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Héctor Alejandro Arzate May 11, 2018May 10, 2018 0 Comments Humboldt County, ICE, Immigration and Customs Emforcement, Rapid Response Hotline, True North Organizing Network, UFW, United Farm Workers

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A report of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Humboldt County has raised concerns throughout the community after a

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Sarah Rios, environmental studies assistant professor at Cal Poly Humboldt, recently published her first book “Diseases Have No Eyes: Valley Fever and Environmental Health Justice”. Her book highlights valley fever, an illness caused by a fungus found in soil and the injustices farmworkers and formerly incarcerated people experience in the Central Valley. 

“Researchers often study these two groups separately in isolation. But there are a lot of parallel experiences and parallel systems that they both encounter,” Rios said. “I think this is a different way of understanding the experience with the disease. It’s a counter narrative per se rather than thinking about treating one thing, treating death, treating valley fever.” 

Drawing on her past experiences growing up in Salinas and attending Fresno State University, Rios shares how she was able to see the impact of inequality in people’s lives. The people she interviewed shared the difficulties they faced accessing proper health care. “They often got mistreatment or wrong medication because they had the wrong diagnosis,” Rios said. 

Rios discusses how people can overlook problems that do not directly affect them and encourages readers to not look away from what’s happening in the world. 

“I want us to think about how we look at the broader systems and the broader structures and the broader politics that are really shaping vulnerable groups’ life chances.” 

“Diseases Have No Eyes: Valley Fever and Environmental Health Justice” is available for purchase on Amazon and is free on JSTOR as an e-book.

By Genessis Lepe
Photo by Genessis Lepe

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Sarah Rios, environmental studies assistant professor at Cal Poly Humboldt, recently published her first book “Diseases Have No Eyes: Valley Fever and Environmental Health Justice”. Her book highlights valley fever, an illness caused by a fungus found in soil and the injustices farmworkers and formerly incarcerated people experience in the Central Valley. “Researchers often study these two groups separately in isolation. But there are a lot of parallel experiences and parallel systems that they both encounter,” Rios said. “I think this is a different way of understanding the experience with the disease. It’s a counter narrative per se rather than thinking about treating one thing, treating death, treating valley fever.” Drawing on her past experiences growing up in Salinas and attending Fresno State University, Rios shares how she was able to see the impact of inequality in people’s lives. The people she interviewed shared the difficulties they faced accessing proper health care. “They often got mistreatment or wrong medication because they had the wrong diagnosis,” Rios said. Rios discusses how people can overlook problems that do not directly affect them and encourages readers to not look away from what’s happening in the world. “I want us to think about how we look at the broader systems and the broader structures and the broader politics that are really shaping vulnerable groups’ life chances.” “Diseases Have No Eyes: Valley Fever and Environmental Health Justice” is available for purchase on Amazon and is free on JSTOR as an e-book. By Genessis Lepe Photo by Genessis Lepe #cphumboldt #environmentalstudies #humboldt #healthjustice centralvalleY
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As a Latina born in LA to two immigrant parents, I have grown up seeing my culture everywhere, but I have also grown up seeing other people take pieces of it and make it their own. I have seen Latine music, clothing, slang, food and traditions become popular after people outside of the culture “discover” them. 

Because of that, when I heard that Benny Blanco, whose real name is Benjamin Joseph Levin and who is practically fully white, made a Spanish-language album called “Hermoso”, I was intrigued but skeptical. Then I saw the album cover; speechless is the only word to describe my reaction. 

By Hortencia López
Photo courtesy of Benny Blanco’s official website

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As a Latina born in LA to two immigrant parents, I have grown up seeing my culture everywhere, but I have also grown up seeing other people take pieces of it and make it their own. I have seen Latine music, clothing, slang, food and traditions become popular after people outside of the culture “discover” them.  Because of that, when I heard that Benny Blanco, whose real name is Benjamin Joseph Levin and who is practically fully white, made a Spanish-language album called “Hermoso”, I was intrigued but skeptical. Then I saw the album cover; speechless is the only word to describe my reaction.  By Hortencia López Photo courtesy of Benny Blanco’s official website For the full story click the link in our bio. #ellenadornews #humboldt #humboldtcounty #CalPolyHumboldt #Accesshumboldt
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Como latina nacida en Los Ángeles de padres inmigrantes, he crecido viendo mi cultura por todas partes, pero también he visto cómo otras personas la adoptan y la hacen suya. He visto cómo la música, la ropa, la jerga, la comida y las tradiciones latinas se popularizan después de que personas ajenas a la cultura las “descubren”.

Por eso, cuando supe que Benny Blanco, cuyo nombre real es Benjamín Joseph Levin y que es prácticamente blanco, había grabado un álbum en español titulado “Hermoso”, me intrigó, pero también me mostré escéptico. Luego vi la foto del álbum; me quedé sin palabras.

Por Hortencia López
Foto cortesía de la página web oficial de Benny Blanco

For the full story click the link in our bio.

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Como latina nacida en Los Ángeles de padres inmigrantes, he crecido viendo mi cultura por todas partes, pero también he visto cómo otras personas la adoptan y la hacen suya. He visto cómo la música, la ropa, la jerga, la comida y las tradiciones latinas se popularizan después de que personas ajenas a la cultura las “descubren”. Por eso, cuando supe que Benny Blanco, cuyo nombre real es Benjamín Joseph Levin y que es prácticamente blanco, había grabado un álbum en español titulado “Hermoso”, me intrigó, pero también me mostré escéptico. Luego vi la foto del álbum; me quedé sin palabras. Por Hortencia López Foto cortesía de la página web oficial de Benny Blanco For the full story click the link in our bio. #ellenadornews #humboldt #humboldtcounty #CalPolyHumboldt #Accesshumboldt
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Cal Poly Humboldt has welcomed Molly Springer as its new dean of students and associate vice president of Student Success, the university announced on June 22. The role focuses on student advocacy, retention and success. For Springer, coming to Humboldt is also personal. 

“I originally interviewed for the position because I just love Humboldt,” Springer said, explaining that her family already has connections to the university. Her child is a junior at Humboldt studying music, while her niece has also recently started her first year. At Humboldt, Springer will oversee student success and work with campus leadership on retention goals. Her responsibilities include supporting programs and services designed to help students succeed and ensuring students understand and can exercise their rights within the university community.

Story by Andrea Merezko
Photo courtesy of Cal Poly Humboldt Marketing and Communications

For the full story click the link in our bio.
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Cal Poly Humboldt has welcomed Molly Springer as its new dean of students and associate vice president of Student Success, the university announced on June 22. The role focuses on student advocacy, retention and success. For Springer, coming to Humboldt is also personal.  “I originally interviewed for the position because I just love Humboldt,” Springer said, explaining that her family already has connections to the university. Her child is a junior at Humboldt studying music, while her niece has also recently started her first year. At Humboldt, Springer will oversee student success and work with campus leadership on retention goals. Her responsibilities include supporting programs and services designed to help students succeed and ensuring students understand and can exercise their rights within the university community. Story by Andrea Merezko Photo courtesy of Cal Poly Humboldt Marketing and Communications For the full story click the link in our bio. #ellenadornews #humboldt #humboldtcounty #CalPolyHumboldt #Accesshumboldt
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Cal Poly Humboldt le ha dado la bienvenida a Molly Springer como la nueva decana de estudiantes y presidenta de Student Success, anunció la universidad el 22 de junio. Su papel se enfoca en defensa de los estudiantes, retención, y éxito. Para Springer, venir a Humboldt es además personal.
“Originalmente hice la entrevista para la posición porque simplemente amo a Humboldt,” dijo Springer, explicando que su familia ya tiene conexiones a la universidad. Su hijo  está en su tercer año universitario estudiando música en Humboldt, mientras que su sobrina ha iniciado recientemente su primer año.
En Humboldt, Springer se encargará del éxito estudiantil y trabajará con líderes del campus en metas de retención. Sus responsabilidades incluyen programas de apoyo y servicios diseñados para ayudar a que los estudiantes tengan éxito y asegurar que sepan sus derechos y cómo expresarlos dentro de la universidad.

Ravin Craig, decana interina asociada de estudiantes, a la izquierda, y Molly Springer, decana de estudiantes, a la derecha.

Historia por Andrea Merezko
Traducido por Wayra Ayelen Klocker Gregori
Foto cortesía del Cal Poly Humboldt Marketing and Communications 

Para ver la historia completa, haga clic en el enlace de nuestra biografía.

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Cal Poly Humboldt le ha dado la bienvenida a Molly Springer como la nueva decana de estudiantes y presidenta de Student Success, anunció la universidad el 22 de junio. Su papel se enfoca en defensa de los estudiantes, retención, y éxito. Para Springer, venir a Humboldt es además personal. “Originalmente hice la entrevista para la posición porque simplemente amo a Humboldt,” dijo Springer, explicando que su familia ya tiene conexiones a la universidad. Su hijo  está en su tercer año universitario estudiando música en Humboldt, mientras que su sobrina ha iniciado recientemente su primer año. En Humboldt, Springer se encargará del éxito estudiantil y trabajará con líderes del campus en metas de retención. Sus responsabilidades incluyen programas de apoyo y servicios diseñados para ayudar a que los estudiantes tengan éxito y asegurar que sepan sus derechos y cómo expresarlos dentro de la universidad. Ravin Craig, decana interina asociada de estudiantes, a la izquierda, y Molly Springer, decana de estudiantes, a la derecha. Historia por Andrea Merezko Traducido por Wayra Ayelen Klocker Gregori Foto cortesía del Cal Poly Humboldt Marketing and Communications Para ver la historia completa, haga clic en el enlace de nuestra biografía. #ellenadornews #condadodehumboldt #noticiasdehumboldt #CalPolyHumboldt #accesshumboldt
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The Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) hosted the 5th annual Obon Festival on Aug. 16 in Arcata’s Creamery District. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture with food, taiko drumming and tradition.

This year is Rinban Sakamoto’s last time opening the festival before he retires as a visiting Buddhist priest from San José.

By Andrea Merezko & Julia Rants
Photos by Ocean Edgar

#hapihumboldt #humboldt #obonfestival
The Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) hosted the 5th annual Obon Festival on Aug. 16 in Arcata’s Creamery District. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture with food, taiko drumming and tradition.

This year is Rinban Sakamoto’s last time opening the festival before he retires as a visiting Buddhist priest from San José.

By Andrea Merezko & Julia Rants
Photos by Ocean Edgar

#hapihumboldt #humboldt #obonfestival
The Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) hosted the 5th annual Obon Festival on Aug. 16 in Arcata’s Creamery District. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture with food, taiko drumming and tradition.

This year is Rinban Sakamoto’s last time opening the festival before he retires as a visiting Buddhist priest from San José.

By Andrea Merezko & Julia Rants
Photos by Ocean Edgar

#hapihumboldt #humboldt #obonfestival
The Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) hosted the 5th annual Obon Festival on Aug. 16 in Arcata’s Creamery District. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture with food, taiko drumming and tradition.

This year is Rinban Sakamoto’s last time opening the festival before he retires as a visiting Buddhist priest from San José.

By Andrea Merezko & Julia Rants
Photos by Ocean Edgar

#hapihumboldt #humboldt #obonfestival
The Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) hosted the 5th annual Obon Festival on Aug. 16 in Arcata’s Creamery District. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture with food, taiko drumming and tradition.

This year is Rinban Sakamoto’s last time opening the festival before he retires as a visiting Buddhist priest from San José.

By Andrea Merezko & Julia Rants
Photos by Ocean Edgar

#hapihumboldt #humboldt #obonfestival
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The Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) hosted the 5th annual Obon Festival on Aug. 16 in Arcata’s Creamery District. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture with food, taiko drumming and tradition. This year is Rinban Sakamoto’s last time opening the festival before he retires as a visiting Buddhist priest from San José. By Andrea Merezko & Julia Rants Photos by Ocean Edgar #hapihumboldt #humboldt #obonfestival
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New CalFresh eligibility requirements came into effect regarding the Able-Bodied Without Dependents (ABAWDs) on June 1, restricting recipients between the ages 18-64 to three months of benefits within a three-year period. 

Kai Peterson, an OhSNAP! student assistant on campus, mentioned how students at Cal Poly Humboldt won’t be affected by this change since they are considered exempt.

“If you are attending a college or university halftime or more, then you have to meet one of the exemptions in the list to continue to qualify,” Peterson said.

Students interested in applying for CalFesh or recipients with questions can contact the Social Services Call Center at 1-877-410-8809.

Story by Leah Spiers
Graphic by Alex Rouanzoin

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New CalFresh eligibility requirements came into effect regarding the Able-Bodied Without Dependents (ABAWDs) on June 1, restricting recipients between the ages 18-64 to three months of benefits within a three-year period.  Kai Peterson, an OhSNAP! student assistant on campus, mentioned how students at Cal Poly Humboldt won’t be affected by this change since they are considered exempt. “If you are attending a college or university halftime or more, then you have to meet one of the exemptions in the list to continue to qualify,” Peterson said. Students interested in applying for CalFesh or recipients with questions can contact the Social Services Call Center at 1-877-410-8809. Story by Leah Spiers Graphic by Alex Rouanzoin For the full story click the link in our bio. #humboldt #humboldtcounty #CalPolyHumboldt #CPHumboldt #Accesshumboldt
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El 1 de junio entraron los nuevos requisitos de elegibilidad de CalFresh para las personas sin dependientes (ABAWDs), que limitan a los beneficiarios de entre 18 y 64 años a tres meses de beneficios en un período de tres años.

Kai Peterson, asistente estudiantil de OhSNAP! en el campus, mencionó que los estudiantes de Cal Poly Humboldt no se verán afectados por este cambio, ya que están exentos.

“Si asistes a una universidad o colegio a tiempo parcial o completo, debes cumplir con una de las exenciones de la lista para seguir siendo elegible”, explicó Peterson.

Los estudiantes interesados ​​en solicitar CalFresh o los beneficiarios con preguntas pueden comunicarse con el Centro de Atención Telefónica de Servicios Sociales al 1-877-410-8809.

Historia por Leah Spiers
Gráfica por Alex Rouanzoin

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El 1 de junio entraron los nuevos requisitos de elegibilidad de CalFresh para las personas sin dependientes (ABAWDs), que limitan a los beneficiarios de entre 18 y 64 años a tres meses de beneficios en un período de tres años. Kai Peterson, asistente estudiantil de OhSNAP! en el campus, mencionó que los estudiantes de Cal Poly Humboldt no se verán afectados por este cambio, ya que están exentos. “Si asistes a una universidad o colegio a tiempo parcial o completo, debes cumplir con una de las exenciones de la lista para seguir siendo elegible”, explicó Peterson. Los estudiantes interesados ​​en solicitar CalFresh o los beneficiarios con preguntas pueden comunicarse con el Centro de Atención Telefónica de Servicios Sociales al 1-877-410-8809. Historia por Leah Spiers Gráfica por Alex Rouanzoin #condadodehumboldt #noticiasdehumboldt #CalPolyHumboldt #CPHumboldt #Accesshumboldt
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The Umoja Center for Pan African Student Excellence at Cal Poly Humboldt is continuing its search for a new coordinator following the departure of former coordinator Alexus-Harelle Deshazier in March. Applications for the permanent position opened in May and closed Aug. 17. The university is expected to announce the new hire near the end of September, although that is still subject to change.

Jaguar Smith has served as interim coordinator since June, after being asked to step into the role in May.

By Hortencia López 
Photo provided by Jaguar Smith

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The Umoja Center for Pan African Student Excellence at Cal Poly Humboldt is continuing its search for a new coordinator following the departure of former coordinator Alexus-Harelle Deshazier in March. Applications for the permanent position opened in May and closed Aug. 17. The university is expected to announce the new hire near the end of September, although that is still subject to change. Jaguar Smith has served as interim coordinator since June, after being asked to step into the role in May. By Hortencia López Photo provided by Jaguar Smith To read the full story, click the link in our bio. #umoja #cphumboldt #elleñadornews #accesshumboldt #humbolt
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