LEAD team earns third consecutive Presidential Volunteer Service Award

LEAD team earns third consecutive Presidential Volunteer Service AwardBy Joe Gutierrez - November 16, 2012 http://news.csusb.edu/2012/11/19386/ For the third consecutive year, volunteers from the planning and organizing committee for Cal State San Bernardino's Latino Education and Advocacy Days Summit will receive the prestigious Presidential Volunteer Service Award from President Obama's Council on Service and Civic Participation. This year, 43 volunteers will be honored, said Enrique Murillo Jr., LEAD executive director and founder. "These are 43 new volunteers as awardees are not repeated yearly," Murillo said. "Last year we had 45 awardees and in 2010 we had 15 awardees. This makes now 103 separate LEAD planners and volunteers who will have each received the prestigious award." Cal State San Bernardino President Tomas D. Morales praised the LEAD volunteers for their dedication. "This presidential recognition is a tribute to the hard work and dedication of our LEAD volunteers in putting together a very successful event, one that draws the attention of educators worldwide," said Morales. "It speaks to their commitment to the importance of higher education throughout the community." Each member of Cal State San Bernardino's LEAD team received a pin, a personalized certificate and a congratulatory letter signed by President Barack Obama. The volunteers will be honored during the annual LEAD Volunteer Recognition Dinner on Friday, Dec. 14, Murillo said. The LEAD Summits at Cal State San Bernardino the past three years have attracted educators, students and activists from throughout the United States and around the world through traditional gatherings as well as through the Internet, international viewing stations and social media. During the 2012 LEAD Summit, an estimated 1,200 people attended the free all-day forum held at the CSUSB Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center, with thousands more participating over the Internet at more than 1,500 viewing stations around the United States and 29 countries around the world. This year's recipients, along with their CSUSB department or other affiliation, are: Juana Alamos, administrative support coordinator, CSUSB Community University Partnerships; Aaron Burgess, associate director of operations, CSUSB Santos Manuel Student Union; Caroline Sue Caballero, assistant for electronic resources and serials, CSUSB John M. Pfau Library Irene Carrasco, administrative support coordinator, CSUSB Chemistry Department; Estefany Rodriguez Castro, CSUSB student; Terri Lynn Cortez, administrative support coordinator, CSUSB Chemistry Department; Rocio Delgado, financial aid technician, San Bernardino Valley College; Ernest F. Garcia, dean emeritus, CSUSB College of Education and 2012 LEAD Summit Honorary Chair/"Padrino de Honor;" Rosalinda Garcia, science division secretary, San Bernardino Valley College; Edwin Gomez, administrative director, elementary instruction, San Bernardino City Unified School District and doctoral candidate, CSUSB educational leadership program; Caressa Gomez, television producer/programmer, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Roxana Gonzalez, CSUSB student; Hector Guzman, San Bernardino Valley College student and campus president of MEChA; Aja Nadine Henriquez, writing instructor, California Baptist University and doctoral candidate, CSUSB educational leadership program; Daniel Herrmann, information technology consultant, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Margaret Horta, CSUSB graduate student; Maria Lavalle, transfer and graduation counselor, CSUSB Records, Registration and Evaluations; Daniel Loera, multicultural affairs director, University of La Verne and president of the Southern California Consortium of Hispanic Serving Institutions; Edgar Lopez, CSUSB student; Karolia Macias, outreach and admissions counselor, University of California, Riverside and Campus Puente Connection Club staff adviser; Robie Madrigal, public affairs specialist, CSUSB Office of Public Affairs; Alice Martinez, administrative support coordinator, CSUSB School of Computer Science and Engineering; Christy Martinez, resource specialist, Corona-Norco Unified School District and doctoral candidate, CSUSB educational leadership program; Corinne McCurdy, photographer/videographer, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Monica McMahon, CSUSB student; Mayra Neri, CSUSB student; Jacob Poore, marketing director, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Fermin Ramirez, financial aid outreach coordinator, Crafton Hills College; Tom Richards, broadcast engineer, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Jose Rivera, adjunct faculty, CSUSB Department of Communication Studies; Anthony Roberson, maintenance custodian, CSUSB Santos Manuel Student Union; Alyssa Rosales, CSUSB student and library administration assistant to administrative analyst/specialist Michael L. Ross, interim assistant vice president for CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Kathleen Rowley, director, San Bernardino Valley College Grant Development and Management; Sonya V. Scott, special education teacher, Etiwanda School District, and doctoral candidate, CSUSB educational leadership program; David Torres, retired district administrator, California Department of Rehabilitation; Garrett Trask, media events specialist, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; James Trotter, video production coordinator, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Mary Ulatan, administrative support assistant, CSUSB Office of Vice-President of Student Affairs; Carey Van Loon, instructional multimedia developer, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Ricardo Vargas, assistant director, UCR Undergraduate Admissions Recruitment and Evaluations; Aimee Villalpando, CSUSB student; Elizabeth Viramontes, multimedia and video designer, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media; Robert Whitehead, photographer/videographer, CSUSB Academic Computing and Media. The President's Council on Service and Civic Participation was established in 2003 by President George W. Bush to recognize the valuable contributions that volunteers make in their communities and to encourage others to serve.

The council created the President's Volunteer Service Award program as a way to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service.

To be eligible for the award, the group must be qualified and approved by a certifying organization, verifying the number of volunteer hours served.

For more information about LEAD, contact Enrique Murillo Jr. at (909) 537-5632 or e-mail emurillo@csusb.edu, and visit the LEAD website.

For more information about Cal State San Bernardino, contact the university's Office of Public Affairs at (909) 537-5007 and visit news.csusb.edu.

USF Dissertation Fellowship Program

https://www.usfjobs.com/postings/7105

The University of San Francisco invites applications from underrepresented
ethnic minority scholars for the USF Dissertation Fellowship Program for
academic year 2013-2014.

Program: Scholars complete their dissertation and initiate an ongoing program
of scholarly or creative work, while becoming familiar with the usual service
responsibilities of a university faculty member. Scholars teach one course in
their discipline each semester and serve the University in various capacities.
The program provides a stipend of $33,000 and limited support for relocation
and research-related expenses. Additional support includes office space,
computer and library privileges.

Scholars are members of one of the following groups: African-Americans,
Asian-Americans, Hispanics/Latino/as, or American Indians, and are U.S.
citizens or Permanent Residents. Candidates must have completed all course work
leading to their doctorate by Summer 2013, and must be considering a career in
college teaching in one of the following fields:

Arts & Sciences: Architecture [Urban Studies]; Communication Studies;
Comparative Literature; Economics; English; Environmental Studies; Politics;
Psychology; Rhetoric and Languages [Applied Linguistics; Education Linguistics;
Rhetoric and Composition; Public Address];
Sociology; Performing Arts and Social Justice.
Education: International and Multicultural Education; Educational Leadership;
Special Education.
Management: Accounting; Marketing; Entrepreneurship and International Business;
Finance; Analytics and Technology; Hospitality Management; Organization,
Leadership and Communication; Non Profit Management; Public Administration.
Nursing and Health Professions: Nursing; Public Health; Clinical Psychology.

Applicants should submit a letter of application (indicating area of
expertise), curriculum vitae, transcripts, dissertation prospectus, brief
description of research plans, evidence of teaching ability (including student
evaluations), and three letters of recommendation to:

Mary J. Wardell, Ed.D.
Associate Vice Provost
Dissertation Scholars Search
University of San Francisco
2130 Fulton Street
San Francisco, CA 94117-1080

Complete applications must be received by January 15, 2013 to ensure full
consideration.

Professor of Second Language Education (Open Rank)

Professor of Second Language Education (Open Rank)

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks an individual with teaching and scholarly interests and expertise in second language education (ESL/Bilingual Education) for a tenure track position at the open rank. The position focuses on second language teaching and learning within the urban-focused Language Education program and the graduate program. Of particular interest are applicants with expertise in second language acquisition, applied linguistics, developing biliteracy, or second language assessment. The individual will be expected to contribute to the development of high quality teaching, research, and service.

Responsibilities

·       Teach second language education courses to undergraduate and graduate students in an urban teacher education program

·       Establish an active program of research and scholarship, including grant writing, in second language education

·       Collaborate in program development and management with program faculty, public school teachers, and community representatives

·       Advise undergraduate and graduate students, including masters and doctoral level students

·       Supervise field experiences for preservice teachers

·       Collaborate with faculty in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and other campus units on program development, research projects, and teacher development projects

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Second Language Education or in a closely related field with coursework and experience in second language acquisition, applied linguistics, biliteracy, and/or second language assessment
• Minimum of three years teaching in grades PK-12
• Demonstrated ability for scholarly productivity and maintenance of an active research agenda in second language education with a record of publication commensurate with intended rank

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish
• Experience teaching in urban schools

• Successful teaching at the college level or demonstrated evidence of potential for success

• Demonstrated evidence of working in the field of second language education with K-12 teachers including capacity to supervise and mentor preservice and inservice teachers
• Participation in second language education professional organizations, including potential for leadership contributions.

• Commitment to innovation and collaboration in working with teachers in urban public schools
• Demonstrated ability or potential for external funding

Salary: Negotiable and competitive

Starting Date: August 2013

Application Process: Applications must be submitted online at: http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/10963  Submit/upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of graduate transcripts, names of three references (letters will be required of finalists), and at least two scholarly papers or publications. Finalists’ letters of recommendation shall be submitted directly to:

Dr. René Antrop González, Chair

Language Education Search and Screen Committee

Department of Curriculum and Instruction   

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Enderis Hall, 353                                               

P.O. Box 413                                                     (414) 229-5571 (FAX)

Milwaukee, WI 53201-0413                                  E-mail:  antrop@uwm.edu

                                                                       

Application Review Begins:  January 2, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

Related Information: www.uwm.edu/SOE and www.uwm.edu/Dept/CNI

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is an AA/EO employer and educator strongly committed to maintaining a climate supporting equality of opportunity and respect for difference based on gender, culture, ethnicity, disability and sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, and lawful activities. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who would enhance and diversify our workforce. The names of those nominees and applicants who have not requested that their identities be withheld and the names of all finalists will be released upon request. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. For the Campus Security Report, see www.cleryact.uwm.edu or call the Office of Student Life, Mellencamp Hall 118 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. This position may require a Criminal Background Check.  (Position #5982)

THE JACK KENT COOKE DISSERTATION FELLOWSHIP AWARD

THE JACK KENT COOKE DISSERTATION FELLOWSHIP AWARD

The Jack Kent Cooke Dissertation Fellowship Award supports advanced doctoral students who are completing dissertations that further the understanding of the educational pathways and experiences of high-achieving, low-income students. We seek to provide funding for doctoral candidates whose work informs and advances the following populations/aspects of our mission:

• high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds, and/or
• students who demonstrate the potential for achievement, and/or
• the conditions that promote high achievement (e.g., school settings, interventions, policies).

http://www.jkcf.org/scholarships/graduate-scholarships/jack-kent-cooke-dissertation-fellowship-award/

Dream Activist Update

On Saturday Oscar was moved from Florida all the way to Texas for deportation to Nicaragua. Oscar is yet another case where someone is detained by ICE for nothing more than seeking help from the police. In early August, on his way home from work, Oscar was attacked; he was robbed and hit in the head with a hammer. He was rushed to the hospital where he underwent emergency surgery and then checked into the intensive care unit for the next week. The hospital had Oscar fill out his victim compensation form and that's when the police found a previous order on his record. Oscar wasimmediately turned over to immigration custody, despite doctors orders that he receive care. As the victim of a serious crime Oscar has a legit U-visa case; instead of letting him fight it ICE plans on deporting yet another low-priority detainee. Oscar came to the United States to help feed his wife and 3-children back in Nicaragua. He is not a priority for deportation. Take Action: Leave a Message 1. Senator Nelson: 202-224-5274 2. Rep. Lofgren: 202-225-3072 3. Rep. Deutch: 202-225-3001 "Hi, I am calling to ask that the member take immediate action to stop the deportation of Oscar Silva (A# 099-525-049) . Oscar is a victim of a robbery; he should not have been turned over to ICE by the police. Oscar needs medical care and qualifies for a U-Visa; why is ICE deporting him today?" After you call please help us get the word out by sharing this Twitter / Facebook message? "Warning: Graphic Pic! Robbery victim Oscar being deported today. Took a hammer to head. Has a legit U-visa case! SIGN bit.ly/floscar" Oscar has been moved to El Paso Texas and will be deported soon. Thanks for your help! Mohammad Abdollahi DreamActivist.org All the work we do is volunteer run, please consider making a donation to support us.

Associate or Full Professor with a specialization in U.S. Latino Studies.

Amherst College invites applications for a full-time tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor with a specialization in U.S. Latino Studies.  The appointment will be contingent upon a tenure review.  Amherst College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to apply. The College is committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. Applicants must have a social science or historical focus. The position will be housed half in the Department of American Studies and half in another appropriate department. Significant scholarly achievement and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting with a diverse student population are essential. 

The successful candidate will teach two courses each semester and direct senior honors theses; annual teaching responsibilities will include courses at all levels from first-year courses and core courses in the relevant departments to specialized advanced seminars. 

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. and have broad intellectual interests and a proven track record of excellence in scholarship and in undergraduate teaching. To apply, please submit as PDFs to https://jobs.amherst.edu/view/opportunity/id/504 a letter of application that lists departments in addition to American Studies that would provide an appropriate affiliation for you at the College, a CV, syllabi for courses relevant to Latino Studies, one writing sample of approximately 8,000 words or not to exceed 30 pages, and the names and email addresses of three individuals to whom we may write to solicit recommendations.  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.  Candidates who submit their materials by January 15, 2013, will be assured full consideration.   

Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop

Call for ApplicationsDeadline: December 7, 2012

The American Educational Research Association (AERA) invites fellowship applications for an Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop to be held at the 2013 Annual Meeting in San Francisco. This workshop is designed to build the talent pool of undergraduate students who plan to pursue doctorate degrees in education research or in disciplines and fields that examine education issues. Applicants are sought who have potential and interest in pursuing careers as education researchers, faculty members, or other professionals who contribute to the research field.

AwardFellows will participate in the Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop during the 2013 AERA Annual Meeting in San Francisco. They will also have the benefit of a distinguished mentor as part of the award. The award includes conference registration and two nights of lodging. The fellows and/or their home institutions are responsible for transportation costs to San Francisco.

EligibilityCandidates may come from a broad range of fields across the arts and sciences. Underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be:

• Students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year of college in good academic standing.
• Interested in pursuing a graduate or professional degree that can lend itself to education research areas such as children and youth, school and schooling issues, higher education, education policy, student achievement, curriculum and instruction, education psychology, or education leadership.
• U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

DatesFriday, April 26 - Sunday, April 28 - 2013 AERA Annual Meeting in San Francisco

Visit http://www.aera.net/AERAfundingopportunities for the workshop description and application information.