The document discusses Hispanic-Latino heritage and culture, highlighting important figures and events like George Lopez, Arturo Moreno, and Cinco de Mayo. It provides an overview of Hispanic representation in fields like entertainment, sports, politics, education, and the military. The purpose is to educate about Hispanic-Latino ethnic groups and their celebrations during Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th.
This is a presentation I created and gave a few years back at DEOMI. It represents the ethnic observances identified and supported by the military/DoD.
This is a presentation I created and gave a few years back at DEOMI. It represents the ethnic observances identified and supported by the military/DoD.
Welcome to Mexican American History I (HIST 2327). This.docxhelzerpatrina
Welcome to Mexican American History I (HIST 2327). This packet contains introductory reading and will assist
you with this week’s activities. In this first reading assignment students will explore information about identity,
the Mexican American Studies Program, the historian’s purpose, and the course learning objectives.
Identity
While this course is titled Mexican American History, the topics explored in this course will extend beyond the
Mexican-American experience of residents in the United States southwest. We will study the caste system in
New Spain, otherwise known as colonial Mexico. As we progress through the course students will develop an
understanding of ethnic distinctions, how different groups self-identify, and the historical aspects of institutions
governing these diverse groups. This class will explore the experiences of Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Philippinos; we
will investigate United States’ policies in Latin America. This course is not just a study of the Mexican-American
experience along the contemporary U.S.-Mexico border because doing so would undermine the importance of
recognizing similarities of life experiences among the broader Hispanic/Latino population. Based on the 2010
Census, one in four children in the United States is Hispanic. While the census data does reduce identity more
finely to account for distinction of native country, most day-to-day experiences with language, learning,
interactions with law enforcement, representation, etc. are experiences shared by all Latino/as, regardless of
national origin. The following passage, written by Puerto-Rican born Angel Oquendo, illustrates the importance
of broadening the scope of our course study:
Categorizing on the basis of physical features, of course is an
accepted practice in the United States. In fact, this society
has primarily used physiognomy to create the “Hispanic”
category. Yet what really unites Latino/as is their unique
history of oppression. Unlike other immigrant groups, the
largest Latino/as groups—Mexicans and Puerto Ricans—did
not come into the United States via Ellis Island; they entered
through the brutal process of U.S. imperial expansion. They
were militarily attacked, invaded, colonized, and annexed.
This common experience has caused them to form a unified
community, which now includes other people of Latin
American ancestry.1
In truth, most people who self-identify as Latino/a in the United States have entered the country due to U.S.
imperial activity in their native country, as we will see in later in the course. Those who did not enter the United
States, but instead witnessed the United States passing over into their country and annexing them have also
1 Angel R. Oquendo, “Re-imagining the Latino/a Race,” reprinted in A Critical Reader: The Latino Condition, edited by
Richard Delgado and Jean Stefan ...
This is a power point that was used in connection with the conference, the students and facilitators participated online and were sharing in a a safe "third-space" their knowledge of Southwest USA and Mexican Traditional Cultural History and Holidays and focused on students participation in creating a museum alter for Day of The Dead Dia de los Muertos and explained how it is different from Halloween. This was a student driven and designed multi-phase project. Augmented Reality.
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Surname 2NameCourseDate1. What is your earliest memory.docxmabelf3
Surname: 2
Name:
Course:
Date:
1. What is your earliest memory of the American West?
One of the most outstanding memories about the American West was about the completion of the railroads to the following civil war which opened up a vast number of places to settlement and economic development. During that time, white settlers from the East flocked into Mississippi for mining activities, farming, as well as ranching. Besides, African-Americans settlers also came into the West emanating from the Deep South who were motivated by the promoters of all-black Western towns that prosperity could be found there (White, 2015). Also, diversity was intensified by the Chinese railroad workers within the region’s population. It then led the settlement from the East turn to Great Plains were the herds of Americans bison in the area were virtually omitted from the place as farmers plowed the area as well as the growth of cattle industry as the railroad provided a practical means for getting the cattle to market.
2. From what sources did you learn about the West? This could be anything from school to stories to TV shows to personal experience.
I was able to learn about the American West from various publications and articles available in the libraries of the institution as well as commercial libraries. Besides, learning about the West was made simpler by the availability of a wide range of online materials of study related to the topic. The wide range of online source equips one with the appropriate information about the West in clear details. Besides, the comparison of these sources enables one to acquire all the relevant data about the West and its historical background with regard to the American identity. Again, West is vastly presented in films and TV shows were characters have enacted the events of the period.
3. As you think about your perception of the American West, what individuals populate that space? What kinds of events take place? Set the scene of your imagined American West.
Imaginatively, I tend to perceive that the American West is populated by some widely but inter-related individuals which would be as a result of the different interaction of the different individuals who migrated into the place. Having different races within the same geographical setting means that mixed social, economic and political events will be carried such as the rise of support groups including women empowerment associations. However, this factor leads to the eruption of newly invented activities which would be suitable for all the participants in the region which would traverse across all the races in the West. Therefore, it means that new cultures and events will be generated over time in the American West due to the socialization with variant individuals from different races and ethnic groups.
4. After you’ve drafted your post, read through it and identify at least two images, pictures, TV/movie clips, or soundtracks that embody your ideas of the American Wes.
A National Resource Centers on Canada Presentation at the 96th Annual NCSS Conference in Washington, DC
by Elizabeth Arntzen, Education Outreach Coordinator, Canadian-American Center, University of MaineNortheast National Resource Center on Canada
Amy Sotherden, Assistant DirectorCenter for the Study of Canada/Institute on Quebec Studies, State University of New York College at PlattsburghNortheast National Resource Center on Canada
Tina Storer, Education & Curriculum Specialist, Center for Canadian-American Studies, Western Washington University PNW National Resource Center on Canada in consortium with the Canadian Studies Center, Jackson School of International Studies University of Washington
[email protected] / Hispanic Americans
SOCY 3020-E01 Race and Ethnicity in the U.S.
Fall 2018
Latinos/Hispanics in the U.S.
By the numbers:
Approximately 56.6 Million as of July 1, 2015. (about 18% of the U.S. population & constantly
growing.) (U.S. Census Bureau)
65% are of Mexican background, 9% Puerto Rican, 3.5% Cuban. The rest are grouped as ‘other’
including the Caribbean people, South Americans, and Central Americans (Pew Research Center).
Of the 15+ million of undocumented immigrants in the U.S. approximately 10 million are Hispanic
immigrants of which 7 million are of Mexican nationality (Pew Research Center).
More than half of the Latino/Hispanic American population resides in these three states: California,
Texas, and Florida.
“California had the largest Hispanic population of any state (15.2 million) in 2015. Texas had the largest
numeric increase within the Hispanic population since July 1, 2014. New Mexico had the highest
percentage of Hispanics at 48.0 percent” (U.S. Census Bureau).
Stewart County in southwest Georgia experienced the most growth in the Hispanic population since
2000, growing 1,754% over 13 years (Pew Research Center).
Latino vs. Hispanics
Latino vs. Hispanic: The Terminology Conflict
What is “Latino?” A Latino is someone from Latin America.
What is “Hispanic?” A Hispanic is an “Hispano parlante” which translates into a Spanish-speaking
individual.
Why both terms? Both terms are used interchangeably in order to try to include as many Latin Ethnic
groups as possible.
Which one is used over the other depends on different parts of the country. Usually, Latino is
predominantly used as a term in the East Coast and Hispanic is used in the West Coast, even though
either term is being applied interchangeably nowadays.
Why does the government prefers “Latino” over “Hispanic?” It simply correlates to the federal
government being on the East Coast and using the term “Latino.”
Pan-Latinoness
Mexico
Mexico is divided in 31 states.
Pop: 124 million.
Ranked 10th most populated country in the world behind Russia and followed by Japan.
Central America & The Caribbean
U.K., U.S., French, Dutch, and independent countries.
Seven Central American countries.
South America
Twelve countries.
One French Territory.
One British Territory
Five different languages spoken:
Spanish,
Portuguese in Brazil.
French in French Guyana,
Dutch in Suriname,
English in Guyana.
“Pan-Latinoness:” Myth or Reality?
The Pan-Latino approach is an example of a panethnicity factor in U.S. society.
As Schaefer (2002) explains, panethnicity “refers to the development of solidarity among ethnic
subgroups.
Non-Hispanics often give single label to the diverse group of native-born Latino Americans and
immigrants.
This labeling by the out-group is similar to the dominant group’s wa.
Welcome to Mexican American History I (HIST 2327). This.docxhelzerpatrina
Welcome to Mexican American History I (HIST 2327). This packet contains introductory reading and will assist
you with this week’s activities. In this first reading assignment students will explore information about identity,
the Mexican American Studies Program, the historian’s purpose, and the course learning objectives.
Identity
While this course is titled Mexican American History, the topics explored in this course will extend beyond the
Mexican-American experience of residents in the United States southwest. We will study the caste system in
New Spain, otherwise known as colonial Mexico. As we progress through the course students will develop an
understanding of ethnic distinctions, how different groups self-identify, and the historical aspects of institutions
governing these diverse groups. This class will explore the experiences of Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Philippinos; we
will investigate United States’ policies in Latin America. This course is not just a study of the Mexican-American
experience along the contemporary U.S.-Mexico border because doing so would undermine the importance of
recognizing similarities of life experiences among the broader Hispanic/Latino population. Based on the 2010
Census, one in four children in the United States is Hispanic. While the census data does reduce identity more
finely to account for distinction of native country, most day-to-day experiences with language, learning,
interactions with law enforcement, representation, etc. are experiences shared by all Latino/as, regardless of
national origin. The following passage, written by Puerto-Rican born Angel Oquendo, illustrates the importance
of broadening the scope of our course study:
Categorizing on the basis of physical features, of course is an
accepted practice in the United States. In fact, this society
has primarily used physiognomy to create the “Hispanic”
category. Yet what really unites Latino/as is their unique
history of oppression. Unlike other immigrant groups, the
largest Latino/as groups—Mexicans and Puerto Ricans—did
not come into the United States via Ellis Island; they entered
through the brutal process of U.S. imperial expansion. They
were militarily attacked, invaded, colonized, and annexed.
This common experience has caused them to form a unified
community, which now includes other people of Latin
American ancestry.1
In truth, most people who self-identify as Latino/a in the United States have entered the country due to U.S.
imperial activity in their native country, as we will see in later in the course. Those who did not enter the United
States, but instead witnessed the United States passing over into their country and annexing them have also
1 Angel R. Oquendo, “Re-imagining the Latino/a Race,” reprinted in A Critical Reader: The Latino Condition, edited by
Richard Delgado and Jean Stefan ...
This is a power point that was used in connection with the conference, the students and facilitators participated online and were sharing in a a safe "third-space" their knowledge of Southwest USA and Mexican Traditional Cultural History and Holidays and focused on students participation in creating a museum alter for Day of The Dead Dia de los Muertos and explained how it is different from Halloween. This was a student driven and designed multi-phase project. Augmented Reality.
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Surname 2NameCourseDate1. What is your earliest memory.docxmabelf3
Surname: 2
Name:
Course:
Date:
1. What is your earliest memory of the American West?
One of the most outstanding memories about the American West was about the completion of the railroads to the following civil war which opened up a vast number of places to settlement and economic development. During that time, white settlers from the East flocked into Mississippi for mining activities, farming, as well as ranching. Besides, African-Americans settlers also came into the West emanating from the Deep South who were motivated by the promoters of all-black Western towns that prosperity could be found there (White, 2015). Also, diversity was intensified by the Chinese railroad workers within the region’s population. It then led the settlement from the East turn to Great Plains were the herds of Americans bison in the area were virtually omitted from the place as farmers plowed the area as well as the growth of cattle industry as the railroad provided a practical means for getting the cattle to market.
2. From what sources did you learn about the West? This could be anything from school to stories to TV shows to personal experience.
I was able to learn about the American West from various publications and articles available in the libraries of the institution as well as commercial libraries. Besides, learning about the West was made simpler by the availability of a wide range of online materials of study related to the topic. The wide range of online source equips one with the appropriate information about the West in clear details. Besides, the comparison of these sources enables one to acquire all the relevant data about the West and its historical background with regard to the American identity. Again, West is vastly presented in films and TV shows were characters have enacted the events of the period.
3. As you think about your perception of the American West, what individuals populate that space? What kinds of events take place? Set the scene of your imagined American West.
Imaginatively, I tend to perceive that the American West is populated by some widely but inter-related individuals which would be as a result of the different interaction of the different individuals who migrated into the place. Having different races within the same geographical setting means that mixed social, economic and political events will be carried such as the rise of support groups including women empowerment associations. However, this factor leads to the eruption of newly invented activities which would be suitable for all the participants in the region which would traverse across all the races in the West. Therefore, it means that new cultures and events will be generated over time in the American West due to the socialization with variant individuals from different races and ethnic groups.
4. After you’ve drafted your post, read through it and identify at least two images, pictures, TV/movie clips, or soundtracks that embody your ideas of the American Wes.
A National Resource Centers on Canada Presentation at the 96th Annual NCSS Conference in Washington, DC
by Elizabeth Arntzen, Education Outreach Coordinator, Canadian-American Center, University of MaineNortheast National Resource Center on Canada
Amy Sotherden, Assistant DirectorCenter for the Study of Canada/Institute on Quebec Studies, State University of New York College at PlattsburghNortheast National Resource Center on Canada
Tina Storer, Education & Curriculum Specialist, Center for Canadian-American Studies, Western Washington University PNW National Resource Center on Canada in consortium with the Canadian Studies Center, Jackson School of International Studies University of Washington
[email protected] / Hispanic Americans
SOCY 3020-E01 Race and Ethnicity in the U.S.
Fall 2018
Latinos/Hispanics in the U.S.
By the numbers:
Approximately 56.6 Million as of July 1, 2015. (about 18% of the U.S. population & constantly
growing.) (U.S. Census Bureau)
65% are of Mexican background, 9% Puerto Rican, 3.5% Cuban. The rest are grouped as ‘other’
including the Caribbean people, South Americans, and Central Americans (Pew Research Center).
Of the 15+ million of undocumented immigrants in the U.S. approximately 10 million are Hispanic
immigrants of which 7 million are of Mexican nationality (Pew Research Center).
More than half of the Latino/Hispanic American population resides in these three states: California,
Texas, and Florida.
“California had the largest Hispanic population of any state (15.2 million) in 2015. Texas had the largest
numeric increase within the Hispanic population since July 1, 2014. New Mexico had the highest
percentage of Hispanics at 48.0 percent” (U.S. Census Bureau).
Stewart County in southwest Georgia experienced the most growth in the Hispanic population since
2000, growing 1,754% over 13 years (Pew Research Center).
Latino vs. Hispanics
Latino vs. Hispanic: The Terminology Conflict
What is “Latino?” A Latino is someone from Latin America.
What is “Hispanic?” A Hispanic is an “Hispano parlante” which translates into a Spanish-speaking
individual.
Why both terms? Both terms are used interchangeably in order to try to include as many Latin Ethnic
groups as possible.
Which one is used over the other depends on different parts of the country. Usually, Latino is
predominantly used as a term in the East Coast and Hispanic is used in the West Coast, even though
either term is being applied interchangeably nowadays.
Why does the government prefers “Latino” over “Hispanic?” It simply correlates to the federal
government being on the East Coast and using the term “Latino.”
Pan-Latinoness
Mexico
Mexico is divided in 31 states.
Pop: 124 million.
Ranked 10th most populated country in the world behind Russia and followed by Japan.
Central America & The Caribbean
U.K., U.S., French, Dutch, and independent countries.
Seven Central American countries.
South America
Twelve countries.
One French Territory.
One British Territory
Five different languages spoken:
Spanish,
Portuguese in Brazil.
French in French Guyana,
Dutch in Suriname,
English in Guyana.
“Pan-Latinoness:” Myth or Reality?
The Pan-Latino approach is an example of a panethnicity factor in U.S. society.
As Schaefer (2002) explains, panethnicity “refers to the development of solidarity among ethnic
subgroups.
Non-Hispanics often give single label to the diverse group of native-born Latino Americans and
immigrants.
This labeling by the out-group is similar to the dominant group’s wa.
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Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
You have to read it to believe it, but after you read it, you won't believe it. And I included eight examples of defamatory statements/
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
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‘वोटर्स विल मस्ट प्रीवेल’ (मतदाताओं को जीतना होगा) अभियान द्वारा जारी हेल्पलाइन नंबर, 4 जून को सुबह 7 बजे से दोपहर 12 बजे तक मतगणना प्रक्रिया में कहीं भी किसी भी तरह के उल्लंघन की रिपोर्ट करने के लिए खुला रहेगा।
2. Hispanic-Latino Ethnic & Cultural Groups
Map Courtesy of University of Florida
Central
Mexico
America
South America
Puerto Rico
Cuba
Dominican
Republic
*United States not considered a point of origin for Hispanic-Latino groups
3. Hispanic Heritage Month: 2010
Begins September 15th and continues through October
15th
Why?
Within this time frame, Costa Rica, El
Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and
Mexico honor their Independence Day
El Dia de la Raza is on October 12th, celebrating Latin
American Identity
5. Influential On and Off the Big Screen
George Lopez, Comedian,
Mexican-American
Made an appearance at the
Kid’s Inaugural: We are the Future
Participated alongside other celebrities
such as Miley Cyrus and Jamie Foxx in
addition to the hosts - Michelle Obama
and Jill Biden
The event called for children to become
more involved by volunteering at
shelters, writing letters to the troops or
assisting the elderly
For more information, see Lopez’s page at biography.com, Time
Magazine Online, and wikipedia; Photo courtesy of wikipedia
6. In Sports
Arturo Moreno, CEO
and Owner of Anaheim
Angels MLB
Team, Mexican-American
First Latino team owner of a major
U.S. sport
Changed the “rules of the game” Photo courtesy of Time Magazine
by lowering ticket and concession
prices without pinching pennies
elsewhere
Signed the best free agent and
made fans smile when the team
made it to the 2004 playoffs
As far as the future goes, Moreno
reported to Time Magazine:
"A lot of people talk about getting to
7. In Politics and Such
Anthony Romero,
Executive Director, Puerto
Rican-American
The first Hispanic executive director of
the American Civil Liberties Union
Charged with bringing the Union into
Photo courtesy of Time Magazine
the 21st Century
Said to Times Magazine in an
interview:
“We bring who we are to our job.
When you've seen prejudice, you
understand that we aren't finished,
that we're still perfecting this American
experiment.”
8. In Education, Literature
Sandra Cisneros, Author,
Mexican-American
Cisneros has taught and counseled high-
school dropouts
Her book, The House on Mango Street,
won the “Before Columbus Foundation’s
American Book Award” and is a required
reading for middle school children as well
as high school and university students
Her books have been translated into more
than 10 languages Photo courtesy of LaPrensaToledo.com
Cisneros – president and founder of the
Macondo Foundation – says the
foundation “seeks to advance creativity,
foster generosity and honor our
communities”
9. Military Spotlight
For the full article,
LCDR Raul Castaneda, see Hispanic
Times Magazine,
U.S. Navy December, 1996
Education
A.S. – Digital Electronics During this, he devised the 12/12/5
B.S. – Industrial Technology plan (adopted by the Secretary of
M.B.A. – Human Resource the Navy) which calls for the
Management systematic increase in officers of
Attended Aviation Officer Hispanic, African American, Asian
Candidate School where he earned Pacific Islanders, and Native
his wings of gold and became a Americans
Naval Flight Officer Became the President of the
After many accomplishments and Association of Naval Services
awards, LCDR Castaneda was Officers and established its mission
assigned as the Navy Recruiting to seek out qualified minorities to
Command in Washington, D.C., as enter officer programs
the Deputy for Minority Affairs
11. Famous Hispanic/Latinos in the Military
Richard E. Cavazos
Became the U.S. Army’s first Hispanic four-star general
in 1982
David G. Farragut
Became the first U.S. naval officer to ever be awarded
admiral
Know for saying, “Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!”
during his Civil War Victory at Mobile Bay (infoplease.com)
Manuel J. Fernandez, Jr.
Flew 125 combat missions in the Korean War
12. Holidays Celebrated in the U.S.
Though there are many Hispanic and Latino holidays such as El Día
de los Muertos (Day of the Dead in Mexico), Semana Santa (Holy
Week), Dia del Amor y Amistad (Valentine’s Day), Americans tend to
know two:
Cinco de Mayo and Carnival
13. Cinco de Mayo –
Not Mexico’s Independence Day
Marks the victory of the Mexican militia over the French at the Battle of
Puebla in 1862 which established a sense of national unity
The victory was short lived as Napoleon III sent more troops and
established Archduke Maximilian of Austria as ruler of Mexico
With the U.S. Civil War over, the U.S. was able to assist Mexico with
political and military assistance which helped to expel the French and
their appointed ruler
Photos courtesy of wikipedia
14. Carnival –
The annual celebration of life (also known as Mardi Gras)
Influenced and celebrated by a variety of cultures and nations
Is an annual celebration of life and marks the beginning of a new season
Can be found throughout the Caribbean and many major U.S.
cities
Photos courtesy of wikipedia
15. Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month Presentation
Prepared by Stephanie I. Turner, M.S.
on behalf of the
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute
Patrick Air Force Base, Florida
August 2010
All photographs are public domain and are from various sources as cited.
Opinions expressed in this report are those of the author and should not be construed to
represent the official position of DEOMI, the U.S. Military services, or the Department
of Defense.