Hawaii Hispanic News August 2012 Issue

100% Latino -owned & -operatedAugust 2012 Serving Hawaii's 120,842 Hispanic Residents

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Dr. Yajaira Sierra-Sastre in the NASA "space cooking" facility

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Business: Cristina Sara-legui to receive Ultimate Latina award at USHCC's Los Angeles Convention pg.4

Government: Rep. Guti-errez addressed UNITY Journalists Convention on behalf of Obama for America pg.6

Community: Deadline to request independent fore-closure review extended to December 31 pg.12

Education: Discovery Familia helps make back to school fun with an incredible journey through the world of letters pg.18

By José Villa, Senior Editor

Award-winning Latina blogger made her own path

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ITHACA, New York – Dr. Yajaira Sierra-Sastre is a materials scientist and educator with ten years of research experience in academic, federal, and private institutions. She is participating in the HI-SEAS (Hawaii Space Exploration Analog and Simulation) project on the Big Island next year. The crew has been selected from over 700 applicants, and

the 120-day simulated mission is scheduled to begin in early 2013.

T h e N A S A H u m a n Exploration & Operations Miss ion Direc tora te has identified a number of risks associated with long-term human space exploration. Many of these can be simulated somewhere on Earth that is similar to the target space environment in relevant ways. HI-SEAS is a planetary surface exploration site at 8,500 feet on the Mauna Loa side of the saddle area on the Big Island of Hawaii.

HI-SEAS is funded for its first season of operation focusing on new forms of food and new food preparation strategies for

long-term space exploration. This first mission will involve s ix as t ronau t -like -- in terms o f e d u c a t i o n , e x p e r i e n c e , and attitude -- c r ewmember s l i v i n g i n t h e habitat for 120 days under Mars-e x p l o r a t i o n conditions. For example, they will experience t h e s a m e : communication l a t enc ie s and blackouts; stresses of living in close quarters; strict water-use rules; etc.

During our interview, she

said: “I was born and raised in Arroyo, Puerto Rico – on the

southeast coast of the island – and am a product of the public school education system there. I received my bachelors of

science degree in chemistry and teacher’s certification from

the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez and my doctora te i n m a t e r i a l s c h e m i s t r y f rom Corne l l University.”

Sierra-Sastre c o n t i n u e d :

“Ever since I can remember, I’ve been interested in science - all kinds of science. My father had a

tremendous love and passion for science. I remember, when I was very little girl, my father

DALLAS, Texas – Marisa Treviño is the publisher of Latina Lista, one of the most popular Hispanic news blogs in the nation. Its mission is:

“Exploring the politics and social justice issues of the day while elevating the voices, stories and lives of Latinos and Latinas.”

She said: “My maternal grandfather was from Spain. My

mother was born and raised in Oklahoma, but her mother was from Mexico. Mom was going over on a trip to visit some friends in Spain and met an U.S. Air Force colonel on the plane. He told her he was opening the Torrejon Air Base and asked her if she spoke Spanish. She said yes and he told her she had a job. She went to work for the Office of Special Investigations.” (The Air Force version of NCIS)

Treviño went on: “She met

my father while working for the OSI. He was a blond-haired, blue-eyed native of Michigan. He assumed my mother was a native Spaniard, who spoke no English, so for the longest time he didn’t realize she understood everything he said. They were married in Spain, I was born there, and he retired from the service. Then our family moved to Tampa, Florida, where I attended elementary through high school.”

She continued: “My mother was the oldest of the eight brothers and sisters. Word came that her father was severely ill and that her mother would come to live with us. My mother thought it would be easier for our family to relocate to Oklahoma City then it would be for her mother to move to Tampa, where she didn’t have her familiar surroundings.”

Moving from Tampa to


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MassMutual: Study reveals strong values lead to start-up, but lack of action among Hispanic business

owners results in poor future fiscal fitness

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NEW YORK, New York -- The number of Hispanic-owned businesses in New York grew three times faster than all businesses, according to the Office of the New York State Comptroller, generating $18.2 billion in sales in the ten-year period between 1997 and 2007. As New York's e c o n o m i c r e c o v e r y continues to add jobs*, it is clear tha t Hispanic businesses play a key role. But many of New York's Hispanic business owners may be lacking knowledge of and access to tools to help them create a more solid financial future for themselves and their families, according to a study sponsored by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual).

The study findings will be presented

Thursday evening and expert panelists from local media, investment and venture capital firms will be on hand to shed light on how local Hispanic entrepreneurs are faring. The program begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Muse Hotel,

130 West 46th Street. The research study—Business

Owner Perspectives: 2011 Insights in an Uncertain Economy—showed that Hispanic business owners value family,

community and independence, which serve as motivators for Hispanics in pursuing their American Dream as business owners:

• Eighty-nine percent started their businesses to provide financially for

their families (vs. 77 percent of general population business owners)

• T h i r t y - o n e percen t want to provide jobs for other family members (vs. 19 percent of the general population)

• F i f t y - f o u r p e r c e n t r e p o r t that "giving back to the community" i s a mo t iva t i on for starting their businesses, when only 21 percent of general population business owners said the same.

But even as the cultural values of Hispanic business owners have motivated them to start their businesses, their long-term ability to provide for their families and

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communities may be in danger. Hispanic business owners are worried about meeting both their business and personal financial goals:

• Three-in-10 say it is all they can do to keep up with everyday business expenses, much less think about the future.

• Twenty-three percent have too many immediate financial concerns to think about saving for retirement, compared to 16 percent of general-market businesses.

• Eighteen percent say they wouldn't know where to go for financial assistance vs. 12 percent among general-market

businesses. Also troubling is the lack of future

planning when it comes to the eventual sale or transition of businesses. The good news is that Hispanic business owners know to whom they want to pass on their businesses: seven in ten say to a family member (vs. just over half of general population business owners), yet

• Only 17 percent are concerned about transitioning ownership upon retirement (vs. 32 percent general population).

• Sixty-two percent have not even told the designated successors that they will be taking over the businesses.

• Only 24 percent have a business succession plan in place.

• Of those who have a succession plan in place, close to one third indicated that the plan was prepared by a friend,

family member or by the owner himself or herself either alone or with a business partner.

"Latinos in New York City have long understood the meaning of the 'American Dream,'" said MassMutual's Stephen Grossman, General Manager of a New York City office, Financial Marketing Partners. "As business owners, they put incredible pressure on their shoulders to succeed, not just for themselves, but for the good of their families. The good news is that many already know they want to transition their businesses to the next generation; they just need to understand the advantages of having a formal succession plan, the information and tools to help them improve their ability to reach that dream," he concluded.

"In our 40-year history, there has never been a greater economic or business need than now to build future Latino business leaders," said Manny Espinoza, ALPFA

chief executive officer, with national headquarters based in New York City. ALPFA—a professional organization for Latinos in business, finance, accounting and related fields—is dedicated to enhancing career opportunities, as well as building leadership and professional skills.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n o n MassMutua l ' s Bus iness Owner Perspectives study, log on to http://www.massmutual.com/bizownerperspectives or see this video. For Spanish-language information about MassMutual and its financial professionals, visit http://www.massmutual.com/multicultural/spanish . To learn more about ALPFA, log on to http://www.alpfa.org.

*New York State Department of Labor, June 14, 2012.

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WASHINGTON, DC -- The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is proud to announce the Third Annual Latino Employee Resource Group (ERG) Summit and Corporate Challenge on Monday, September 17, 2012 at the 33rd Annual National Convention in Los Angeles, California.

The Latino ERG Summit and Corporate Challenge is a key component of the USHCC 33rd Annual National Convention and has been designed to bring Latino ERGs together to share best practices and provide compelling results on the value of Latino ERGs in corporate America. Employee Resource Groups are a crucial asset to corporations for their role in diversity recruitment and retention, diversity in management, talent development, and reaching customers and clients in their respective communities.

" I n 2 0 1 0 , t h e U S H C C launched the first-ever Latino ERG Summit Chal lenge a t t h e A n n u a l C o n v e n t i o n in Dallas. We recognize the t r e m e n d o u s i m p a c t t h a t Latino ERGs h a v e o n t h e deve lopmen t a n d s u c c e s s of tomorrow's Hispanic senior corporate executives," says Javier Palomarez, USHCC President & CEO.

Over the last two years, over 80 outstanding corporations have actively competed in the challenge, including Aetna, Bank of America, ExxonMobil and State Farm. These companies' Latino ERGs compete based on their impact in four key areas: career advancement

of Latino professionals, alignment of Latino ERG initiatives and corporate objectives, community involvement, and cultural Latino advancement within the firm.

"The level of enthusiasm and excitement from last year's event serves as a testament to the USHCC's continued focus on ERG development, and we look forward to identifying and awarding another outstanding organization this year," adds USHCC Chairman of the Board Nina Vaca.

Leading the 2012 Latino ERG Summit Challenge is Dr. Robert Rodriguez, President of DRR Advisors LLC, based in Chicago.

"I am so excited about the third annual Latino ERG Summit & Corporate Challenge," states Dr. Rodriguez. "Latino ERGs are leading the positive evolution of corporate employee networks and are setting the benchmark of what it

means to be a next generation employee resource group."

For information on how to enter the 2012 Latino ERG Summit and Corporate Challenge, please contact Dr. Rodriguez at [email protected]. For more information on the USHCC 33rd Annual National Convention, please visit the Convention website at http://www.ushcc.com/convention.

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Cristina Saralegui to receive Ultimate Latina award at

USHCC's Los Angeles Convention

WASHINGTON, DC -- The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is proud to announce talk show host, author, actor and entrepreneur Cristina Saralegui as the recipient of the 2012 Ultimate Latina Award. Saralegui will accept the award at the Ultimate Latina Luncheon on Monday, September 17th at the USHCC 33rd Annual National Convention in Los Angeles, California.

"We are always eager to honor the work and contributions to society of remarkable Latina entrepreneurs," says USHCC Chairman, Nina Vaca. "As the 2012 Ultimate Latina, Cristina Saralegui is a living testament

to the unyielding perseverance and resourcefulness that characterizes the Latina business community - the fastest growing entrepreneurial segment in America."

Saralegui's star began to rise when she became editor-in-chief of 'Cosmopolitan en Español' in 1979. Saralegui leveraged her experience in journalism to become executive producer and host of her

own highly-rated TV talk show, "The Cristina Show," which ran for a total of 21 years on Univision. The show

was heralded for being the first of its kind to offer millions of viewers a n a w a r d - w i n n i n g discussion platform in a television market lacking in Spanish-l a n g u a g e o p t i o n s . With 12 Emmys to her name, she is also the first Spanish-language television personality to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Often compared to Oprah Winfrey in terms of influence and accomplishments, Saralegui's brand has grown over the years to include: Cristina La Revista, a magazine she started over 20 years ago;

Casa Cristina, a home decor line; a Miami-based television studio; the newly launched Cristina Radio on SiriusXM; and Arriba la Vida/Up with Life, an AIDS awareness and education foundation. She is also a regular contributor to the Huffington post and a published author.

" W e a t t h e USHCC believe that Cristina Saralegui's t r e m e n d o u s

accomplishments, as a renowned media figure and entrepreneur is truly inspiring." says USHCC President & CEO, Javier Palomarez. "By recognizing Saralegui, one of our nation's most incredibly successful and influential Latinas, we hope to ensure that she will continue to serve as an exemplary role-model for Latina entrepreneurs for generations to come."

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G O V E R N M E N TRep. Gutierrez addressed UNITY Journalists Convention on behalf of Obama for America

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LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-Ill.), a leading advocate in Congress for immigration reform and Latino communities, addressed the UNITY '12 Convention in Las Vegas Saturday on behalf of President Obama's campaign for reelection.

The convention's Candidates' Forum featuring "A Conversation with Rep. Luis Gutierrez" was held at 9 a.m. Saturday, August 4, at the Mandalay Ballroom IJ in the Mandalay Bay South Convention Center in Las Vegas.

After some brief opening remarks, Gutierrez was interviewed by veteran journalist Willie Lora, news and political director of CNN en Español. The forum, sponsored by Time Warner, streamed live online and the audiences in and outside of the room were able to submit

questions via Twitter, #UNITY12elect."I am honored to represent President

Barack Obama before the nation's most diverse journalism organization. The President and I believe we prosper when we recognize that diversity is a singular strength of America and that as a nation we are all in it together and stand strongest when we stand united. We are on the verge of a key turning point as young immigrants eligible for the DREAM Act begin coming forward in two weeks for temporary protection from deportation under deferred action, said Representative Luis Gutierrez.

He continued: “While the Congress just adjourned debating English-only laws and delaying tax-cuts or any serious help to the economy,

the Democrats and the President are committed to strengthening our economy, helping middle class and working

class families make it, and building an economy that's built to last. The gathering in Nevada of Asian American, Native American, LGBT and Latino journalists just underscores the fact that everyone, no matter where you come from, has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our democracy."

The candidates' forum at UNITY '12, the most diverse journalism convention in the United States, was an opportunity for the presidential candidates to address the 2,300 journalists, media executives, and community members gathering in Las Vegas that week.

"We are pleased that the Obama campaign will be answering questions from such a diverse group of journalists from all across the country as we enter the height of this year's presidential campaign," said Onica Makwakwa, executive director of UNITY Journalists, based in McLean, Virginia.

Makwakwa said that repeated invitations were made to both the Obama for America campaign and the Mitt Romney for America campaign for

their respective presidential candidates to attend.

The Romney campaign declined the invitation and offered no surrogate. Obama campaign officials said the President was not available and tapped Rep. Gutierrez to represent him before the convention of journalists.

In 2008, then-Sen. Barack Obama addressed the Unity convention in Chicago. Sen. John McCain declined repeated invitations to attend. At the 2004 Unity convention in Washington, D.C., both President George W. Bush and presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry addressed the gathering of journalists.

Now in his tenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Gutierrez is the Democratic Party's leading strategist and spokesperson on immigration issues. He is chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Immigration Task Force and had previously served as Chair of the Democratic Caucus Immigration Task Force.

Among his extensive congressional work, Gutierrez was at the forefront to achieve comprehensive immigration reform and to pass the DREAM Act in 2010, which would offer a work permit and a path to citizenship to certain undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children and who are now college students or recent graduates.

He has been a cr i t ic of the government's deportation of immigrants that has resulted in breaking families apart in many regions of the country. Immigration reform is just one of several key topics debated by both presidential candidates on the campaign trail. In a free-flowing conversation format, journalists inquired about many of these issues at the Candidates' Forum.

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DHS announces application Process for Deferred Action, IPC provides data on where eligible individuals reside

Washington D.C. – On August 3, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released important details about the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) process, which will temporarily allow some eligible youth to go to school and work without fear of deportation. A recent Immigration Policy Center (IPC) report, “Who and Where the DREAMers Are: A Demographic Profile of Immigrants Who Might Benefit from the Obama Administration’s Deferred Action Initiative”, provides the most detailed look to date at who is likely to benefit from the new program and where they are located in the country.

The IPC estimates that roughly 936,930 undocumented youth between the ages of 15 and 30 might immediately qualify to apply for the new program. The new report breaks down the deferred action-eligible population by nationality and age at the national and state level, as well as by congressional district.

Because potential applicants reside in all states and every congressional district, today’s announcement clarifying the application process sets the stage for an intense period of preparation around the country, as communities wait for the

request form to be released on August 15.

The DACA program is designed for young people who are under the age of 31; entered the United States before age 16; have resided in the country for

at least five years as of June 15, 2012; have not been convicted of a felony, a “significant” misdemeanor, or three other misdemeanors; and are currently in school, graduated from high school, earned a GED, or served in the military.

Among the key points shared by USCIS:

• A new form will be available on August 15. All DACA requests will require payment of the standard $85 biometric fee, but no additional fee will be charged. Persons who wish to receive work authorization must pay, with limited exemptions, the current employment authorization document

fee of $365.• Information provided on the form

will be kept confidential, including information relating to applicants’ family members or legal guardians, meaning it will not be used for immigration

enforcement proceedings, unless the applicant meets current USCIS criteria for referral to Immigration and Customs Enforcement or issuance of a Notice to Appear (NTA) in immigration court.

• DHS will deem “significant” any misdemeanor, regardless of the sentence imposed, involving burglary, domestic violence, sexual abuse or exploitation, unlawful possession of firearms, driving under the influence, or drug distribution or trafficking. In addition, DHS will

deem significant any other misdemeanor for which an applicant was sentenced to more than 90 days in jail, not including suspended sentences and time held pursuant to immigration detention. Minor traffic offenses and convictions for immigration-related offenses classified as felonies or misdemeanors by state laws (e.g. Arizona SB 1070) will not be considered.

Most of the potential beneficiaries of deferred action live in large immigrant-receiving states like California and Texas, but many also reside in North Carolina, Georgia, Colorado, and Washington State, and nearly every state has a

significant DREAMer population. Also, while nearly 70 percent of potential beneficiaries are from Mexico, there are significant populations from Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Asia. In some states, such as Virginia, the population is quite diverse, with no single dominant nationality.

Knowing who the po ten t i a l beneficiaries are and where they live will be critical as USCIS initiates this new program. Using this data, USCIS, as well as advocates offering assistance, can locate pockets of potential beneficiaries who may be living in geographic areas that are underserved or who may require information in languages that were unanticipated.

To read the USCIS Guidance and IPC report see:

• Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Process (USCIS Website): http://www.uscis.gov /por ta l / s i t e /usc i s /menui tem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/vgnextoid=f2ef2f19470f7310VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD&vgnextchannel=f2ef2f19470f7310VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD

• Who and Where the DREAMers Are: A Demographic Profile of Immigrants Who Might Benefit from the Obama Administration’s Deferred Action Initiative (IPC Fact Check, July 2012)http://www.immigrationpolicy.org/just-facts/who-and-where-dreamers-are

Source: USCIS Press Office


Latinas and friends came out to celebrateHerman Stern, Paul Herrán, Gabriel Cervantes and Tony Calatayud (Salem Communications)

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A guest, Omar Olivas, Miriam Sandoval, Lauren Montez and Zulma Aguiar

Herman Stern (Univision Hawaii) and Isabel Lambert (Bella Rosa)

Attorney Jeff Flores and Keenan Porter (Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii)

Janine Hol, Keenan Porter, a guest and Jeff Flores

Lauren Montez, Tony Calatayud (Salem Communications), Paul Herrán and Keila Navarro


Cecilia Arreola, Gabriel Cervantes, Carmen Gonzalez and Dr. Ruben Juarez

Mario Nanguse, Lisette Gonzalez and Soul De Cuba owner Jesús Puerto

To ask: “Do we want a “24/7’ Spanish radio station in Honolulu?”

Carlos Lara and Keila Navarro

The Mixer drew a roomful of Latino and Latina professionals – and our friends

Paul Chandler, Aly, Teresa Joseph and Tony Calatayud (Salem Communications)

LBH board members Sandra Ahn and Elaina Smith flank Keenan Porter

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Tony Calatayud (Salem Communications) and Jane Sawyer, SBA Hawaii Director


Oklahoma City had to be quite a cultural change. She said: “It was, but I lived there about five years. Then I met my future husband at a Mexican dance. He was from Dallas, but was going to school at the University of O k l a h o m a . We got married, m o v e d t o Dal las and I’ve been in Dallas ever since.”

H o w did she get interested in journalism? Treviño said:

“As long as I can remember, I’ve enjoyed wri t ing . In e l emen ta ry school, I won a n a t i o n a l w r i t i n g contest with a story about Babar the Elephant. That was my first exposure to having someone else like what I wrote. But I didn’t give it a lot of thought after that.”

She continued: “Growing up in Florida, my main interest was space because from our front porch we could see the Apollo liftoffs, the Space Lab liftoffs, etc. I wanted to be an astronaut. But at that time, astronauts needed to be strong in math and science. I was good at science, but not math. So by the time we moved to Oklahoma City, I didn’t know what I wanted to be.”

Treviño added: “Then one day my mother and my aunt sat me down for ‘the talk.’ They told me I could be a secretary or a nurse or a teacher. My mother was a secretary. I even tried going to secretarial school. In fact, it was the school she had attended and I had her same teacher – the man who owned the school. I lasted one

day. I felt suffocated and just couldn’t do it.”

Secretarial work was not for her. What did she do? She said: “We lived in the barrio. One day some people were going door-to-door searching for college-eligible bilingual youth because the

schools were s t a r t i n g b i l i n g u a l p r o g r a m s a n d t h e y n e e d e d n a t i v e s p e a k e r s to work as t e a c h e r s ’ aides. The p r o g r a m offered to p a y m y c o l l e g e tuition and books so I could get a deg ree i n t e a c h i n g if I’d work as an aide. I d i d n ’ t really have

anything else to do, so I accepted the offer and worked as a bilingual kindergarten aide.”

Treviño continued: “Implementing new programs often presents challenges. I had one kindergarten class in the morning and one in the afternoon. Each class had 34 students and at least 25 were Spanish-language-dominant Latinos, so the non-Spanish-speaking teachers were very frustrated. When I started, the Latinos students were delegated to me. I was to administer tests, do lesson plans, crowd control and I had no training. These, and other challenges, led me to remove teaching from my desired job list.”

Treviño had gotten married, moved with her husband to Dallas and had a baby boy. She said: “To bring in some extra money, but still have the flexibility to spend time with my son, I took a

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She continued: “An on-line writing program led to a published non-fiction piece and I was hooked. I then started taking community college journalism classes. And then in 2000 I graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a bachelors’ in Liberal Arts. But in the meantime, I did a lot of freelance work.”

She went on: “In the early 90s I read an op-ed by a Latina and had a difficult time following the logic of her piece. I thought: ‘I could do write a better op-ed than that.’ I then became a frequent writer for Hispanic Link. From there I started freelancing op-eds for various papers.”

She added: “Then when blogs came out, I realized I could control the entire process and could write as much as I wanted. So in 2004, I started Latina Lista. I would work all day for an organization that traced newspaper trends and would then blog at home until midnight. In the beginning I wrote strictly about Latina issues, but then in about 2005 I expanded to focus on all Latino/Latina issues and I’ve never looked back.”

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Bud Light partners with acclaimed

Chef Aaron Sanchez for National

Carne Asada Campaign

ST. LOUIS, Missouri -- This summer, Bud Light and acclaimed chef and TV host Aaron Sanchez teamed up for a new national summer grilling campaign:

"Amigos y Carne Asada." Celebrating the time-honored Latino tradition, "Amigos y Carne Asada" will celebrate the perfect trifecta of beer, grilling and friends.

Having achieved national fame for hosting t h e F o o d N e t w o r k ' s Heat Seekers, C h e f s v s . C i t y a n d participating as a judge on Chopped, Sanchez is c u r r e n t l y the host of the Spanish-l a n g u a g e c o o k i n g series, Aaron Loves NY, on Utilisima, a FOX-owned network.

Beginning on Sunday, July 22 at 10pm ET/PT, Sanchez now appears as a judge on the Food Networks' Chopped: Grill Masters, in which 16 grilling professionals face off for a $50,000 grand prize over five episodes. Known as one of the country's foremost experts in Latin cooking, Sanchez is uniquely suited for his role as Bud Light Carne Asada Master.

Through his partnership with Bud Light, Sanchez will host a series of lively parties, Carne Asada cook-offs and giveaways this year, and will appear

in bilingual TV creative, beginning with a :30 commercial titled "Anecdote & Fuel." Additionally, Sanchez will appear in bilingual print, radio, outdoor, digital and point-of-sale materials.

"When Bud Light came to me with this opportunity, I was excited to be able to share Carne Asada on a larger level across the country," says Sanchez.

"Carne Asada is a time to celebrate with friends and family – it's all about the food,

music, good times and, of course, Bud Light – so this is a perfect match."

"With his charismatic personality and world-class culinary skills, Aaron was the ideal fit for helping launch our Carne Asada program," said Mike Sundet, vice president, Bud Light. "Our goal is to help elevate Carne Asada among adult beer drinkers, while infusing Bud Light's personality into the tradition."

For more information on the Bud Light "Amigos y Carne Asada" program, please visit the Bud Light Latino Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/BudLightLatino).


C O M M U N I T Y

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Source: Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Deadline to request independent foreclosure review

extended to December 31

WASHINGTON, DC -- Borrowers seeking a review of their mortgage foreclosures under the federal banking agencies' Independent Foreclosure Review now have until December 31, 2012, to submit their requests.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and the Board of Governors of the Federal R e s e r v e S y s t e m ( F e d e r a l R e s e r v e ) t o d a y announced t h a t t h e deadline for submitt ing r e q u e s t s for review u n d e r t h e Independent Foreclosure Review has been extended. The new deadline provides additional time for borrowers to request a review if they believe they suffered financial injury as a result of errors in foreclosure actions on their homes in 2009 or 2010 by one of the servicers covered by enforcement actions issued in April 2011.

The deadline extension provides more time to increase awareness about the Independent Foreclosure Review and how eligible borrowers may request a review, and to encourage the broadest participation possible. The agencies will work with the servicers to expand their outreach and marketing efforts through the end of the year to encourage as much participation as possible.

As part of enforcement actions

issued in April 2011, the agencies required 14 large mortgage servicers to retain independent consultants to conduct a comprehensive review of foreclosure activity in 2009 and 2010 to identify borrowers who may have been financially injured due to errors, misrepresentations, or other deficiencies in the foreclosure process.

If the review finds that financial injury occurred, the b o r r o w e r may receive remediation such as lump-sum payments, suspension or rescission of a foreclosure, a l o a n modification or other loss m i t i g a t i o n a s s i s t a n c e , correction of

credit reports, or correction of deficiency amounts and records. Lump-sum payments can range from $500 to, in the most egregious cases, $125,000 plus equity, according to guidance issued by the agencies.

Requesting a review does not preclude borrowers from taking other actions related to their foreclosures. A servicer is not permitted to require a borrower to sign a waiver of the borrower's ability to pursue claims against the servicer in order to receive compensation under the Independent Foreclosure Review.

There are no costs associated with being included in the review. More information, including how to apply online, is available at http://www.independentforeclosurereview.com.

Curacao debuts company transformation to

attract the new Latino and give them what they want

LOS ANGELES, California -- Curacao, formerly La Curacao, is a leading large format retail department store chain ranking consistently among the top 50 consumer electronics retailers in the U.S. It just debuted its top-to-bottom, inside- and-out transformation repositioning itself for future growth. Shoppers are also being pleasantly surprised with the retailer's complete makeover.

The company's transformation includes the extensive makeover at all ten Curacao stores in Southern California and in Phoenix, including: a new logo; the new interior aesthetics; the ambient music; full-service, knowledge-based

sales associates; and bilingual signage to make the shopping experience fun and easy to navigate for everyone. With its fresh, new image it is positioning itself for the future by embracing a broader base of shoppers.

Curacao c i tes the change in demographics and evolution of Latino shoppers as the principal reasons for the total revamp, its fresh new image and 360 shopping experience. The flagship store in the heart of Los Angeles was buzzing when Curacao executives pulled the ceremonial ropes to unveil the company's new logo before taking guests and shoppers on a tour of the

renovated store."Today's shopper is different," says

Jerry Azarkman, Chief Marketing Officer. "There have been significant cultural and demographic shifts within the Hispanic community, and also in the neighborhoods surrounding our stores."

"Latinos are breaking the mold and we've seen first-hand the evolution of our customer," says Ron Azarkman, Curacao Chief Executive Officer. "Our Hispanic consumer market is certainly growing, but it is also evolving and we are committed to keeping in step with them to give them what they want."

"We continuously strive to better serve our customers," says Rick Hutton, Curacao President. "Our shoppers are

tech savvy and are big consumers of electronics, so we are making sure we are prepared to meet their needs."

Curacao, over the last three decades, gained recognition for being one of the largest Hispanic retail department store chains, and a top 50 consumer electronics retailer nationally. The retailer is known to be an innovator and trendsetter that successfully captured the Hispanic consumer. Curacao executives are counting on this fresh image and cultural metamorphosis to boost their base of shoppers. They are positioning their stores to continue to be a bright spot in the retail marketplace.


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would wake me up in the middle of night and we’d go out to look at the stars. His passion and excitement in observing science around us had a tremendous impact on me. Those early experiences helped me internalize the passion for science I now share.”

She went on: “My mother was an educator. I developed the love for teaching and educating our youth from her. For that reason, the first job I accepted after graduating from college was teaching chemistry and math courses at my former high school in Puerto Rico. So, in addition to my chemistry and science background, I’m also a certified high school teacher.”

How did she transition from teaching to research? She said: “After gaining valuable teaching experience, I realized I wanted to have more opportunities to engage in research. So I started looking for research opportunities for teachers. As a result, I was awarded a summer research fellowship at Stanford University where I participated in nanotechnology projects.”

At Stanford she discovered her passion for nanotechnology and returned home to work at the NASA Research Center for Nanoscale Materials at the University of Puerto Rico-Río Piedras. There she characterized nanomaterials for space-based applications. As part of her PhD studies, Sierra-Sastre also worked at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in the synthesis, imaging, and characterization of semiconductor nanowires.

S h e s a i d : “ Wo r k i n g w i t h nanotechnology in space applications seemed a perfect fit for me. Those early star-gazing experiences with my dad had created in me an interest in science and space exploration. From my earliest years I remember telling family members and friends that when I grew up I wanted

to be an astronaut. It was a vision that I nurtured through the years.”

Sierra-Sastre continued: “I would watch all the Space Shuttle launches, watch films about landing on the moon, and read just about anything to do with space exploration. My town in Puerto Rico didn’t have a library, so I would

get most the most current information from newspaper. I would cut out articles about anything to do with NASA, space research projects and space exploration.”

She went on: “I knew to become an astronaut I first had to be a scientist, so I kept pursuing my studies of science. But in the back of mind, the vision of being an astronaut was always present. I believed my increasing science education was serving to enhance my eligibility. But I also realized that NASA didn’t have many Hispanic astronauts or Puerto Rican female astronauts. And oftentimes the lack of role models creates doubt in our minds about the dream not coming through. Maybe being an astronaut was an unattainable goal for me, etc.”

Sierra-Sastre added: “Then something interesting happened. While doing research at the NASA Center at the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras, an astronaut came to the school as a guest speaker. He told us how he was able to become an astronauts and of his many adventures. But the most important thing I heard was that he was a chemist! That was very inspiring and reignited my passion to make it happen for me.”

Was there anything else she needed

in order to enhance her eligibility? She said: “At that point, I knew I wanted to continue my career in research. I also didn’t speak a lot of English and I knew that would really limit my opportunities to work for NASA. So I decided to attend graduate school on the U.S. mainland. I applied to several schools and was

fortunate enough to be accepted by Cornell University to pursue a PhD program specializing in nanotechnology.”

She continued: “I’ve had other public- and private-sector experiences with nanotechnology. I found out about this HI-SEAS came out, I applied and was extremely fortunate to have been selected out of 700 applicants. The little Puerto Rican girl, who used to marvel at the stars with her dad, is taking the next step in my quest to become an astronaut.”

As she explained it, the overall purpose of this particular NASA experiment deals with food. NASA scientists have discovered that after long periods in space astronauts experience

“menu fatigue.” They get tired of eating the same things and start eating less. When they eat less, they lose muscle mass, which, in turn, starts to affect their mental acuity and capacity. So the main purpose of this experiment is to come up with a wide variety of dry ingredients that can spice up the astronauts’ menus.

Does she have advice for other Latinos and Latinas who may not see role models in their dream professions? She said: “First of all, I knew what I wanted and always kept my dream in mind. Secondly, I took an objective look at myself, acknowledged my weak areas – e.g. science and English

– and worked to make up those deficits. And, most important, I searched for opportunities and applied for them. I would recommend that same strategy to anyone pursuing a dream.”

Our staff is tremendously proud of Dr. Sierra-Sastre and hope to interview her in person when she comes to Hawaii to participate in the NASA project next year.

Granos integrales Consuma como merienda cereales integrales listos para comer o galletas integrales.

Verduras Coma verduras crujientes como merienda en la escuela.

Leche Como merienda tome leche sin o baja en grasa.

Carnes y legumbres Escoja sándwiches de pavo, pollo, rosbif o jamón.

Útiles escolares

Frutas Coma frutas variadas.Las frutas tienendiferente contenidonutricional.

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Dede enjoying herself

The Hawaii Hispanic News, Latin Business Hawaii and New York Life

Jose Villa and Coach Charles Wilson

Blas Silva and Paola Soto

Sandra Ahn and Honolulu Zoo Director Manuel Mollinedo

Two lovely guests talk story with New York Life agent Carlos Lara

New York Life execs: Michael Ceci, Managing Partner, Honolulu Office, and Carlos Garcia

Gabriel Perez, Liliana Sanchez and two other guests enjoying the ambience

NYLife team: Carlos Garcia, Carlos Lara; Liliana Sanchez; Scott Aldinger (Partner);

Gene Bennett and Randy Torres


Lauren Montez presented Jose Villa, LBH president, a congratulatory letter from Congresswoman Hirono

Communications specialist Harold Nedd was – well -- communicating

Celebrated Latin Business Hawaii’s 5th Anniversary at The “M” in Waterfront Plaza

A guest and New York Life agent Gene Bennett

UH Spanish Dept Chair Paul Chandler and Ray Cruz, Hawaii Public Radio

LBH board member Elaina Smith, Coach Charles Wilson and Shannon Barnes

Francheska and LBH board member Ramona Ferreyra

Professional women enjoyed the networking opportunities

Teresa Joseph and Star Miranda

Randy Torres, Michael Ceci and Carlos Lara (right) flank PBN’s Farrah Fiegener and John Strandberg


It's Back-To-School Time -- for Adults

Source: GobiernoUSA.gov/USA.gov

Help complete your child’s future by encouraging them to get a college degree. Call the Hispanic Scholarship Fund today at 1-877-HSF-INFO or visit YourWordsToday.org to learn more.

Their tomorrow depends on your words today.

My child is goingto college at .

WASHINGTON, DC -- August is the time when parents across the country get their children ready for the new school year. It's a good time to get the kids up to date with their immunizations, and to buy the supplies they need for school.

In the rush to get everything ready for their kids, parents might forget that they might benefit from going back to school too. The federal government offers affordable adult education classes and programs throughout the United States.

Most classes and programs are free, and are offered in locations like community centers, public schools and community colleges. Government-sponsored adult education classes include:

-- GED preparation. A GED diploma is equivalent to a high school diploma and is essential for getting a better job. Several adult education programs offer

prep classes to help you get a GED diploma. These programs teach basic algebra, physics, civics, and history and are ideal for people who didn't finish high school. You can find the nearest GED testing center by typing in your ZIP code at gedtestingservice.com.

-- Career and technical education. Adult education classes and programs can also help you get practical education and training through work certifications. You can take classes on plumbing, office

administration, electronics, mechanics, carpentry, health and even computers. Some of these classes are developed with local employers to help students develop skills that local employers need.

-- English classes. These classes are designed for adults who want to learn how to speak, read or write in English. There are courses for beginners and advanced students, but also for native speakers who would like to improve their English skills. If you enroll in these classes you might have to take a test to determine your level of proficiency. These classes offer flexible schedules to accommodate people who work and have family obligations.

-- Citizenship classes. If you are a legal permanent resident and are trying to become a U.S. citizen, you might be interested in taking a citizenship prep class at your local adult school. These classes offer everything you need to know to take the history and

civics tests required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. You will also have the opportunity to practice the required citizenship interview.

-- Education orientation and help for disabled students. Adult education schools are staffed with counselors who can help students figure out which classes to take and which certifications may help

them get a better job. They also have tools to help people with disabilities access classes and programs to take full advantage of the resources available.

Find out more information about adult education classes near you by visiting literacydirectory.org.

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Telemundo News anchor Jose Diaz Balart to receive 2012 award for

outstanding achievement in Hispanic televisionNEW YORK, New York -- Two

leading television industry publications -- Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News -- have announced that Jose Diaz Balart will be the 2012 recipient of their time-honored and distinguished award for Outstanding Achievement in Hispanic Television.

This recognition will be presented to the acclaimed nightly news anchor of Noticiero Telemundo and Telemundo's Sunday morning program, Enfoque, during the Awards Luncheon at the Tenth Annual Hispanic Television Summit, to be held at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square of New York City on Wednesday, October 3, 2012.

Louis Hillelson, the Group Publisher for the two publications said, "Mr.

Diaz Balart is being recognized for his extraordinary commitment to communicate news to both English and Spanish speakers and, especially for his ability to focus on news of importance to all Latino television viewers."

Hil lelson continued, "In this presidential election season, it is important to recognize the achievements of someone who is reporting about the voice of the Latino voter. Jose Diaz Balart has proven he is deserving of this recognition. He has even performed double duty as anchor of a live midday English language news program on the MSNBC network, while also providing the evening news, live, to Spanish-speaking audiences on the Telemundo network. That is a truly outstanding accomplishment."

The award fo r Ou t s t and ing

Achievement in Hispanic Television is historically presented at the Hispanic Televis ion Summit . The award acknowledges a single individual who has demonstrated h i s o r h e r a b i l i t y t o support the growth and development of the Hispanic t e l e v i s i o n industry.

Previous recipients of the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Hispanic Television : TV legend Don F r a n c i s c o ; sportscaster Andres Cantor; talk show hostess Cristina Saralegui; news anchor Jorge Ramos; P&G advertising executive Edgar Sandoval; news anchor Maria Celeste Arraras; boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya; and media executive Monica Gadsby.

Jose Diaz Balart said, "After nearly

30 years working as a journalist, this recognition constitutes a profound honor. I have long believed that unless people are aware of their rights, they cannot

exercise them. What we in Spanish language television do, while connecting viewers to their past, is to open the doors to their futures by informing them of their rights and responsibilities today."

T h e H i s p a n i c Television Summit has been presented annually s ince 2003 . I t ha s become a "must attend" event for those in the business of television and digital video targeted to the US Hispanic and Latin American viewing audience. It attracts about

500 attendees from across the country, Latin America and Spain.

The Summit is being produced for the tenth time by the Schramm Marketing Group, a NY-based marketing services company which includes Hispanic marketing among its specialties.

By Mari Roma Villa, Editor

Jose Diaz Balart


E D U C AT I O NDiscovery Familia helps make back to school fun with

an incredible journey through the world of letters By José Villa, Senior Editor

MIAMI, Florida -- Just because summer is coming to a close does not mean the fun has to stop. This August, as the kids prepare to go back to school, Discovery Familia enters the fascinating universe of words with WordWorld. It’s an innovative series that introduces young viewers to the English language and reading skills and sets the groundwork for a bilingual generation. WordWorld premiered on August 6 at 3pm ET/12pm PT and will air Monday through Friday in the same time slot.

Using advanced technology, colorful images and a dynamic storyline, the animated series WordWorld stimulates a love for words and reading. The friendly animal cast presents a marvelous world full of adventure and situations centered on characters and objects made of letters spelling out their names in English. The technique exposes children not only to English words and sounds, but also to the concept that letters form words

representing real-world objects. The winner of three Emmy awards,

WordWorld was originally created by Don Moody to motivate E n g l i s h - s p e a k i n g children to become interested in words as a prelude to a love of reading. With the collaboration of Monica Fuhrken, an educational consultant and expert in teaching English, Discovery Familia gives the series a new twist by dubbing some parts of the narrative into Spanish and leaving others in English. In this way, the show not only familiarizes children with the world of words, but also sets and reinforces the basis for the bilingual skills so common among Hispanics who live

in the United States.To add even more fun to the mix, the

network also brings audiences the next

season of the hit series Hi-5, premiering

August 6 at 7pm ET/4pm PT and continuing to air Monday through Friday. The popular show offers a world of

learning based on music, movement, storytelling and language. In each episode, hosts Casey, Fely, Lauren, Stevie and Tim invite children to join them in a fun, p o s i t i v e s p a c e t o discover the world around them.

D e s i g n e d f o r preschoolers , Hi-5 emphasizes important educational values that contribute to individual learning and the crucial integration of the right and left hemispheres of the brain. The series explores such themes as:

-- Language and music

-- Social and emotional skills -- Visual and mathematical skills -- Cooperation / teamwork -- Social responsibility With moms in mind, the Discovery

Familia initiative includes a series of informative spots hosted by Jeannette Torres-Alvarez, early childhood expert and Discovery Familia's brand ambassador. In these on-air capsules, Jeannette will share practical tips for kids and their moms for making the transition back to school easier.

To learn more about Discovery Familia, including interactive games, videos, programming news and more, visit http://www.discoveryfamilia.com or follow us on http://www.facebook.com/discoveryfamilia.


The PepsiCo Foundation contributes $50,000 to the National Association of Hispanic

Journalists Scholarships and Internships ProgramBy Marí Villa, Senior Editor

Where to find the Hawaii Hispanic News:

www.hawaiihispanicnews.org

PURCHASE, New York -- The PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, has committed $50,000 to the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) for scholarships and internships to deserving s tuden t s in t e res t ed in p u r s u i n g c a r e e r s i n journalism and social media. The announcement was made during the PepsiCo-sponsored NAHJ Hall of Fame Gala that was held on Friday, August 3, at the UNITY 2012 Convention in Las Vegas, the largest gathering of minority journalists in the nation.

For the second consecutive year, the PepsiCo Foundation i s suppo r t i ng NAHJ ' s scholarship and internship program for the as part of La Promesa de PepsiCo, the company's Hispanic initiative focused on fostering education opportunities and helping build stronger Latino communities.

"At PepsiCo, we recognize that nurturing Latino talent through

education, leadership, and employment opportunities is necessary to create a better future," said Pamela Culpepper, Senior Vice President, Global Diversity and Inclusion Officer, PepsiCo. "We are proud to contribute to NAHJ's efforts to provide Latinos with the education and

training necessary to influence the future of journalism."

The foundation's 2013 contribution to NAHJ will award ten $2,500 scholarships to Latino students pursuing careers in print, broadcast, and online journalism in English or Spanish language media. The

funds will also provide five journalism internships at media outlets across the country for Hispanic students to gain experience in covering specialized topics, such as health or education, that are of significant importance to the Latino community.

N A H J w i l l announce the 2012 s c h o l a r s h i p a n d internship recipients later this month, and next year's application process will begin in January 2013. For more information and to apply for NAHJ scholarships a n d i n t e r n s h i p s , visit: http://nahj.org/scholarships/.

" We a p p l a u d PepsiCo's focus on

education and appreciate its ongoing support for our organization," said Michele Salcedo, NAHJ President.

"Their continued generosity toward NAHJ makes it possible to prepare our talented young members to enter the highly competitive field of journalism,

ensuring fair representation of Latinos in newsrooms and accurate and fair coverage of our community."

As part of La Promesa de PepsiCo, the company has built strategic partnerships with national Hispanic organizations, including: CHCI (Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute); HACR (Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility); LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens); NAHJ (National Association of Hispanic Journalists); and NCLR (National Council of La Raza), among others. It is also engaging with the Hispanic community through the bilingual Twitter handle @PromesaPepsiCo.

P e p s i C o ' s g l o b a l v i s i o n of Performance with Purpose is a promise to deliver sustainable growth by investing in a healthier future for consumers, the planet, its associates and external partners in the communities it serves. La Promesa de PepsiCo focuses specifically on Latino empowerment and the issues that matter most to Hispanics including Latino education, employment opportunities, promoting active lifestyles, and investing in science to develop healthier products.




By Marí Roma Villa, Editor

FA M I LY & H E A LT HHandle raw produce and fresh-squeezed juices safely!

SILVER SPRING, Maryland-- Whether from a supermarket, farm stand, or your own garden, fresh fruits and vegetables are highlights of summertime. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reminds you tha t foodborne bacteria multiply faster i n w a r m w e a t h e r – and what's more, safe handling of produce and fresh-squeezed juice is especially important because these foods are often consumed raw.

Keep foods safe this summer by practicing the Four Steps to Food Safety http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/basics/index.html ): clean hands and surfaces often; separate raw meats from other foods; cook to the right temperatures; and chill foods promptly. And with delicious, nutritious produce and fresh-squeezed juices, follow these additional tips to prevent food poisoning.

Food Safety Tips for Frui ts , Vegetables, and Fresh-Squeezed Juices

Buy right. Purchase produce that is not bruised or damaged. When selecting pre-cut produce, choose only those that are refrigerated or on ice. Bag fresh fruits and vegetables and keep them separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood in your cart and shopping bags.

Store properly. Keep perishable fresh fruits and vegetables in a clean refrigerator at 40 °F or below, and always refrigerate produce that is purchased pre-cut or peeled. If you're not sure whether an item should be refrigerated, ask your grocer.

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Las palabras de un padre son las que ayudan a construir el futuro de sus hijos. El Hispanic Scholarship Fund tiene la información para ayudar a que tus hijos vayan a la universidad. Es gratis y en español. Visita TusPalabrasdeHoy.org o llama al 1-877-HSF-8711.

De tus palabras de hoy depende su mañana.

Prepare safely. Cut away any damaged or bruised areas on fresh fruits and vegetables before preparing and/or eating. If it looks rotten, discard it!

Wash thoroughly. Wash all produce under plain running water before eating, cutting, or cooking. This includes produce grown at home or purchased from a grocery store or farmers' market. For pre-packaged produce, read the label

– if it says pre-washed and ready-to-eat, you can use it without further washing. And remember: even if you plan to peel a fruit or vegetable, it's important to wash it first so dirt and bacteria aren't transferred from the outside to the inside.

Prevent cross contamination. Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and countertops with soap and hot water between the preparation of raw meat, poultry, and seafood and preparation of produce that will not be cooked. If you use plastic or other non-porous cutting boards, run them through the dishwasher after use. And always wash hands before

and after preparing food!Check your juice. Children, older

adults, and people with weakened immune systems risk serious illnesses

or even death from drinking juices that have not been pasteurized or otherwise treated to control harmful bacteria. Look for pasteurized or otherwise treated

products in your grocers' refrigerated sections, frozen food cases, or in non-refrigerated containers, such as juice boxes, bottles, or cans.

U n t r e a t e d j u i c e s s o l d i n refrigerated cases of grocery or health food stores, cider mills, and farmers' markets must contain a warning label indicating that the product has not been pasteurized. Warning labels are not required for juice or cider that is fresh-squeezed and sold by the glass. And remember: if you are unsure if a juice product is pasteurized – be sure to ask!

L e a r n m o r e a b o u t f r e s h produce (http://www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ucm114299 .h tm ) and ju ice safety (http://www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ucm110526.htm ).


Diageo Reserve announces World Class Bartender

of the Year 2012 for Latin America and the Caribbean By Mari Roma Villa, Editor

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – Last month, Stephon Scott, of the On Deck Pub at the Tradewinds Hotel in Trinidad & Tobago, was announced as the 2012 Diageo Reserve World Class Bartender of the Year for Latin America and the Caribbean at the Global Final held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

"We were truly impressed by Stephon's p e r f o r m a n c e i n B r a z i l . H e i s t he pe r fec t embodiment of the passion, flare and zest that represents Trinidad & Tobago so well, and we are delighted to call him the 2012 Diageo Reserve Wo r l d C l a s s Bartender of the Year Bartender of the Year for our region," said Randy Millian, President, Diageo Latin America and the Caribbean. "As Latin Americans c o n t i n u e t o e m b r a c e t h e cocktail culture, Diageo remains committed to growing local talent like Stephon and further establishing bartending as a serious profession."

15,000 bartenders from 50 countries have shaken, stirred and poured their way through national heats, until only the most talented remained to compete over the final four days of World Class challenges. Throughout the Global Final, competitors used the luxury spirits from the Diageo Reserve portfolio – Ketel One®, Ciroc®, Tanqueray® No.Ten™,

Don Julio®, Zacapa®, Johnnie Walker® Gold Label™ and Johnnie Walker® Blue Label™ – in World Class challenges, testing their ingenuity, skill and knowledge.

This year's finale featured eight distinct challenges – Tropical Journey, Hollywood-Bollywood-Hong Kong, Cocktail Mastery, Retro Chic, Food Matching, Rio Street Market, Cocktails Against the Clock, and Signature Specials – which were judged by eight

internationally r e n o w n e d bartending experts and industry gurus, including: Arturo Savage, Aristolis Papadopoulos , S t e v e O l s e n , S a l v a t o r e Calabrese, Peter Dore l l i , Ga ry Regan, Hidetsugu Ueno and Daniel Estremadoyro.

"It has been a n h o n o r t o par t i c ipa te in this event and to be judged by some of the most recognized names in the industry," said Scott. "I can't

wait to take home some of the flavors, skills and trends I have seen over the past week in Brazil and introduce them to my fellow bartenders and clientele."

For Scott, bartending is a passion which he has pursued from the time he first entered the industry in 2006. Since that time, he has made his way up the bartending ranks, with the hopes of one day owning his own cocktail lounge and being an inspiration to others in the field.

Miller Lite enlists artists to express passion of the herd

CHICAGO, Illinois -- Miller Lite, the official beer sponsor of the Mexican soccer team Club Deportivo Guadalajara, widely known as Chivas, is giving legal-drinking-age fans the chance to shape the brand's next Chivas campaign. Consumers will have the opportunity to choose one design from eight pieces of fan-created artwork that best expresses the passion of Chivas fans.

The eight artists were pre-selected and asked to develop artwork that displays the camaraderie and passion associated with Chivas, the most popular Mexican soccer team. The brand also developed a Facebook app that is accessible via Facebook.com/MillerLiteLatino, where people can vote for the artwork they believe truly expresses the nature of the Miller Lite and Chivas partnership. The artist with the most votes will help shape the 2013 Miller Lite Chivas marketing campaign, as well as win up to $10,000 and an Adelante U.S. Education Leadership Fund scholarship worth $5,000 to be applied toward additional schooling.

"Chivas fans are the most passionate fans in the Primera Division and we want them to help us express that passion and camaraderie among friends, fans, and teams," said Alberto Senior, Miller Lite Hispanic marketing manager. "We see the drive and enthusiasm of Chivas fans everywhere we go, so who better than them to let us know how they express that love for the game and their favorite team."

Each week, beginning now through October 1, consumers will have the opportunity to choose between two designs, in a bracket style contest, based

on consumers' votes, pieces advance to the next level of the competition. The artists will also be featured in short promotional videos explaining their inspiration behind their work and what

"It's Miller Time" means to them. Miller Lite collaborated with local

Chicago artist collective Momentum Art Technologies to bring the design contest to life via a large scale mural that was filmed and produced into a video that will be hosted online at http://on.fb.me/O1j62m. The mural and video demonstrate the camaraderie that Chivas fans experience when combining their favorite team with their favorite beer and it urges legal-drinking-age consumers to visit Facebook.com/MillerLiteLatino to vote for their favorite design.

Miller Lite became the official beer sponsor in the U.S. of Chivas, one of Mexico's most followed clubs in the Primera Division, in 2010.

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E N T E R TA I N M E N TJuanes Launches Show on SiriusXM


NEW YORK, New York -- Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) recently announced that Latin rocker Juanes will host an exclusive monthly special on SiriusXM's Caliente and La Kueva commercial-free music channels.

“Yo Soy Juanes” will feature the guitarist, singer and songwriter showcasing his favorite music, including songs that particularly sparked his creativity, from heavy metal to rock and everything in between, and sharing stories about artists he has worked with during his storied career.

The first broadcast will focus on Juanes' early influences: from traditional Colombian folk music, and growing up in Medellin, Colombia, during a time of civil unrest, to the first time he heard metal bands like Metallica. This special first episode will kick off SiriusXM's Hispanic Heritage Month programming September 16th on SiriusXM's Caliente channel 150 and La Kueva channel 540.

Sir iusXM lis teners wil l a lso hear Juanes talk about his favorite collaborations, from Juan Luis Guerra, Nelly Furtado and Tony Bennett to his

"dream" collaboration with Alicia Keys and his thoughts on the current music scene. Juanes will also use his SiriusXM

show to regularly debut some of his own original new music.

"I have been influenced by many types of music and am happy to have, for the first time, a live forum where I can share them with my fans across the country," said Juanes. "I am excited to be joining the SiriusXM lineup and look forward to interacting with our listeners."

"We are proud to announce that our first original show for the bilingual listener will feature international superstar Juanes," said Scott Greenstein, President and Chief Content Officer, SiriusXM. "Juanes is one of the greatest Latin stars performing today. Juanes will be sharing his thoughts and musical tastes that span all music genres. That universality is something all of our listeners will want to hear."

Born in Colombia, Juan Esteban Aristizabal Vasquez is a multi-platinum GRAMMY and seventeen-time LATIN

GRAMMY winner. The critically praised musician has already notched eight #1 singles and saw his most recent album,

JUANES MTV Unplugged, debut at #1 on Billboard's "Top Latin Albums" chart and in 18 countries throughout Latin America.

The superstar's dedication as a global activist also extends far beyond his passionate lyrics and is seen in

his charitable work for his own "Mi Sangre Foundation" and as a co-founder of the "Paz sin Fronteras" (Peace Without Borders) organization - which utilizes music as a unifying force regardless of political or geographic divides and advocate that all people are entitled to the basic human right of peace.

Caliente plays a mix of the biggest tropical, salsa, merengue and reggaeton hits, playing, among others, Marc Anthony, J u a n L u i s G u e r r a , Aventura, Shakira, and Luis Miguel.

L a K u e v a p l a y s Latin Rock classics and today's upcoming artists, including Mana, Fabulosos Cadillacs, Soda Estereo, Molotov,

and more.For more information on SiriusXM,

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Discovery en Español examines battle against organized crime in its latest original production,

"Barrios En Guerra”


MIAMI, Florida -- In recent decades, criminal bands in Medellin and Rio de Janeiro have tried to impose a rule of terror supported by a constant influx of dollars from one of the most profitable businesses in the world: illegal drug trafficking. Due to the great demand for narcotics – a market generating billions of dollars each year – drug trafficking has been a force powerful enough to create parallel governments in these important Latin American cities.

Against all odds, however, the situation is quite different in these cities today. To understand the story of this transformation, Discovery en Español enters the most dangerous neighborhoods of Medellin and Rio de Janeiro in "Barrios En Guerra,” premiering Sunday, August 12 at 10pm E/P, a documentary that gives audiences an unprecedented opportunity to witness the struggle to take back the streets from drug trafficking and organized crime.

The two-part original production features the testimonies of Rio de Janeiro and Medellin residents who experienced firsthand conditions of extreme violence verging on civil war. The first part of the program, which focuses on Medellin, recounts the two most violent years in the city's history during the period when Pablo Escobar controlled the continent's drug trade and was the most powerful and wanted drug kingpin in the world.

After Escobar's death in the 1990s, armed gangs or "combos" vied for control of valuable drug-trafficking routes. Their battles unleashed a wave of violence that turned Medellin into one of the world's most dangerous cities, leaving a toll of thousands of innocent

victims and many teenagers and young people in jail.

"Barrios En Guerra" presents the testimony of one former drug operative who explains how he got involved in the illegal narcotics business, how the gangs operated, and the factors that enabled him to leave this criminal world and become an exemplary father and citizen. The program also presents the wider context of the government, police and military intervention that succeeded in lowering the violent crime and murder rate by 60%, allowing Medellin to become one of Latin America's most prosperous cities today.

T h e s e c o n d e p i s o d e o f t h e documentary relies on the testimony of members of the security forces, sociologists and even a former drug trafficker to present a detailed look at all aspects of the illegal narcotics trade in Rio de Janeiro, from tracing distribution routes to the discovery of a huge cocaine processing laboratory in the middle of the city's favelas.

"Barrios En Guerra" details the complex operation that led to the arrest in 2010 of the infamous "Nem," the capo of Rocinha, the favela that became one of the city's main hubs for illicit drugs. The program also documents the work of the Rio police, who gradually pacified the neighborhoods liberated from criminal control and recruited thousands of residents to help guarantee the city's security during the 2014 Soccer World Cup and 2016 Olympics.

To learn more about Discovery en Español, including interactive games, videos, programming news and more, visit http://tudiscovery.com or follow us on http://facebook.com/discoveryenespanol.

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Chickpea Soup with ChorizoBring on the vibrant flavors of Spain with a hearty bowl of Garbanzada, a traditional Spanish chickpea soup. Ingredients2 tbsp. GOYA® Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 package ( 7 o z . ) G O YA ® Chorizo (4 chorizos), cut into ¼" slices½ c u p G O YA ® Sofrito2 t s p . G O YA ® M i n c e d Garlic½ c u p G O YA ® Tomato Sauce1 packet Sazón GOYA® without Annatto2 cans (15.5 oz. each) GOYA® Chick Peas, drained and rinsed1 packet GOYA® Cubitos Chicken BouillonG O YA ® A d o b o A l l - P u r p o s e Seasoning with Pepper, to taste

La CocinaDirections1.Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until the fat is rendered and the chorizo is browned, about 7 minutes. Add the

sofrito and garlic; cook until fragrant and heated th rough , 1 minute. Add the tomato s a u c e a n d sazón; bring t o a b o i l . P o u r i n 2 cups of water, c h i c k p e a s and bouillon. Bring chick peas mixture t o a b o i l . Reduce heat

to low and simmer until flavors come together and mixture is slightly reduced, about 30 minutes. Season with adobo.

Serves 6Prep time: 10 min.Total time: 40 min.

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SAN JOSE, California -- Historically, H i s p a n i c s t u d e n t s h a v e b e e n underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. According to National Center for Education Statistics data, they earned just 7% of STEM-related bachelor's degrees and 4% of the master's degrees in 2009–2010.

To encourage more Hispanic students to enter STEM fields, the National Hispanic University has announced that up to 12 National Science Foundation (NSF) scholarships will be available in the fall to promising students in these fields. These will help them earn a two-year degree at the university.

"The National Hispanic University is committed to increasing the numbers of Hispanics, and other underrepresented students, in the math and science fields," said Cynthia Wambsgans, program director of the university's Mathematics and Science department. "We have developed a STEM program that provides students with individualized attention in classes that are generally

less than 20 students. We have found that this kind of program allows students to make significant strides in their academic studies and in reaching their career goals."

Since the fall of 2010, more than 20 students have benefited from the NSF scholarships, which help cover college costs as long as the students maintain a 2.5 GPA as math, science or computer science majors, in addition to other eligibility requirements.

Qualif ied students who have completed their associate degree at the National Hispanic University may seek a transfer to nearby San Jose State University (SJSU), which has an articulation agreement with the university, or pursue other transfer options. The articulation agreement with SJSU allows for seamless transfers to science, math or engineering programs for students who want to earn their bachelor's degree.

For more information about the eligibility requirements and application procedure for STEM scholarships, please visit http://www.NHU.edu/STEM.

The National Hispanic University offers NSF STEM

scholarships for promising students in math and science fields

Source: Hispanic Scholarship Fund Press Office

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