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Highlights from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 2019 Leadership Conference “You Count! ¡Tu Cuentas!”

Categories: African American/Latino Relations, Issues and Events

Recently I attended the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) 2019 Leadership Conference in Washington, DC, September 10-11, 2019. Composed of Congressional representatives of Latino heritage and led by Joaquin Castro (D-TX), the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) advocates for issues important to Latinos through the Congressional legislative process. Led by Marco Davis, President and CEO, the […]

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Top 10 Takeaways from the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute 36th National Conference 2018

Categories: African American/Latino Relations, Issues and Events

Two weeks ago, I attended the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute 36th National Conference in Chicago, February 15-18, 2018.  As always, I thoroughly enjoyed the conference!  I have been participating in and providing workshops for the conference since 2004.  I always make an effort to do whatever I can to support the organization.  (See USHLI […]

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The Top 10 Takeaways from the Latin American Association State of Latinos in Georgia Conference

Categories: African American/Latino Relations, Issues and Events

Last week I attended the Latin American Association (@TheLAA) State of Latinos in Georgia Conference in Atlanta (#2018StateofLatinos).  Having supported the Latin American Association for many years, I was eager to participate in this inaugural event.  The purpose of the conference was to analyze and address the critical issues facing Latinos in Georgia. A nonprofit […]

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My Farewell to The Obamas

Categories: Opinion pieces

It was two days following the election of the first African American President of the United States of America. I was in Austin for a meeting with The University of Texas Department of History Visiting Committee. I woke up to check my email and opened a photo attachment… In total shock and disbelief I could […]

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Top 10 Takeaways from “Blacks and Latinos: Our Quest for Civil Rights”

Categories: Opinion pieces

Last month I participated in the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Convention in Washington, DC. As stated in my previous blog, the CBC ALC is always my favorite convention of the year! This year Congressman Hank Johnson (D-GA) requested me to moderate his session “Blacks and Latinos: Our Quest for Civil Rights.” Of course, it […]

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Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Convention, Session on African American and Latino Relations Today!

Categories: African American/Latino Relations, Issues and Events

This week I am attending the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Convention in DC. The CBC ALC is always my favorite convention of the year! The “Who’s Who” of Black America gathers in DC for the week to discuss policy, challenges that face our community and country, and, most of all, solutions; and I enjoy […]

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Top 12 Takeaways from the DNC 2016

Categories: Opinion pieces

The Democratic National Committee hosted a spectacular convention this year. Held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, The Democratic National Convention occurred July 25-28, 2016. Similar to my experience with the Republican National Convention, although for different reasons, I thoroughly enjoyed watching the DNC proceedings. The entire program appealed to me, especially its captivating keynote speakers. There were […]

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Casting a Wider Net: History PhDs, Change Your Perspective!

Categories: Opinion pieces

There are so many careers that individuals with a Ph.D. in history can pursue. We possess a myriad of valuable skills and abilities needed in every sector of our society. Recently, I published an article in Perspective on History, The Newsmagazine of the American Historical Association, arguing this point. In this essay I highlight the […]

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Finding, Funding and Attending Conferences as a Graduate Student

Categories: Opinion pieces

Interview with Scholar Studio, April 2016 I recently conducted an interview with Scholar Studio to discuss the importance of graduate students attending professional meetings and conferences. As an educator who teaches students strategies for college success, I have always promoted the value of students participating in organizations and conferences in their respective disciplines and areas […]

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Top 10 Takeaways from the American Historical Association Annual Meeting 2016

Categories: History Profession

Last month I attended the American Historical Association (AHA) Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, January 7-10, 2016. This year’s meeting was an absolutely spectacular event! With over 13,000 members the AHA is the largest professional organization devoted to the study and promotion of history and historical thinking in the United States. A massive event, the […]

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