in the Wisconsin Room, learn more about the group’s music. Felipe Rodriguez of the UWM School of Education will deliver a brief history of Latin rhythms - the music, the dance, and its roots. Co-sponsored by UWM Union Sociocultural Programming.

Welcome Reception for Chancellor Carlos Santiago

Friday, Oct. 1, 4-6 p.m., Golda Meir Library Fourth Floor Conference Center

Join UWM Latino students, alumni, faculty, staff, and members of the Latino community in formally welcoming Chancellor Carlos Santiago and his family to both the UWM campus and greater Milwaukee community. RSVP by Sept. 24 to Billie Dingel at 414-229-6156.

Panel on the UWM Hispanic Council

Tuesday, Oct. 5, noon, RHC Conference Room, Bolton Hall, room 280

A four-person panel will discuss the current state of hiring, retention, and tenure policies that affect Latino faculty and academic staff at UWM. Facilitator: William Velez. Refreshments will be served.

Yrma Rico on ‘La Vida Rica: Living Out Our Dreams Without Leaving Behind Our Culture’

Wednesday, Oct. 6, noon, Union Theatre

La Vida Rica Workshop

Time TBA, United Community Center, 1028 S. 9th St.

Yrma Rico shares the secrets of her own professional and personal success, from migrant worker to television executive, as a map for every Latina eager to pursue her dreams without compromising her cultural values. Rico outlines strategies for using purchasing power and overcoming the unique challenges that can keep Latinas from living la vida rica, the rich life. Co-sponsored by UWM Cultures and Communities Program, Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee, and the United Community Center.

UWM Latino Student Panel

Tuesday, Oct. 12, Noon, RHC Conference Room, Bolton Hall, room 280

A student debate on themes and issues of importance to UWM Latino students. Refreshments will be served.

Latino Leadership

Friday, Oct. 15, 1 p.m., RHC Conference Room, Bolton Hall, room 280

Enrique E. Figueroa, director of the Roberto Hernandez Center, will discuss the potential of Latino leadership at UWM and in the Milwaukee community. Refreshments will be served.