In Honor of Kham Xiong November 13, 2009
The great nation of America is protected by brave individuals, that, by their commitment to ensure the safety of its citizens, constitution, and way of life, give their own lives in hopes that others may live and experience the American dream. For many, the names and faces of those soldiers are unknown.
On November 5th, 2009, thirteen brave men and women lost their lives while in military service to the United States. On behalf of HCSM, our sincere condolences go out to each family that was adversely affected by this tragic event. Among the victims of this horrendous crime was a local Minnesotan. His name was Kham Xiong and he was from Saint Paul.
At HCSM, our mission is a combination of three areas: advocacy of higher education; serving as a bridge for the Hmong and non Hmong population for mutual understanding; and bringing attention to issues that are of importance to the Hmong community.
Today HCSM is bringing attention to a tragic event that affects the Hmong community in Saint Paul. HCSM is making a statement in honor of our fallen soldier, a lost Xiong clan member, and fellow Hmong brother, Kham Xiong. Our belief is that as Hmong-Americans, we have the freedom to choose our life’s direction. Service to the United States military is part of our freedom as Americans, and the path of military service is one of honor.
In such an unfortunate situation for Xiong’s family, HCSM would like to acknowledge the service and dedication that Xiong gave in as an Army Private 1st Class. We only hope that through his family he will continue to be remembered as a brave and courageous solider. We write this tribute in hopes of attaching a name to the men and women that serve in the line of duty, so that their efforts to protect this nation and our freedom do not go unnoticed.
The events at Fort Hood touched very close to home. These type of tragic events strike at the heart of our foundations as a free and democratic country. It is never justifiable that one’s own son, daughter, or family member is taken away from them. The only sensible response that would deter further acts of violence is to not let those we lost pass away in vain. It is only appropriate that Xiong is remembered for who he was, and for the service he provided to this nation.
Xiong attended Community of Peace in Saint Paul MN. He is survived by his wife Shoua and their three children.
On behalf of HCSM, our wishes and thoughts go out to the Xiong family, and to the other twelve families.
Hmong College
Students of Minnesota
(signatures of all board members)
Kim Chang
Bill Vang
Hnuchee Vang
May Nhia Yang
Bee Vang
HCSM ValleyScare Event October 13, 2009
We are hosting an informal get together! Just a way to get out of
our professional zone and bond. It will be at ValleyScare and also,
this will be a great way to network and get to know other organizations from all
over Minnesota and part of WI better.
Location: Valley Fair
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009
Time: 6pm for attendance, admission at 7pm; starlight hours
Who: Leaders of the different colleges/universities organizations and anyone else
What is it for: This is an informal event for everyone to come together, network and have some fun
away from their professional side.
Tickets: Unfortunately, you will have to provide your own ticket.
RSVP: By Thursday, October 16, 2009 @ MIDNIGHT to Hnuchee Vang [vangx359@umn.edu]
HCSM Leadership Retreat 2009
HCSM planned all summer for this event!! It was very successful, thanks
to many of the colleges/universities that attended the Leadership Retreat!
Special thanks for Saint Catherine for hosting our very first event of the year.
It was a successful event!
Location: St. Kate’s
Date: Saturday, Sept 26, 2009
Time: 4-7pm
Theme: Uniting and Empowering Leaders
Who: Leaders of college student organizations
HCSM Annual Statewide Conference! March 2, 2009
HCSM has been hard at work planning for this event and as it’s still coming up, we would still love to have anyone who’s interested to come join the planning committee or even sign up to volunteer! But for now, here’s the information regarding this year’s Annual Statewide Conference! Contact us at hcsm@hcsmstudents.org!
Click here for more information about the Conference. To RSVP, click here.
For other information, regarding workshops, and biographies, you can click on the “Events” link, and check out the links posted under “HCSM Statewide Conference 2009″.
An Update on the Statewide Meeting! October 31, 2008
Hmong Minnesota Student Association (HMSA) has graciously offered to host HCSM’s annual statewide meeting this year! So gather your friends and come join us for this FREE event to help update our database, to network and meet people and if you know nothing about HCSM, to learn more about HCSM and what it can do for you!
The dress code is very simple: Come and show school pride! Dress in your school’s memorabilia and/or school colors to represent your school! The most represented school will win a bag of cookies!*
We are also very excited about the Statewide Conference in Spring 2009 and anyone who is interested in helping us plan it should also show up so they can sign up to be on the committee!
What: HCSM Annual Statewide Meeting - Potluck styled and School Pride
When: November 9th, 2008, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where:
President’s Room, Coffman Union
300 Washington Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455Who: Opened to anyone and everyone who is interested (public, students, community organizations)
For directions, click here.
On Sunday, meters around the area should be free. There are also ramps near Coffman Union you can park at. For more information, contact us!
Meet the MN Senatorial Candidates! October 23, 2008
To all college students, this Saturday Oct 25th, 2008 at the Lao Family Center will be the first ever Hmong Community Forum with invitation to the three Senate Candidates!
All members of the community are encourage to attend and learn where each candidate stands on issues most important to them! College students - this is a great opportunity to be active in your community and show your support for the Hmong community!
For more information, here’s the flier and also visit the events section.
HCSM Statewide Meeting 2008 October 22, 2008
HCSM will be holding its annual Statewide Meeting this year tentatively on November 8th or 9th - we are aiming for the 9th! The event is proposed to run from 2 pm to 6 pm. As more information comes in, we will post it on here.
We also heard what representatives had to say at our President’s Retreat and have decided to circle our theme around “Networking”. The event like all HCSM events, is opened to the public and community! For students planning to attend, we encourage you to wear your school attire, colors, whatever it takes to represent your school at the meeting!
We will also be taking this time to update membership packets, network with other schools and encourage anyone who’s interested, to join our Statewide Conference Planning Committee!
More information will be posted here. Keep checking back here or else send us an email!
President’s Retreat
This past September, HCSM hosted the annual President’s Retreat at Hamline University. The purpose was to initiate a strong network as well as look at pertinent issues among incoming 2008-2009 school presidents/chairs/representatives of surrounding colleges and universities in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
And of course the theme was “Fine Dining”. The evening opened up with introductions and icebreakers then we broke off into two groups to discuss which issues were important to this year’s group of representatives. We then branched out into talking about what each school organization had planned for this school year and what HCSM can do to help.
For those who couldn’t make it, we still encourage you to keep HCSM up to date on what’s happening at your school. Send us an e-mail with events that will be happening and come to our Statewide Meeting!
March Event: Perception of Sex in the Hmong Community March 1, 2008
Like many ideas and concepts, sex is undeniably affected by many things whether they be biological, physiological, religious or cultural factors. It is not surprising then that much of what we as individuals may believe or know about sex comes from our cultural and/or religious/spiritual backgrounds.
HCSM invites you to come and join us for open conversations and activities that hope to explore the perception of sex in the Hmong community. The Hmong American Student Association (HASA) of Winona State University has graciously offered to host this event.
Come with an open mind to offer your own ideas, learn, be challenged, and have fun!
What: Perception of Sex in the Hmong Community
When: MARCH 8TH from 12 pm to 3 pm
Where: Winona State University, Purple Room #106, Kryzsko Commons
*Lunch will be provided
Questions? Contact us at hcsm.students@gmail.com. For a copy of the flier, click here.
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To get to Winona State University, from Minneapolis-St. Paul:
Follow Highway 61 South into Winona. Proceed to the 5th stoplight. Take a left turn on to Huff St. (you will see a sign that says Winona State University.) Follow Huff St. to the next stoplight and take a right onto Sarnia St. Go three blocks to a 4-way stop and take a left onto Main St. Go 2 blocks to Mark (11th) St and take a left onto Mark. The entrance to the Purple parking lot is on the right.*
For directions from elsewhere, click here.
If you have issues with transportation, let us know! Car pooling is highly encouraged.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
HCSM January Bi-monthly Digest January 16, 2008
Dear HCSM Members,
Happy New Year! We hope the beginning of the New Year went well for you all! Let’s start it off right with some upcoming fun activities and events. HCSM would like to inform all its members that there will be no conference this spring. This decision was voted on by all Executive and Advisory board members. This year we want to focus more on smaller, more consistent activities. We look forward to the conference in upcoming years. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause members. Please contact the board members with any questions or concerns. Also, please keep an eye and ear open for our first event this January! More information will be sent out soon! Thank you for your understanding, cooperation and continuous participation.
Table of Contents
I. PUBLIC POLICY PROJECT/LISC CHANGE THE FACE of HOUSING, LEADERSHIP TRAINING
II. SAVE THE HMONG : A BENEFIT NIGHT
III. COME WHAT MAY: VALENTINE’S DANCE
IV. EAST METRO FLU CLINIC
V. DAB NEEG: OLD STORIES in a NEW LIGHT PRESENTS: STIR FRIED POP CULTURE
VI. BE A TUTOR AT CLEVELAND JR. HIGH
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I. Public Policy Project/LISC Change the Face of Housing, housing policy leadership training
The next 16 week Public Policy Project/LISC Change the Face of Housing, housing policy leadership training will be held at the beautiful Minneapolis Urban League office on the corner of Plymouth and Penn Avenues in North Minneapolis and starts on Tuesday February 12 at 6:00 pm. We (The Public Policy Project) are excited about the opportunity to partner with the Minneapolis Urban League to provide training for individuals who want to help address housing policies that impact the poor and communities of color.
Space is limited to 20 people and is filling up fast, so early registration is encouraged. The deadline for registrations is Tuesday February 5. If you have any questions please feel free to contact James Trice at 612-722-1677.
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II. SAVE THE HMONG : A BENEFIT NIGHT
Hmong Human Rights 2nd Annual Benefit Night
Saturday, January 26, 2008
5 – 9 PM
Lowell Center
610 Langdon Street
Madision, WI
With the ongoing atrocities against the Hmong in Laos, and the apprehension over the forced repatriation of Hmong refugees in Thailand, The Hmong Human Rights Committee at the University of Madison-Wisconsin is proud to present Save the Hmong: A Benefit Night.
The purpose of this benefit is to enlighten society about these issues in hope of bringing peace and justice to the Hmong in Laos and Thailand. Unfortunately since these issues lack public awareness, we want to draw as much public attention as possible to these critical situations. Let it be known that if no one can hear their cries for help, we as a unified Hmong community through our activism can be their voice.
The funds we receive this night will be donated to non-profit organizations that directly aid in the fight for Hmong human rights such as Doctors Without Borders. Although this night will be brief, our passion for the cause is undying. Thus, we know that the night will be a greater success with your contribution. We greatly hope that you all can attend this event.
PERFORMANCES BY :
HASA dance team, Ghetto Jukers, Hlee Lor, Nora Xiong, Elvis from RARE, Donny Xiong, Meng Xiong, Ba Lee, MeeKkay Her, Lue Vang, Pagnia Xiong, Lor Chang, UWSP dance group, Crystal Lee, Ab Yang, and Yajceeb’s qeej players
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III. COME WHAT MAY Valentine’s Dance
UW- La Crosse HOPE
Saturday , February 2, 2008
6:30 – 11:50 PM
Valhalla on UW La Crosse Campus
La Crosse, WI
Must bring valid student id to enter
High school and up only
NO JEANS: it will be formal attire only
FEATURES:
DJ, concert, roses for sale and dedications
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IV. EAST METRO FLU CLINIC SCHEDULED FOR WED, JAN. 16, 2008
The Dakota, Saint Paul -Ramsey and Washington County Public Health Departments will jointly offer a free influenza (flu) immunization clinic on Wednesday, January 16,2008.
The clinic is scheduled from 4 to 7 PM. The clinic will be held at the Neighborhood House, on the West
Side of Saint Paul at 179 Robie Street East St. Paul, MN 55107. Language interpreters will be on site for Spanish, Hmong and Oromo languages.
Neighborhood House is accessible by Metro Transit bus line Route # 71.
There will be a free parking at the Neighborhood House.
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses.
Flu can cause mild to severe illness and, at times, lead to death. The
best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu shot. In addition, the
spread of influenza viruses can be prevented by handwashing, covering
your cough and staying home when ill.
For more about the January 16th Flu Clinic call: 651-266-2455
For additional information on the flu:
http://www.co.ramsey.mn.us/oh
http://www.mdhflu.com
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V. Dab Neeg: Old Stories in a New Light PRESENTS: Stir Fried Pop Culture by May Lee Yang
Dawning Theatre: It’s funny. It’s clever. It’s the Hmong American Experience.
Mounds Theatre
1029 Hudson Road, St. Paul
January 11 & 12 @ 8pm
January 13 @ 4 pm
$7 Adults, $5 Students/ Seniors
Contact Kannone (Vang) Lee for more information
kannone.vang@gmail.com
651-334-8808
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VI. Be a Tutor at Cleveland Jr. High!
Job Duties:
- Tutor Jr. High School students (Grades 7 & 
one-on-one or in a small group in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, language arts, and other subject matter based on student needs.
- Work cooperatively with teachers and volunteer coordinator.
- Maintain accurate records of activities with students.
- Attend Orientation/Tutor Training session conducted by Volunteer Coordinator.
- Provide students with encouragement and support in order to improve students’ self-confidence and love for learning.
Qualifications:
No experience in teaching or tutoring necessary! Training is provided!
- Interested in working with junior high school students from diverse cultures.
- Must have a commitment to enhancing and supporting the education of a child.
- Responsible and self-directed.
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willing to learn methods of effective tutoring.
Job Responsibilities:
- Tutors will commit to volunteer at least one hour each week.
- Tutors must attend the following:
- Initial training/orientation at the school
- Ongoing training that supports the program
- Evaluation of program at the end of the term
- Tutors commit to volunteer for at least one trimester and are encouraged to stay longer if possible.
- Consistent, ongoing support is necessary for both students and teachers with whom we work.
- Tutors must provide their own transportation.
Hours:
Classroom assistance and tutoring during the school day: 8:10 - 2:40, MON-FRI
After school tutoring and assisting in After School Clubs: 2:45 - 4:45, MON-THUR
** Tutors will arrange hours during the school day or after school program with the Volunteer Coordinator.**
INTERESTED???
PLEASE CONTACT:
Catherine Neuner, Volunteer Coordinator
Cleveland Junior High School
1000 Walsh Street
St. Paul, MN 55106
651.293.8880 (x1311)
Catherine.Neuner@spps.org
OR APPLY ONLINE: http://www.spps.org/volunteer.html
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