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July 30 , 2007 Did you know that…. The Georgia Museum of Natural History is located right here in Athens? And that it is free to the general public? And that it contains millions of specimens of different species? Don’t miss our show for an in-depth look at this educational and fascinating place right in our backyard! It is fun for everyone. July 9 , 2007 Have you ever asked yourself what you can do on a hot summer day? This week we will take you to the Broad River Outpost to learn about all the activities available at only 30 minutes from Athens! Canoes, kayaks, fishing and relaxation are among the things that the Outpost offers. We will talk about the equipment required for these excursions and all that you need to know to enjoy nature with family and friends! June 25, 2007 Need to find a doctor? Do you know where the closest child care center is located? Would like to find a volunteer opportunity but don’t know how? This information and much more is available right at your finger tips through Community Connections of Northeast Georgia or 211. Darlene Rodriguez de Shaefer tells us how we can access information for hundreds of community resources and you do not even have to leave your home! We also talk with Adriana Robinson about child care resources in our area. If you have small children, you know the value of quality child care. She clarifies the different child care options we have in our community and how the State of Georgia regulates their operation. June 18 , 2007 We are often told that retirement planning is essential and more important than ever, but perhaps we do not always know how to go about it. This week our guest Luis Chaves, Financial Adviser, speaks about the retirement plans that most companies offer their employees and how to get the best out of this investment. He also speaks of options for planning for our retirement when we are self-employed. In addition, Luis discusses the difference in earning power for an individual with a college degree when compared with someone who did not attend college. Some of the college savings plans currently available are explored -- their benefits and how they are managed. June 11 , 2007 This week we have with us Sam Drenner, General Manager of the First American Bank and Trust Company in Athens. He speaks to us about the importance of the Latino population for the United States banking industry. In addition, he examines some of the essential personal and professional assets for a person who has interest in the banking industry-- from personality to university majors. June 4 , 2007 Have you heard of the educational programs that the University of Georgia offers to helps students improve their academic performance in school? And the programs designed to guide students toward a university degree? This week Nadia Madrid from the Steps to College and Vamos a la Universidad programs va etells us how these programs provide students with tools needed to excel academically. The programs are free to the chosen participants. This might be just what your son or daughter needs to achieve a brighter future! May 28, 2007 What are the myths and realities about Latinos/as? What are these beliefs based on? How do we continue to perpetuate them in our daily lives? Professor Sergio Quesada talks about the stereotypes and realities of our “gente”. And although often we do not enjoy or even like to reflect on these generalizations, it is important to know how they might be used by others to define us and how they can even become part of our own collective identity. May 21 , 2007 Our first guest is Dr. Brent Berlin who talks to us about how State Hill 529 (SB529) might change the future of the university students who are immigrants in the State of Georgia. This month, The Board of Regents will be making decisions about the enrollment opportunities for many of the international and immigrant students in the State of Georgia, which can have far-reaching consequences for many students. Matthew Wooten is with us as one of the first University of Georgia graduates with a Latin American and Caribbean Studies degree! He tells us about his interest in this major, how being bilingual has helped his career thus far and about future opportunities. Oscar Bermeo discusses the Youth Soccer Leagues for boys and girls in the U.S. and specifically in Athens and surrounding areas. He tells us how to help children become involved in playing sports – what we need to know, what we should avoid and how to obtain more information. May 14 , 2007 This week we visit The Even Start Family Literacy Program, which serves families with children under the age of seven whose parents are enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESOL) or GED classes. They also offer Certified Nursing Assistant classes to the parents that qualify. The program strives to increase the literacy skills of each family member through individually developed instruction. We will talk with Erin Thompson, the Program Coordinator as well as Nancy Heiges, one of the English as a Second Language teachers. We also have the pleasure of interviewing two of the mothers enrolled in the program, Laura Miranda y Maria Chavez, who give us a very intimate and personal perspective of the program. Unfortunately, the program is closing its doors as a result of budget cuts, leaving many families without a unique community resource. Don’t miss our program to learn more about Even Start! May 7 , 2007 This week: We discuss the importance of exposing children to music at an early age. We interview Gabriela Tejeda and her violin teacher, Alison Mueller, to talk about how music can help our children’s development. Also, Dr. Ascen Saenz will tell us about her newest project “Cachivache”, a theater group at the Universidad of Georgia for Spanish-language students…. El Banco de la Oportunidad is celebrating its second anniversary and we are there to help them celebrate …Congratulations to all the Banco staff! April 30, 2007 The number of Latino farmers continues to grow in the State of Georgia. However, many might be unaware of all the resources available to them, financial and informational in nature. This week we find ourselves at the Natural Resource Conservation Center in Watkinsville to talk with Mario Delgado and Jose Pagan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). We will discuss the federal programs available to farmers and how we can partake in them. If you are a farmer or if you have an interest in the farming industry, don’t miss our show! April 23, 2007 This week we have for you a show that is exceptionally informative. Dr. Jorge Atiles will talk about consumer fraud—how to prevent it and what to do in case you become a victim of such crime. Don’t miss it! April 9, 2007 Women banana workers—mujeres bananeras—are waging a powerful revolution by making gender equity central in Latin American labor organizing. Their successes disrupt the popular image of the Latin American woman worker as a passive bystander and broadly re-imagine the possibilities of international labor solidarity. Over the past twenty years, bananeras have organized themselves and gained increasing control over their unions, their workplaces, and their lives. This week Professor Dana Frank who wrote the book entitled “Bananeras: Women Transforming the Banana Unions of Latin America” recounts the history and growth of this vital movement. It is a compelling example of transnational feminism at work. April 2, 2007 Leadership Sin Límites! This week, Deborah Gonzalez, Esq. will talk to us about this youth leadership program for Georgia residents. If you have an interest in the Latino culture and have shown or will like to develop leadership skills in your community, this is the program for you!! This program is geared for adolescents between 15-18 years of age. You will have a unique experience by coming together with others who share similar interests. For more information about this opportunity, don’t miss this week’s show! You can also call Deborah Gonzalez at 706.542.2431 for more information and to obtain an application or visit www.fanning.uga.edu All applications are due April 15th, 2007. The program is completely free! March 26th Currently there is great controversy with the migratory situation for thousands of people in the U.S. But the challenges for immigrants begin long before they settle in the United States. Today we have in our show the Rev. Robin Hoover, whose humanitarian efforts have unleashed another controversy. His organization, Humane Borders, has offered humanitarian assistance to those in need through more than 70 emergency water stations on and near the U.S.-Mexican border. Without water, many have died. Some say that he is just promoting illegal immigration; he contends that he is just trying to help those in need. You can decide for yourself tonight as you hear him talk in his own words. For more information, visit www.humaneborders.org March 19th Many of us are familiar with Goodwill Industries, Inc. primarily because of their donation centers throughout the United States. However, this non-profit organization offers a number of services to the community at each of their branches. This week you will meet the manager of the Career Center in Athens, GA, as well as the NegocioNow consultant. NegocioNow offers small business advice to individuals who want to get their business started. They help with a business plan, the type of licenses one might need, and marketing tips too. March 12th Have you ever asked yourself…? How the U.S. Postal Service actually works? How many letters, magazines, boxes and other articles go through the U.S. mail annually? How are articles mailed to international addressees handled differently? This week we take you on a tour of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) and answer these questions and much more. Don’t miss it! March 5th This week we speak with two university students who share with us their most important challenges, successes and goals in their academic world and their lives in general. They speak of their decision to enroll at the university, the information they felt was essential and helpful during that process and their biggest influences. They are inspirational to many other young Latinos who wonder if they can make university-life their own. February 26th Did you know that school counselor have a great deal of information that can guide and even shape a better future for your school-aged children? The 4th annual School Counselors as Advocates for Latino/a Students K-12 was held this February 16th at the University of Georgia. We bring to you Drs. Paul Matthews and Ed Delgado-Romero who helped organize this event. They will speak to the fundamental role that school counselor can play in the lives of our children. It is crucial that parents are informed about how the counselors can help build a solid academic foundation for students, which can bring them great opportunities and benefits not only during their school years, but for years to come—including their university life. It is never too early to start planning for a better future for our children and the school years are no exception. Don’t miss our show and remained informed. February 19th This week on our show, in celebration of Black History Month, we revisit the African influence in the greater Latin American culture. Dr. Lesley Feracho will talk to us about how our African ancestry have influenced our religions, literature, music, food and our daily lives all across Latin America. February 12th As we all know, April 15th is rapidly approaching — February 5th What has been some of our adolescents’ reactions to their own migratory experiences? How have they learned to assimilate to their new surroundings and experiences? What has been the difficult thing to come to terms with? Don’t miss our show when they tell us about their perspective as Latino/a adolescents living in the United States. January 22nd & 29th David Schaefer, an immigration lawyer, speaks to us about the State Bill 529 which will take effect this July in the State of Georgia. Learn how these new regulations can impact our community and what we must know about it. January 15th Dr. Ed Delgado-Romero, a psychologist, talks about Latino adolescents and their mental health, some of their age-appropriate concerns and how parents and teachers can help our young. January 1st Rosa Chávez shares with us her Peruvian celebrations. She speaks of how some of these customs bring together a blend of indigenous, mestizos, and European traditions. Clara Guzmán speaks of the holiday stress and how to maintain a fiscal and emotional balance in our lives during this time of the year. December 25th Anita Picas speaks to us about a very unique and interesting tradition from her native region in Spain, Cataluña. She believes that there is no other tradition like it in the world! Gabriela Sánchez-Brambila, of Mexico, speaks of the native Mexican Christmas traditions and shares the history of how these customs came to be. This is incredibly interesting and educational! December 18th Deicy Quintero speaks of the celebrations in her native Colombia. From the lighting of the candles to honor the Virgin Mary to the Novena Navideña, and the traditional music and food. December 11 and December 15 Our guest this week: Valeria Himmel Von Kleber, the producer of the weekly radio program “Agenda Hispana”, on WUGA 91.7 FM & 97.9 FM. The program, which is produced in Spanish in its entirety, highlights current events of interest to Latinos throughout Georgia. To view this week's episode online, please click on the links below (a new browser window will open): Valeria Himmel Von Kleber Interview (Part 1) November 27 and December 1 Do you know what exactly the science of geology is? Many of us would say that we do, but many of our definitions would not be exactly correct. This week, Dr. Marta Patiño-Douce will talk to us about the fascinating world of geology… what it is and what it is not… This week in our show even the rocks will talk… November 20 and November 24 This week on our program we have with us two guests from the Universidad Veracruzana in Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico. She has served as the director of International Programs for Students for almost a decade. She speaks to us about how university students who plan or would like to study abroad need to prepare for the experience. An outstanding artist in Mexico and known for his ingenious photography and lithography methods. He talks to us about his journey as an artist – his inspirations, his love of the blues, and most of all his love of art. November 13 and November 17 This week we have for you a show that is exceptionally informative. Dr. Jorge Atiles will talk about consumer fraud—how to prevent it and what to do in case you become a victim of such crime. Don’t miss it! November 6 and November 10 This week we visit the Pinewoods Library and Community Center. We speak with Miguel Vicente about the achievements and future goals for the library, as well as the resources that the center has to offer to the Athens community. Did you know that more than 100 people daily utilize their services? Incredible! Don’t miss it! To view this week's episode online, please click on the links below (a new browser window will open): Miguel Vicente Interview (Part 1) October 30 and November 3 Heidi Davison has been Athens’ mayor for the last four years. This week she tells us about her re-election campaign and some of the experiences in office that have helped her better understand the Latino immigrant. REMEMBER TO VOTE! This November 7th local and state-wide elections will be held. Make your vote count! Visit www.galeo.org or www.eslahora.com for more information on the Georgia Latino Vote 2006 Campaign. To view this week's episode online, please click on the links below (a new browser window will open): Heidi Davison Interview (Part 1) October 23 and 27 Unfortunately, 1 of out of 4 women and 1 out of 7 men are victims of sexual violence. This is difficult to ignore! For that reason, this week we have with us Savannah Weaver, who speaks about sexual violence and the services available for the community through the Sexual Assault Center of Northeast Georgia. For more information, visit www.sacnega.org or call toll free 1-877-363-1912. Did you know that ... … 1 out of 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives? … every 12 minutes a woman in the U.S.A. dies from breast cancer? … men can also develop breast cancer? October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Learn about some of the risk factors and symptoms of breast cancer. This is important information for both women and men! For more information,visit www.cancer.org You can help raise funds for local breast cancer survivors by sponsoring an event through Charity Laps Racing, Inc. For more information, call Allan Nolan at 1.877.264.3489. October 16 and 20 Have you ever asked yourself how it can be possible to buy or remodel a rural home? This week we have with us Mario Delgado, a Rural Development Specialist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He will speak about the programs available for the purchase and remodeling to rural homes with some incredible benefits. Don’t miss it! We will also speak with Marcos Zúñiga, the owner of InkaMaya Farms. He will talk about the benefits of belonging to an agricultural cooperative, particularly for the Latino/a farmers in Georgia. To view this week's episode online, please click on the links below (a new browser window will open): Mario Delgado and Marcos Zúñiga (Part 1) October 9 and 13 HELP US CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH! October 2 & 6 Our guests this week are: Magally Smith who is a certified interpreter. She will speak about the process of serving as an interpreter in the courts. She will also talk about her experiences and when it might be necessary to use an interpreter. For more information, visit www.languageservicesplus.com Eduardo Lopez who is an consultant in the Office of Minority Business Development, a division of the University of Georgia’s Small Business Development Center. He will provide information about the opportunities and resources available to new and established entrepreneurs in the state of Georgia. For more information, visit www.sbdc.uga.edu September 25 & 29 Latin American and Caribbean Studies Institute For information about the institute, visit www.lacsi.uga.edu Latino Health Fair There will be lots of activities for the entire family and it's all free. For information, call Shanka at 706.546.7721 ext. 20492 or Dr. Paul Duncan at 706.583-0618. Don't miss it! September 18 & 22 This week we will be at: “The Georgia Aquarium: Behind the Scenes” We will take a tour of the Aquarium from the other side and learn what it takes to carry out such a large endeavor. The Georgia Aquarium opened its doors last November. Not only is the Georgia Aquarium the largest in the world, but in its first 98 days, it had welcomed one million visitors. And it is continues to break records! Don’t miss out on this amazing experience! Luis Cordero To view this week's episode online, please click on the links below (a new browser window will open): Georgia Aquarium: Behind the Scenes (Part 1) September 11 & 15 Enfoque Latino con la Dra. Londoño's premier episode will feature three special guests: Enrique Carrión Margarita Tejada Fausto Sarmiento This week's episode was filmed on location at the Courtyard by Marriott in downtown Athens and at El Banco de la Oportunidad. We wish to thank them for hosting our show.
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