NOTICIARIO-TACHE SPRING 2012 ISSUE

A P R I L 2 0 1 2 • V O L U M E 2 7 • S P R I N G

DR. RICHARD TAPIAADVOCATE, ROLE MODEL, CHICANO

Dr. Richard Tapia addressed the audience of the 37th Annual Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education (TACHE) Conference at the Tremont Hotel in Galveston in February 2012.

Dr. Richard Tapia is a big name in mathematics research and was recently (October 2011) awarded the National Medal of Science, the nation’s highest honor for a scientist. Dr. Tapia is a current professor at Rice University, Houston, TX.

Dr. Tapia told the audience, “math has never let me down.” Throughout his professional career he has influ-enced and helped students of diverse backgrounds, especially Hispanics, African-Americans and women. He strongly believes that the only way to change the future is through students. He jokingly added that when he was young, he thought he could change the world; and now realizes that the way he can change the world is by producing students and the students he produces can provide the changes the world needs. A large applause from the numerous students attending the conference ensued.

For many students, Dr. Tapia’s story resonates. His mother arrived in Los Angeles from Mexico at age 11, accompanied by a younger sister. His father had come at the age of 8. “They really believed in the American dream, that through hard work, good things can happen,” Tapia says. He was always good at math but said he received little encouragement from teachers until he enrolled in community college, where faculty mem-bers urged him to aim higher. He ultimately earned three degrees, including a doctorate in mathematics, from the University of California-Los Angeles.

Dr. Tapia has been named one of 20 most influential leaders in minority math education by the National Re-search Council; listed as one of the 100 most influential Hispanics in the U.S. by Hispanic Business magazine (2008); and given the “Professor of the Year” award by the Association of Hispanic School Administrators, Houston Independent School District, Houston, Texas. In 2009, Tapia received the Hispanic Heritage Award for Math and Science.

TA C H E N o t i c i a r i o 2

Linda Contreras-Bullock

TACHE President

2012

Dear TACHISTAS,

Conéctate! A simple, but power-ful expression that will be heard throughout the coming year. With the state of Chicano/Latin@ civil rights presently in Texas and throughout the nation, it is our time to come together to unite and raise our voices.

We just celebrated the 37th Annual TACHE Conference in Galveston, Texas. The theme “Too Big to Fail: Promoting Social Connections for Latin@ Success – Conéctate” served as the cata-lyst for a variety of discussions that brought us together with one common objective – unity. It was an opportunity for us to engage in dialogue, share ideas and knowl-edge, network with colleagues and emerge with a strong resolve to move our community forward.

Several speakers, including Dr. Richard Tapia, Rice University, Dr. Raymund Paredes, Commis-sioner, THECB, Dr. José Angel Gutiérrez, University of Texas-

Arlington, Luis Figueroa, MALDEF, Dr. Carolina Castillo Crimm, Retired Professor, Sam Houston State Uni-versity, Dr. Jude Valdez, University of Texas-San Antonio and Terri Dan-iels, THECB, addressed the current climate and issues in higher educa-tion.

A Presidents Panel led by Dr. Wil-liam Flores, University of Houston-Downtown, Dr. Judith Garcia, Uni-versity of Texas-Brownsville and Dr. Juan Maldonado, Laredo Com-munity College discussed ways to develop our future Latino leaders in higher education. The TACHE Board is committed to continue to build a strong organi-zation that will serve the needs of our community in higher education. Several initiatives are planned to transition into the next year. Com-munication is an essential tool that will be used to build our strengths. Outreach to current and potential members, current and new chap-ters, and to students and new pro-fessionals is vital.

At this year’s conference, special attention was focused on a student development component. Students demonstrated strong leadership in a variety of settings. From those experi-ences, a renewed energy emerged for us to continue the mentoring and sup-port of our students and new profes-sionals.

This particular venue for communica-tion will change during the year. As initiatives take place, data becomes available, issues arise, challenges are addressed and successes, achieve-ments and accomplishments are made, this letter will be updated so that you have the latest information regarding TACHISTAS throughout the state. I invite you to check our website for the latest information at www.tache.org Abrazos, Linda Contreras BullockTACHE President, 2012

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“Laredo TACHE Brings Community Together to Run for Scholarships”

By Marissa Guerrero-Longoria, LCC TACHE Secretary

On Saturday, March 31, the Laredo Community College TACHE chapter hosted the first annual 5K run to raise funds for scholarships and organization-al support at the LCC Paso de Indio Nature Trail.

Over 100 professional and amateur runners raced for medals and trophies in various divisions while enjoying scenic views of the Rio Grande River and an abundance of blooming trees and plants. This event was directed by TACHE PR representative and active run-ner, Leticia Spillane, as well as the officers and members. The Laredo Community Col-lege family also showed their support by volunteering man hours for water stations, time-keeping, registration, and oth-er duties. Several local busi-

nesses also stepped up to sponsor this event including Ed's Trophies, Dr. Dago-berto Gonzalez, Casa Juarez, T&H Telephone Services, HEB, Ciclo Mania, Pena's Insurance, and of course, LCC.

Jerry Sifuentes, a runner at the event, commented on the exhilaration of the trail stating, "Most

of the running that I do is on side-walks, paved roads, or on track fields; however, the TACHE run was quite a different experience in that it consisted of a few zigzags on a dirt road with plenty of down/uphill culverts... [and] the final leg of the run had a steep killer uphill. This run gave me the opportunity to socialize with other runners, and after sharing some running expe-riences, I was invited to join them in another 5K run in a couple of weeks. As you age, it's hard to say no."

This was the first event of this kind for the Laredo TACHE chapter, and it proved to be a great suc-cess. Both members of the com-munity and the TACHE chapter look forward to holding this run again next year. "Overall, I enjoyed the ambiance, the after-run nutri-

tional goodies, and the camara-derie," stated Sifuentes, "and God willing I will be back for TACHE's roller coaster run next year."

Laredo TACHE officers:Race Director/PR Representative- Leticia SpillanePresident- Mary Sue GalindoVice-President- Rene MontemayorSecretary- Marissa Guerrero-LongoriaTreasurer- Ramiro RodriguezTechnology/Historian-David Arreazola

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MENCHACA & SALAZAR RECIEVE THE 2012 TACHE DISTINGUISHED COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACULTY AWARD

Hector Menchaca, M.Ed.Associate Professor of Psychology and Sociology

Tarrant County College District, Trinity River Campus

Mr. Menchaca is tenured faculty member of Tarrant County College District for the last thirty years. He has served as counselor, faculty member, department chair, and as-sistant testing administrator as well as mentor and pedagogical advisor. Mr. Menchaca has been an active member of Texas Community Col-lege Teachers Association for many years and advisor to other organi-zations in the community including LULAC, Johnson County Migrant Initiative, and Crossroads Church. He has been faculty sponsor of ME-CHA, Mexican American Student Association, Hispanic Employees Association, and has been actively involved in recruiting students for the college and professional em-ployees for employment. He is

actively involved in the University of North Texas Hispanic student recruit-ment emphasis and recruits for all universities in the area through his teaching and volunteering. He is a volunteer for North Side Interchurch Agency of Fort Worth where he en-courages his students to help the organization by disseminating food, cleaning up the “barrio”, and other areas that need assistance. He has been on several commercials for the college and has spoken on numerous television and radio stations about the importance of higher education for Hispanic, African American, and Caucasian students. He has been nominated for the Mini Piper Teach-ing award, The Tarrant County Col-lege Chancellor’s Teaching Award, and numerous other teaching acco-

lades. He has also served as Chair of the Hispanic Employees Lead-ership Council for Tarrant County College and is a major college re-cruiter for inner city high schools students to attend higher education including Tarrant County College.

Hector Menchaca, M.Ed.

Dr. James SalazarAssociate Professor of Biology Coordinator-Biology Program

Galveston College

Dr. Salazar’s main field of teach-ing is general biology and biotech-nology courses. His research expertise is in environmental biol-ogy and molecular toxicology using invitro (cultured cells, bacteria) and

invivo (knockout mice) systems and molecular biology approaches. Dr. Salazar earned a degree of Doctor of Science (1997) from the Graduate School of Biomedical Science, field of molecular biology, at the Univer-sity of Antioquia (UA) in Colombia. This was the first Doctoral degree granted by UA on a cooperative international exchange program in conjunction with The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Galveston, TX. His students have expressed their admiration for his ability to teach and willingness to work with them outside of the class-room. He was recognized by the students as Faculty of the Year last year and has earned the respect of the faculty and administration on campus. He works with the faculty

to bring various presenters in the STEM fields to campus so that the students are more aware of their op-portunities. He works in collaboration with UTMB and Texas A&M Galves-ton as well as the Galveston Inde-pendent School District to ensure that the science fair is hosted and organized in a manner that is con-ducive to the student’s needs. Dr. Salazar has been working in the field of higher education for 12 years and has remained involved with faculty organizations, college committees, and community organizations. Dr. Salazar serves as mentor to interns, many of which are Hispanic students and is committed to the learning of the community college students.

Dr. James Salazar


Tejano Monument Unveiledon Capitol Grounds

Early History - Dr. Cayetano Bar-rera during the summer of 2000 first made his realization (and conceived the project) after attending a medical seminar in Austin and driving through the Capitol grounds. He soon there-after picked up the phone and called Richard Sanchez, a nephew and then Chief of Staff for State Representative Ismael “Kino” Flores and asked if he knew of any statues or monuments on the grounds that resembled “us.” Sanchez replied no, confirmed their suspicions over the next couple of days and did the research to begin drafting the original legislation. Over the subsequent weeks, Dr. Barrera began collaborations with Homero Vera, a colleague associated with the Hispanic Genealogy Society, and Dr. Andres Tijerina, a professor of History at Austin Community College and author of Tejano Empire. The three agreed, along with Sanchez, that an effort should begin to design and place a Tejano Monument on the Texas Capitol grounds. Dr. Barrera and Sanchez met with Rep. Flores in August 2000 to discuss the possibility of proposing legisla-tion required to gain authority for the monument. Rep. Flores loved the idea and an expedited effort began. William and Estella Zermeño and Benny Martinez were contacted and formed the organizing committee. The group held its first meeting at the historic Agricultural Museum inside the Capitol building which Mr. San-chez chaired. During the meeting, Dr. Barrera was named chair and work on the project began.

Mr. Renato Ramirez, IBC Zapata Bank President, joined the group in 2001, and formed an incorporated entity. Dr. Barrera, Dr. Tijerina, Mr. Vera, Mr. Ramirez, and Mr. Sanchez made up the Executive Board of the Tejano Monument, Inc.

Legislative Facts – In 2001 (77th Texas Legislature), State Representative Ismael “Kino” Flores authored and passed a House Resolution (HCR-38) to establish a monu-ment commemorating the early Spanish and Mexican pioneers of Texas…the Tejano Monument. The measure was sponsored in the Senate by Mario Gallegos and signed by Governor Rick Perry on June 15, 2001. The 79th Texas Legislature in 2005 approved an appropriations rider that was for comple-tion of the Tejano Monument. The efforts of Rep. Ismael Flores, Rep. Vilma Luna and Speaker Tom Craddick’s office led to the ap-propriation. The appropriation was contingent upon passage of legislation allowing for the use of public funds for the monument (HCR 12 passed in 2006 satisfied this contingency) and successful application for Department of Transportation grant funds. Despite a torrent effort by Tejano Monument board members, these funds were never realized.

The 79th Legislature during its 3rd Called Session in 2006 approved HCR 12 by Rep. Flores allowing for the use of public funds for the monument. The resolution was signed by the Governor on May 15, 2006. The 80th Legislature in 2007 approved $1.087 million for completion of the Tejano

Monument. Rep. Flores and Rep. Ryan Guillen led the effort to se-cure the appropriation in the House of Representatives and Senator Judith Zaffirini led the effort in the Senate. Tejano Monument, Inc. and its supporters raised more than $1 million privately for the monu-ment.

The 81st Legislature in 2009 passed HB 4114 by Trey Martinez-Fischer authorizing the placement of the Tejano Monument on the Historic Capitol Grounds. The monument would be placed on the south, or front of the Capitol building. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini and was signed by Governor Perry on May 29, 2009. Also during the 81st Legislature, Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, Sen. Zaffirini, and Representative Rich-ard Raymond were able to pass a critical measure in the appropriations bill which extended the original state funding into subsequent years. Final Approval – Legislative authorization and complete funding of the Tejano Monument culminated on January 5, 2010 at a meeting of the State Preservation Board in Austin. Governor Rick Perry, Chairman of the State Preservation Board, led the meeting to approve the final design and location of the Tejano Monument. The action marked the final critical administra-tive step before bronzing of the statues and construction could be-gin on the Historic Capitol Grounds in Austin.

Source: www.tejanomonument.com


When Labels Don’t Fit: Hispanics and Their Views of Identity

by Paul Taylor, Mark Hugo Lopez, Jessica Hamar Martínez and Gabriel Velasco

Nearly four decades after the United States government mandated the use of the terms “Hispanic” or “Latino” to catego-rize Americans who trace their roots to Spanish-speaking coun-tries, a new nationwide survey of Hispanic adults finds that these terms still haven’t been fully em-braced by Hispanics themselves. A majority (51%) say they most often identify themselves by their family’s country of origin; just 24% say they prefer a pan-ethnic label. Moreover, by a ratio of more than two-to-one (69% versus 29%), survey respondents say that the more than 50 million Latinos in the U.S. have many different cultures rather than a common culture. Respondents do, howev-er, express a strong, shared con-nection to the Spanish language. More than eight-in-ten (82%) Latino adults say they speak Spanish, and nearly all (95%) say it is important for future genera-tions to continue to do so. Hispanics are also divided over how much of a common identity they share with other Ameri-cans. About half (47%) say they consider themselves to be very different from the typical Ameri-can. And just one-in-five (21%) say they use the term “Ameri-can” most often to describe their identity. On these two measures, U.S.-born Hispanics (who now make up 48% of Hispanic adults in the country) express a stron-ger sense of affinity with other Americans and America than do immigrant Hispanics. The survey finds that, regardless of where they were born, large

majorities of Latinos say that life in the U.S. is better than in their family’s country of origin. Also, nearly nine-in-ten (87%) say it is important for immigrant Hispanics to learn English in order to succeed in the U.S. This report explores Latinos’ attitudes about their identity; their language usage patterns; their core values; and their views about the U.S. and their families’ country of origin. It is based on findings from a national bilingual survey of 1,220 Hispanic adults con-ducted Nov. 9 through Dec. 7, 2011, by the Pew Hispanic Center, a project of the Pew Research Center. For a full description of the survey method-ology, see Appendix A. (In this report, as in all Center reports, the terms “Hispanic” and “Latino” are used interchangeably). Among the report’s key findings: Hispanics and Identity •When it comes to describing their identity, most Hispanics prefer their family’s country of origin over pan-ethnic terms. Half (51%) say that most often they use their family’s country of origin to describe their identity. That includes such terms as “Mexican” or “Cuban” or “Dominican,” for example. Just one-quarter (24%) say they use the terms “Hispanic” or “Latino” to most often to describe their identity. And 21% say they use the term “American” most often. •“Hispanic” or “Latino”? Most don’t care—but among those who do, “Hispanic” is preferred. Half (51%) say they have no preference for either term. When a preference is ex-pressed, “Hispanic” is preferred over “Latino” by more than a two-to-one margin—33% versus 14%. •Most Hispanics do not see a shared common culture among U.S. Hispan-ics. Nearly seven-in-ten (69%) say Hispanics in the U.S. have many

different cultures, while 29% say His-panics in the U.S. share a common culture. •Most Hispanics don’t see them-

selves fitting into the standard racial categories used by the U.S. Census Bureau. When it comes to race, ac-cording to the Pew Hispanic survey, half (51%) of Latinos identify their race as “some other race” or volun-teer “Hispanic/Latino.” Meanwhile, 36% identify their race as white, and 3% say their race is black. •Latinos are split on whether they see themselves as a typical Ameri-can. Nearly half (47%) say they are a typical American, while another 47% say they are very different from the typical American. Foreign-born His-panics are less likely than native-born Hispanics to say they are a typical American—34% versus 66%. The American Experience •Hispanics say their group has been at least as successful as other minor-ity groups in the U.S. Most Hispanics (55%) say their group is about as

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for skilled workers, and how com-munity colleges can partner with business and industry to benefit the American economy. ACC students were invited to take part in the town hall meeting. The event wasco-hosted by the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and Tech-Net.

successful as other racial and ethnic minority groups in the U.S. More than one-in-five (22%) say they have been less successful, while 17% say they have been more successful. •The U.S. is seen as better than Latinos’ countries of origin in many ways—but not in all ways. Fully 87% of Latino adults say the opportunity to get ahead is better in the U.S. than in the country of their ancestors; some 72% say the U.S. is better for raising children than their home country; nearly seven-in-ten (69%) say the poor are treated better in the U.S.; and a plurality of 44% say moral values are bet-ter here than in their homelands. However, when it comes to the strength of family ties, a plural-ity (39%) say the home country of their ancestors is better, while 33% say the strength of family ties is better in the U.S. •Most Hispanic immigrants say they would migrate to the U.S. again. Some 79% of Hispanic immigrants say that if they had to do it all over again, they would come to the U.S. When asked why they came to this country, more than half (55%) of immi-grant Hispanics say it was for economic reasons, while 24% say it was for family reasons.

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Reprinted with permission from Pew His-panic Center. Full report available at http://www.pewhispanic.org/files/2012/04/PHC-

Hispanic-Identity.pdf

U.S. Secretary of Education HoldsTown Hall Meeting at Austin

Community College

The Austin Community College District hosted U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Thurs-day, March 8, for a town hall meeting at Eastview Campus. The event was designed to con-nect students, educators, busi-ness leaders, and policy makers for a discussion on topics includ-ing:• Changing trends in higher education• Aligning education programs with in-demand skills• The importance of community colleges in training America’s workforce“It is an honor for the college to host the Secretary of Education, and we want to see a lot of stu-dents come out for the town hall,” says Dr. Richard Rhodes, ACC president/CEO. “This is a unique opportunity for ACC students to have a voice in a national conver-sation.”

The event began in the morning with roundtable discussions with students and a tour of workforce programs at Eastview Campus with Dr. Brenda Dann-Messier, the assistant secretary for vocational and adult education. Secretary Duncan arrived in the afternoon and lead the town hall discussion on the state of higher education, the growing demand

Arne Duncan, U.S. Secretary of Education

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Board Briefings...

Linda Contreras-BullockUniversity of Houston Clear Lake

TACHE 2012 President George ReyesAustin Community College

TACHE President-Elect

George is already busy getting things rolling for the 2013 Confer-ence. Mark your calendar! The 38th Annual TACHE Conference will be January 27-30, 2013 in Austin, Texas at the Doubletree Hotel. More information on the conference program and registra-tion will be provided on the TACHE website in the coming months.

Arturo MartinezTarrant County College

VP of Technology

Arturo is continuing with improve-ments to the TACHE website and communication capabili-ties through an email database for the membership. Additional features are coming very soon to the website--buy your favorite TACHE accessories, register for the conference, view the Noticiario online, archive meeting documents and other important items. Stay tuned for these exciting technology upgrades.

Becky GustamanteLonestar College

VP of MembershipBecky is working diligently to update TACHE institutional and memberships database. Becky is working with the Publications Com-mittee to update the TACHE mem-bership brochure and with VP of Technology to ensure that renewal of memberships can transition into an electronic format with ease. Becky reminds us that membership in TACHE begins September 1 and ends August 31. Registration for the conference will be separate from any kind of membership, although you can also choose to become a member at the time of conference registration.

Carmelino represents the South region of Texas with chapters at Laredo Community College and Del Mar College. Both chapter are very active. He will be assisted by Laura Rosales. The South region is plan-ning a regional meeting--stay tuned for more information.

Carmelino Castillo, JrLaredo Community College

South Region Representative

Laura RosalesTexas A&M Corpus ChristiSouth Co-Representative

Linda is diligently working hard to keep TACHE on track as we prepare for the incoming legisla-tive year. There is much work to be done--we will continue to work on upgrading the website, commu-nication with the current mem-bership as we look for ways to increase membership. Linda wel-comed the incoming board at the first quarterly meeting in Austin. Committees have been assigned. Linda encourages anyone to share any thoughts by e-mailing her [email protected]

TACHE welcomes Laura as a Co-Representative for the South Region. She will assist Carmelino Castillo with the ever-growing South region. The South Region is very active and she looks for-ward to serve TACHE.

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TACHE welcomes Saul as the Gulf Coast Region Representative. The gulf coast has renewed life after recovery from natural disas-ters in the recent past. Saul will be working with Luis Cano to increase and fully activate membership from the gulf coast region. If you live in this region and want to become part of TACHE, call or email him at (281) 998-6150 [email protected]

Board Briefings...

Maria Aguirre-Acuna,Texas State Technical College

VP of Communications

Maria AA (as she has become known to TACHE to distinguish her from Maria Guerrero) welcomes your articles for the NOTICIARIO. She will chair the Publications committee and will be developing marketing pieces for TACHE. New guidelines and application process are underway for the Distinguished University and Community College Faculty awards and Fellowship program.

Maria GuerreroTACHE Executive Assistant

Maria is continuing her work as the Executive Assistant for TACHE. She supports the entire board, makes us wonder how we func-tioned without her before. Maria wants you to take note of the new TACHE address: (see back page of newsletter) You can contact Maria G at [email protected] or at P.O. Box 398, Canyon, TX 79015, 806-651-5350. She is always ready to assist you or point you in the right direction.

Leticia GonzalezAustin Community College

Central Region Representative

Leticia Gonzalez is now the Cen-tral Region Representative. She is no stranger to the board, she served as the co-rep for this region and assisted George Reyes. Leticia stays busy with the TACHE chapters at Austin Community Col-lege and the San Antonio Chap-ters. Another chapter in Waco seems on the cusp of formalizing. This region will serve as the LAC for the 38th Annual conference in Austin.

Luis FrancoTexas A&M Commerce

Northeast Region Representative

Luis has two chapters within the northeast region; the Tarrant County Chapter (TCC) and the Northeast Chapter that keeps him busy. Luis will be working with George and Marissa to formalize a permanent student track for the annual TACHE Conference.

Saul ZarcoSan Jacinto College

Gulf Coast Region Representative

Lorenzo CanoUniversity of Houston

Gulf Coast Co-Representative

TACHE welcomes Lorenzo as the co-rep for the Gulf Coast. He will assist Saul Zarco and can be reached at (713) 743-3133 or [email protected]

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TACHE San Antonio Chapter Awards $4,500 in Scholarships

to Fifteen Recipients

Educate Texas and TxCAN (Texas College Access Network) held their inaugural TxCAN FAFSA/TASFA Super Saturday Workshop on March 24, 2012. The event was a huge success, reaching over 270 high school students and 250 parents from 20 different school districts. Families were provided access to bilingual one-on-one help in completing tax returns, submitting FAFSA or TASFA applications as well as guidance on scholarship applications. TACHE Northeast Representative Luis Franco and other area members were part of the team of 70 volunteers that facilitated the event at Moises E. Molina High School in Dallas, TX.

TACHE Northeast members volunteer for Educate Texas and

TxCAN


2012-13 TACHE STATE

BOARD MEETING DATES

March 29-30, 2012Austin

June 22-23, 2012Amarillo

October 19-20, 2012Laredo

November 30-December 1, 2012

Ft. Worth

January 27-31, 201338th Annual Conference

DoubleTree Hotel Austin

BECOME A MEMBER OF TACHE TODAY!

Membership LevelsProfessional: $40.00An employee of a public or pri-vate higher education institution or agency.

Associate: $30.00Any person who shares the pur-poses and goals of the Associa-tion, but is not an employee of a public or private higher education institution or agency.

Student: $10.00Any person enrolled in a Texas public or private higher education institution and classified as an un-dergraduate or graduate student.

Institutional Member: $500.00Any public or private higher edu-cation institution or agency that supports and furthers the goals of the Association. Institutional members may include up to five (5) professional memberships.

Membership Period: Membership begins on September 1 and ends August 31

Join ONLINE Today:Online membership registration at

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Membership Benefits

Annual conferences; regional and local activities

Opportunities to assist Hispanic students to achieve their goals

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and students

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sional development

Recognition of outstanding achievements in highereducation through theDistinguished Service

Award

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Legislative updates and advocacy

Policy Initiatives

Local Professional and Student Chapters


And the 2012 TACHE Graduate Fellowship Award goes to ...

Fernando Fuentes, Jr., M.S.Texas A&M University CommerceHigher Education

Currently enrolled in a higher education doctoral program. Fer-nando is a U.S. Army veteran and serves as a mentor to Hispanic/Latino students in Freshman and Sophomore courses. He is pres-ently working with the university to implement a program that will as-sist Latino men and women in leadership positions within the univer-sity and assist Latino graduate students in the graduate school process.

Cynthia Denise AlvaradoTexas A&M University Kingsville

Bilingual Education

Currently enrolled in a bilingual education doctoral program. She states, “working in higher education is something that is very dear to me since I have worked with migrant students who are first generation college stu-dents.” Her future goals are to help begin programs similiar to those that have helped her. She believes in these programs so much that when she is given the opportunity she works and volunteers her time.

Cecilia LopezUniversity of Texas at AustinHigher Education Administration

Currently enrolled in a Master of Education with a major in College and Univer-sity Student Personnel Administration. She was fortunate to serve as a gradu-ate intern for the Hispanic College Fund in Washington, D.C. which sparked her interest in student affairs and in particular working with first generation college students . Every summer she works members of Congress to raise aware-ness of college access issues of Hispanic students with immigration issues.

Manuel GonzalezUniversity of Texas at Austin

Higher Education Administration

Currently enrolled in a higher education administration doctoral program. Manny states, “The state of Latino education is in need of help and attention, and I feel it is my responsibility to instill the same sense of passion for education to these students that has been instilled in me.” He believes in “pay it forward” and intends to do the same with all the opportunities he has been afforded.


Board Briefings...

Dr. Yvette Castillowest Texas A&M University

Plains Region Representative

TACHE 2012-13Standing Committees

Rosa Maria GonzalezSan Antonio Collegge

TACHE Treasurer

TACHE welcomes Rosa Maria as the new Treasurer. Rosa Maria is already busy reconciling and working with our current CPA to ensure TACHE is compliant in all fiscal matters. She welcomes any question you have and is looking forward to serve on the board.

Marissa Guerrero-LongoriaLaredo Community College

TACHE SecretaryMarissa is entering her second year on the board as secretary. Her teaching efforts have recently gained her tenure at Laredo Com-munity College. Marissa keeps all our meetings minutes and records for the TACHE archives.

Mauricio RodriguezEl Paso Community College

Far West Region Representative

TACHE welcomes Mauricio Ro-driguez as the Far West Region Representative. El Paso is home to a student chapter and a profes-sional chapter of TACHE. Mauricio invites you to find the Far West Chapter on Facebook under TACHE Far West.

Finance CommitteeRosa Maria Gonzalez, ChairMarissa Guerrero-LongoriaLaura Rosales, Luis Franco, Julie Arias

Nominations CommitteeLuis Franco, ChairMauricio Rodriguez, Yvette Castillo, Carmelino Castillo, Leticia Gonzalez, Marissa Guerrero-Longoria, Maria Aguirre-Acuna, George Reyes, Saul Zarco

Membership CommitteeBecky Gustamante, ChairMauricio Rodriguez, Yvette Castillo, Carmelino Castillo, Leticia Gonzalez, Saul Zarco, Luis Franco

Constitution CommitteeMarissa Longoria, ChairLaura Rosales, Lorenzo Cano3 additional members

Publications CommitteeMaria Aguirre-Acuna, ChairSaul Zarco, Arturo Martinez, Becky Gustamante

Development CommitteeJulie Arias, ChairGeorge Reyes, Saul Zarco (appointed),Linda Contreras-Bullock

Legislative CommitteeLinda Contreras-Bullock, ChairGeorge Reyes, Rosa Maria Gonzalez, Jude Valdez, Julie Arias, Manny Gon-zalez and Fernando Fuentes

Website CommitteeArturo Martinez, ChairMaria Aguirre-Acuna, George Reyes, Becky Gustamante, Julie Arias

Dr. Castillo is exploring TACHE chapter interest at Texas Tech University and Angelo State University. The Plains region will host the TACHE Board for the June 2012 meeting.

Julie Arias, West Texas A&MImmediate Past President

Julie was appointed to fill the position of Immediate Past President. She is very active on the board serving on the Development, Legislative and Website committees.


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NOTICIARIO-TACHE SPRING 2012 ISSUE