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Univision Exclusive Media Partner for CHCI's 35th Anniversary Awards Gala | ||
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May 17, 2012 | ||
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CHCI is proud to announce that media giant Univision will serve as its exclusive media partner for the 35th Anniversary Awards Gala on Thursday, September 13, 2012, in Washington, D.C. The event, themed “CHCI at 35: Keeping the Founders’ Promise” is the largest and most prestigious in the Latino community. Emmy Award-winning Univision anchor and 2006 CHCI Chair’s Award recipient María Elena Salinas
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R2L Dallas Serves as True Inspiration to Dallas Area Youth | ||
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May 16, 2012 | ||
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On Saturday, April 21, nearly 120 students and mentors gathered on the campus of Mountain View College for a day of inspiration and motivation as part of CHCI’s college readiness program, Ready to Lead. CHCI President & CEO Esther Aguilera started the day by encouraging students and introducing the six CHCI alumni who volunteered at the program. They each spoke about their experience with CHCI programs and the importance of leadership. Esther and the alumni were followed by Mountain View President Felix Zamora who shared his inspiring story of overcoming obstacles. (More)
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CHCI Congratulates the 2011-12 Fellows and 2012 Spring Interns | ||
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May 16, 2012 | ||
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On Tuesday, April 24, CHCI held its Joint Fellows and Spring Interns Graduation Networking Reception in the Gold Room at the Rayburn House Office Building honoring its 2011-12 Public Policy and Graduate Fellows and its 2012 CHCI-Walmart Spring Interns. More than 100 people were in attendance. CHCI President & CEO Esther Aguilera and CHCI Chair Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez provided opening remarks, followed by insights from Reps. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and Joe Baca. Finally, Gil Valdes of New York Life gave sponsor remarks. (More)
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2011-12 CHCI Fellowship Class Raises Money for CHCI Scholarships | ||
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May 16, 2012 | ||
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Each year, participants in CHCI’s Fellowship Program are asked to raise money to help fund scholarships as a way of expressing appreciation for the opportunities given to them and ensuring those opportunities are available to future students. The 2011-12 CHCI Public Policy and Graduate Fellows would like to thank the over 75 supporters and Capitol Yacht Charters for making the cruise fundraiser, held May 3 on the Potomac a success! (More)
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Join Actors Tony Plana and Wilmer Valderrama, Rep. Pedro Pierluisi and Others on May 21 for CHCI's Education Policy Forum | ||
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May 15, 2012 | ||
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CHCI is teaming up with NBC News' Education Nation for a powerful education dialogue in Miami on May 21. You're invited to join this critical discussion about the national imperative to increase Latino college completion rates. Celebrity moderators include Telemundo Reporter Mary Gamarra, Actor and Director Tony Plana, and Actor and Producer Wilmer Valderrama. Rep. Pedro Pierluisi (PR-At-Large) will offer his insights on the emerging role of technology in Latino education. View the powerful agenda for CHCI's Keeping the Promise: Partnerships for Latino Education Success and register today. | ||
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2012 Fiesta de Golf Raises Nearly $200,000 for Scholarships | ||
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May 14, 2012 | ||
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With the support of 23 sponsors especially our golf tournament host, ExxonMobil, and the 123 golfers in attendance including four members of Congress, Reps. Joe Baca, Eni Faleomavaega, Gene Green, and Silvestre Reyes, CHCI raised more than $190,000 in support of its Scholarship Program for Latino youth. CHCI sends a special thanks to all of its partners and supporters for making the 16th Annual Fiesta de Golf Scholarship Challenge a huge success! (More)
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CHCI Graduate Fellows Explore Timely Issues During Young Latino Leaders Summit Series | ||
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May 14, 2012 | ||
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On April 16, the nine 2011-12 Graduate Fellows moderated their respective public policy roundtable discussions on insightful and timely issues affecting the Latino community and the nation. The areas of focus included—education, health, housing, law, and science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM). The discussions, which took place on Capitol Hill, were attended by members of Congress, Congressional staffers, public policy experts, national leaders, media, and other change makers. The summit was the culmination of months of training in becoming better versed in the public policy formulation process. Some of the high quality panelists/subject matter experts included: Rep. Rubén Hinojosa, Eduardo Ochoa, Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education, U.S. Dept. of Education, and Max Sevillia, Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs, NALEO Educational Fund, to name a few. (More)
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Join CHCI on the Road in Miami for Our Next Education Events on May 19 & 21 | ||
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April 27, 2012 | ||
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Join CHCI and its partners for two critical events to continue the national dialogue about the imperative of Latino educational attainment in America. Building on the momentum of the two highly successful events held in New York City and San Antonio, CHCI is going On the Road to Miami. CHCI will host a Ready to Lead event on Saturday, May 19, and its third Education Policy Forum on Monday, May 21. Learn more... | ||
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Application Deadline for Fall Internship Program is April 27 | ||
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April 12, 2012 | ||
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CHCI is now accepting applications for its nationally-acclaimed Congressional Internship Program for the fall semester. Selected individuals benefit from an unmatched experience where they will learn first-hand about our nation’s legislative processes. This PAID, 12-week internship is available for college undergraduates enrolled full time in an academic institution. Students of ALL majors that have an interest in the development of public policy and who have demonstrated leadership abilities should apply. Don't miss your chance to participate in this transformative program! View the informational flyer, and then visit http://www.chci.org/internships/ to learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, and how to possibly get credit for the internship. | ||
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CHCI Chair Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez Challenges Latino Youth to Succeed at R2L in San Antonio | ||
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April 12, 2012 | ||
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On Saturday, March 31, over 100 Latino high school students invested in their futures by participating in CHCI’s college readiness program, Ready to Lead. Students gathered at The University of Texas at San Antonio-Downtown Campus for a day of information and inspiration. CHCI President & CEO Esther Aguilera opened the event by thanking all the young participants for their attendance and recognized their many achievements. As a personal example of success for the young Latinos, she stressed the importance of finishing high school and obtaining higher education. She also promoted the great programs that CHCI offers and encouraged them to apply as they continue their educational journeys. (More)
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will serve as celebrity host of the Gala, where CHCI will present its highest honors, the Medallion of Excellence Awards and its Chair’s Award, as well as pay tribute to its 35 years of successfully developing the next generation of Latino leaders. (
