El Centro de la Raza

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CAPS Supplemental Instruction (SI)
What is SI?
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a series of weekly review sessions for students taking historically difficult courses. SI is for all students who want to improve both their understanding of course material and their grades. Attendance at sessions is voluntary. For students, SI offers a chance to get together with people in their class to compare notes, to discuss important concepts, to develop strategies for studying, and to test themselves before their professor does.

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Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS)
What is CAPS?
CAPS is a free-of-charge educational assistance program available to UNM students enrolled in undergraduate classes. The tutors at CAPS are UNM upper-division undergraduates and graduate students. The CAPS tutor-training program is certified by the College Reading and Learning Association. CAPS provides tutoring for many undergraduate courses numbered 100-399.

How do I use CAPS?
To receive services at CAPS, a student must register with a CAPS receptionist. A valid UNM LOBO ID is required. Students may make appointments with a tutor up to a week in advance. Cancellations may be made up until the time of the appointment. Students are allowed three 'No-Shows' before their CAPS privileges are restricted.

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The UNM program in Northern Ireland is open to undergraduate and graduate students from all fields of study. UNM participants will visit with experienced youth workers working within and between the different traditions within Northern Ireland. The purpose of this study trip is to examine some ways in which youth work programs within and between the different communities in Northern Ireland have sought to promote work that addresses inequality, deals with violence and promotes community understanding and reconciliation and to critically reflect on what this means for work with young people associated with identity communities in New Mexico.

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The Latina/o Graduate and Professional Student Initiative was launched in 2008-2009 to support the academic, personal and professional success of Latina/o graduate and professional students at the University of New Mexico. El Centro de la Raza sponsors a fall and spring graduate and professional student fellowship to support students in learning academic and professional skills for conference presentations (fall) and academic writing (spring). Student fellows receive a conference stipend or scholarship upon successful completion of the semester-long fellowship. In addition, the Latina/o Faculty Brown Bags connect students to Latina/o faculty by hosting monthly research presentations. For more information contact elcentro@unm.edu or 277-5020.

2009 Raza Excellence Outstanding Student Award Application DUE Friday February 27th, 2009

This award is given to graduating Hispano/Latino students in any field or level of degree that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the Raza Community and excelled academically. The Raza Excellence Outstanding Student Award has recognized the unique talents, contributions and dedication of students since 1995.

El Centro de la Raza welcomes you to apply or submit nominations for the outstanding students in your life. Students may be nominated by any UNM staff, faculty or student members, as well as, self apply. The deadline to apply or nominate is Friday, February 27, 2009 by 5:00 p.m..

Students will be recognized at the UNM Recognition Reception on Thursday April 16, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.

Attached you will find the award criteria, nomination form and application.

Please contact Christopher J. Smith-López (505) 277 5020 or cslopez@unm.edu for additional information.

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Raza Graduation not only recognizes the accomplishments of Hispano student graduates, but also allows them to recognize their family, friends, and others who have provided support and encouragement during their college years. It is by no means an alternative to UNM's general commencement exercises and/or any departmental exercises, but rather a personalized and cultural celebration. We also encourage students to participate in their specified commencement. We are extremely proud and would like to recognize students' accomplishments during Raza Graduation.

To celebrate your success, we would like to honor you on Thursday May 7, 2009 at the 17th Annual Raza Graduation. The graduation ceremony will take place at 5:30PM in the UNM Student Union Ballroom.

Graduate registration begins at 4:30PM.

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NOT AVAILABLE FOR 2009

The SASB program was created in 1999 with the intention of bridging students from High School to college successfully. The program offers two courses in the summer as well as a college success seminar. Students participate for 8 weeks during which time they will complete two introductory studies course in Math, English or Reading. Further they will meet weekly for a seminar as well as one on one with a mentor. This is a great opportunity for a student who would like to get a jumpstart on connecting to UNM. Orientation, courses, Friday seminars, books are included in the program.
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Young Hispanic Leaders Program 2009
Santander & Madrid, Spain
June 13 - 21, 2009

Description and Objective of the Program:
The annual Young Hispanic Leaders Program was founded in 1998 at the initiative of the U.S..-Spain Council (a private forum to enhance relations between the two countries). It is sponsored by the Fundación Carolina, the Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo and the collaboration of the Fundación José Ortega y Gasset.

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