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LATINO/A COMMUNITIES IN THE MIDWEST The Julian Samora Research Institute (JSRI) (www.jsri.msu.edu) is proud to announce a call for papers and panels for a conference celebrating its 20th anniversary as a research institute. The conference theme is “Latino/a Communities in the Midwest.” Latino/a populations and communities are growing rapidly across the country and are found in every sector of life in the United States. The more than 4.2 million Latino/as in the Midwest comprise 10% of the nation’s Latino/a populations and 6% of the overall population in the region. Historically, Latino/as have lain railroad tracks, worked the agricultural fields, slaughter houses, and automobile factories, and provided domestic and service labor in the communities and cities of the Midwest. Although still concentrated in certain occupations, they are also artists, entrepreneurs, college students, public administrators, elected officials, union leaders, professional athletes, etc. Submissions by researchers and practitioners are solicited on a broad range of topics focusing on Latino/as communities in the Midwest including, but not limited to, issues in the following areas:
Types of Submissions Papers JSRI seeks the submission of original professional papers reporting formal research results, theoretical development or analyses, case studies, evaluations of interventions, policies or programs, innovative practical applications, and analyses of emergent issues and trends which contribute to our understanding of Latino/a communities. Authors should submit a paper abstract that includes title, author(s) names and affiliations, E-mail address, and phone number(s). Panels JSRI also invites panel proposals focusing on the topics mentioned above, but not limited to them. Panel participants will present professional papers pertaining to the panel topic. Panel organizers should submit an abstract that includes the panel title, name and contact information of the panel organizer(s)/moderater, presenters, their affiliations and presentation titles, and the name and affiliation of the panel discussant. The ideal panel for paper presentations includes a moderator, three presenters, and a discussant. Submission Deadline Aug. 1, 2009 All submissions should be made electronically. Please submit them to <info@jsri.msu.edu>. For questions, call 517.432.1317. More information is available at <www.jsri.msu.edu>. Download a copy of the PDF here.
LATINO/A COMMUNITIES IN THE MIDWEST
The Julian Samora Research Institute at Michigan State University is holding a Student Paper Competition as part of its 20th Anniversary Conference Celebration in November, 2009. The winner of the competition will receive an award of $2,500. The conference theme is “Latino/a Communities in the Midwest.” Submissions are solicited from undergraduate and graduate students on a broad range of topics focusing on Latino/as communities in the Midwest including, but not limited to:
Authors must be currently enrolled in a U.S. college or university and must also be enrolled in the fall semester. Guidelines JSRI seeks the submission of original student papers reporting formal research results, theoretical development or analyses, case studies, evaluations of interventions, policies or programs, innovative practical applications, and analyses of emergent issues and trends which contribute to our understanding of Latino/a communities. Authors must submit a manuscript with a cover letter that points out the significance of the work, title page that includes the title, author’s name and affiliation, E-mail address, and phone number(s), and an abstract. The manuscript must be on 8.5” x 11” (letter) pages (with 1” margins), 12 point Times font, and double-spaced; each page, other than the title page, should be numbered. The work must conform to an acceptable writing and documentation style (Chicago, APA, MLA, etc.). A panel of faculty judges will review each submission for content, contribution to knowledge in the area, clarity, organization, and format. Charts, tables, diagrams, and other graphics that support the work are acceptable, but must conform to the writing and documentation style used. The winning student author will receive a $2,500 and will be invited to present the work at the conference on Nov. 5-7, 2009. Submission Deadline is Aug. 1, 2009 All submissions must be made electronically and in Word format. Please submit papers to info@jsri.msu.edu. Questions may be directed to Danny Layne by calling (517) 432-1317. Download a copy of the PDF here.
The Civil Rights of Migrant & Seasonal Farmworks 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. • Western Michigan University Free Parking in Lot Adjacent to Trimpe Building All members of the public are invited to attend and offer public comment or speak privately with Civil Rights Commisioners concerning issues and incidents affecting farmworkers' civil rights. Call Farmworker Legal Services at (269) 427-1622 for more information. DOWNLOAD THE AGENDA (PDF) HERE
Chican@/Latin@ Studies Apply Online and Submit Materials Directly
Application Requirements • Statement of Purpose (700-1,000 words) Online Application to MSU Graduate School Besides submitting required materials directly to the CLS Program Office, applicants must also apply electronically for admission to the MSU Graduate School <http://grad.msu.edu/apply.htm#online>. DOWNLOAD THE PDF HERE
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