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v'e read quite a bit recently about how COVID has affected people at different positions in life. One story in particuluar that had me thinking about it for days afterwards was about a woman who ran a restaurant and had six children. Her husband was overseas for work and was unable to return to his family for a number of weeks because of the border shutdowns. The woman's restaurant had to close and the woman was left alone with the six children trying to figure out how to put food on the table for all of them, while at the same time homeschooling them!

The amazing thing is, with the help of her community and insanely hard work, she made it through. She catered for first responders, sold baked goods, and came through the other side realizing that she was stronger than she ever had given herself credit.

I am inspired. I am fortunate that I have not had near the stresses she had because of this pandemic, and I am grateful for that every day. But knowing that people are supporting each other in a time of need restores my faith in humanity.

I know this pandemic has been harder for some than others, and it seems we're not quite back to normal, but relying on each other, and understanding we are stronger than we might think, could just help us make it a bit easier until we are.

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Table of Contents

Tips for Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

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Working for the Federal Government Identifying and Developing Latent Diversity in Policing

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Helping Service Members and Spouses Land Post-Military Careers Page 11

The Role of a Human Factors Engineer Page 12 Measuring Effectiveness of Diversity Efforts Important Qualities Employers Look for in a New Hire

Green Collar Jobs Are America's Future

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Career Advice for Women Who Want A Career in Finance

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What to Expect When You Return to the Office

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NURSES: Working as a Team with Certified Nursing Assistants

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One Nurse Fighting Racial Disparities

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Choosing Education is Fulfilling

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Tips for Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

ispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15 each year, and that timing is significant: September 15 is the anniversary of independence for the Latin American countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and 18, respectively, and Columbus Day (Dia de la Raza, or Day of the Race, a holiday in many Latin American countries) falls on Oct. 12.

It’s set aside as a time for Americans to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of the people of Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America and South America. Initially established as a one-week celebration in 1968 un-

der President Lyndon Johnson, President Ronald Reagan expanded it to a month in 1988, to acknowledge the growing Hispanic population in our country.

A population growing by leaps and bounds each year. According to the U.S. Census in 2010, 50.5 million people in the U.S. (16 percent of the population)

identified as Hispanic or Latino, making it the largest ethnic minority in the nation. By 2013, that number had already jumped to 54 million Americans.

So, this year, why not try recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month by partaking in Hispanic traditions and honoring the many ways in which Hispanics have enriched our lives? If you’re not sure where to start, never fear. Here’s a list of eight suggestions for how to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

1. Honor Hispanic People It would be impossible to list all the contributions made by Hispanic people to American life. But there’s no celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month without paying tribute to a few.

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Working for the Federal Government

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he U.S. government needs a lot of workers to provide its many services. Federal workers carry out key government functions. For example, federal workers ensure food safety, investigate criminal activity, provide emergency care, and develop science and technology. Their work affects millions of people.

As you might expect from an organization with so many important functions, the federal government offers a variety of careers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 2 million federal civilian workers were employed in 350 different occupations. Whatever your interests or skills, there is likely a federal job that suits you.

Federal Housing Administration (Department of Housing and Urban Development), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Department of Health and Human Services).

Who works for the federal government?

According to data from the BLS Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) survey, the federal government employed just over The U.S. government oversees the 50 states, the 2 million civilian workers in May 2013. That’s about 1.5 percent of District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. The federal the nearly 133 million workers BLS counted in all industries in the government is divided into three branches: legislative, United States.

But total federal judicial, and executive. employment varies, These three branches Federal workers choose government employment depending on which comprise departments workers are countand agencies that are for many reasons; some of these are job security ed. For example, the responsible for specific OES total includes and the opportunity to serve the public. government functions. only federal execuLegislative. The legistive branch workers. lative branch makes laws and levies taxes to fund the federal government’s Data in this article are from the Office of Personnel Manageservices. This branch includes Congress, which consists of ment (OPM) and include full-time, permanent, non-postal civilian the Senate and the House of Representatives. It also includes workers from all branches, for a total of 1.8 million. (Federal agencies that support Congress, such as the Capitol Police, contractors are not directly employed by the government and are the Government Accountability Office, and the Library of not included in these totals.)

OPM data show that the federal workforce is diverse, and the Congress.

Judicial. The judicial branch interprets the meaning demographics are similar to that of the overall labor force. In 2018, of laws and how they are applied. It is made up of the men slightly outnumbered women, for example. More than oneSupreme Court of the United States; lower courts, such as third of federal employees were minorities, with Blacks making up Courts of Appeals; special courts, including the Tax Court; the largest portion (18 percent) of these minority workers. And and support organizations, such as the Federal Judiciary nearly 9 percent of federal workers have a disability.

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Executive. The executive branch enforces laws. This REWARDS AND CHALLENGES Federal workers choose government employment for many branch includes the President; the 15 executive departments, including the Departments of Defense, Labor, and reasons; some of these are job security and the opportunity to State; and related agencies within the departments. It also serve the public. But, like any job, federal work has rewards and includes independent agencies, such as the Environmental challenges.

Protection Agency; boards and committees, such as the National Park Foundation; and quasi-official agencies, Rewards One of the biggest draws of federal work is the chance to make such as the Smithsonian Institution.

Most federal agencies are part of the executive a positive difference, which workers say is a source of pride. Satbranch. Examples of agencies in this branch are the Census isfaction often comes from knowing that they are helping and Bureau (which is part of the Department of Commerce), the serving people in their roles as public employees.

What is the federal government?

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Despite the challenges, some

federal workers feel the rewards of working for the public are

worth whatever sacrifices they

make to forego the private sector.

Another appeal to working for the government is job security.

Many federal services—including national security, emergency response, and air traffic control—are essential and ongoing.

For this reason, federal workers may feel they have greater job stability than private-sector employees.

The federal government also offers benefits such as lowcost life insurance and paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing on the first day of work. Some agencies allow flexible work arrangements, such as alternative schedules. And, when funding is available, agencies may pay for workers to get additional education, such as a professional certificate or graduate degree.

commonly cited challenge: the complexity of the hiring process. Some people find the job descriptions and application procedures confusing, for example. And workers with technical skills often feel their career options are limited.

Similar to many other organizations, federal agencies don’t control their own budgets. Spending is set by the President and Congress for the government as a whole. Uncertain budgeting makes long-term planning difficult and may negatively affect worker morale. An agency’s ability to maintain or improve their operations, such as through updating equipment and supporting innovation, depends on the funding it receives.

Despite the challenges, some federal workers feel the rewards of working for the public are worth whatever sacrifices Challenges they make to forego the private sector. Do you think you're For many workers, the biggest challenge of federal work ready to join the federal workforce? Check Career Outlook for is its bureaucracy: the sheer size of the federal government tips on how to get a federal job. makes it difficult for agencies to act independently.

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Identifying and Developing Latent Diversity in Policing

by Jeremiah Johnson

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latent, not readily he present cri“Law enforcement agencies should strive to create a apparent to the sis in policing naked eye. has gathered the workforce that contains a broad range of diversity The uniform that winds of reform, genincluding race, gender, language, life experience, and I wear is blue and erating important conthe vocation that versations about what cultural background to improve understanding and it represents is policing should look historically bluelike in the 21st century. effectiveness dealing with all communities”. collar. Most poA clear consensus is lice officers hail often hard to achieve from working class experience, and cultural background given the constituencies involved, yet to improve understanding and effec- backgrounds and tend to lean right pothere is almost universal agreement tiveness dealing with all communities”. litically (I am guilty on both counts). Neithat our profession can begin to turn This expanded view is helpful, yet the ther trait is patently visible, yet both inthe ship around through improved hir- benefits of a diverse police force extend fluence the way in which I see the world. ing practices. This avenue of reform beyond community engagement in ways My perspective has value, but in no way is typically framed within the context that can advance law enforcement orga- is it superlative. Other viewpoints and personal experiences are historically unof racial and ethnic diversity, the ideal nizations and the field of policing itself.

Every workplace has an organiza- derrepresented or altogether absent in being that a police agency should reflect the face of the community. This tional culture, but the policing variety is policing circles. We need these voices is indeed an important end that can particularly potent. Police recruits are to join our high calling.

How can police organizations acquire enhance police legitimacy. The call ushered into a culture imbued with trato increase the number of women in dition, ceremony, and strong normative latent forms of diversity? Educational policing is less pronounced, but no expectations. It is in this environment prerequisites are a good starting point, where tepid world views quickly meld in although this is hardly a new idea. Nearless important. In fact, increasing fely every blue ribbon panel convened to conformity to the noble cause. male representation is arguably one of Our common culture unites us in im- study policing in the last 85 years has the most effective ways to reduce the portant ways while simultaneously con- stressed the importance of officer edurate of extralegal force. We would be straining our profession from advance- cation. Cops will debate the relative remiss, however, to straighten our rud- ment. As the Task Force on 21st Century importance of book smarts vs. street der upon reaching some semblance of Policing astutely noted, “Organizational smarts ad nauseam (to thrive, officers diversity on these fronts alone. culture eats policy for lunch”. Our in- need both). Besides behavioral corolTo their credit, the President’s Task transigence towards reform is partially laries like higher performance and lower Force on 21st Century Policing adopted rooted in a lack of diversity. Innovation rates of misconduct, education confers a broader conceptualization of diversity, does not flow from insular echo cham- knowledge and new ways of thinking opining that “Law enforcement agen- bers. Policing needs diversity, yet di- upon the learner. To capitalize on these cies should strive to create a workforce versity of experience and thought are benefits, police organizations should that contains a broad range of diversity often overlooked and under appreciated. encourage officers of all ranks to pursue including race, gender, language, life Perhaps it is because these qualities are higher learning. This can be achieved by

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subsidizing tuition or even incentivizing the promotional process in ways that recognize the value of education.

It is worth considering what course of study, if any, should be given preference when it comes to hiring and promotion. The vast body of criminal justice research produced over the last four decades has been a boon for policing and familiarity with this literature is invaluable. However, candidates with seemingly unrelated degrees should be given due consideration. American policing is quickly becoming a catchall for a host of social ills which may or may not have a clear nexus to crime. In this context even a classic liberal arts curriculum with its emphasis on critical thinking and moral reasoning has value.

Perhaps what officers study is less important than who they study with. When police officers pursue higher education, they often do so alongside a diverse population of students and instructors who subscribe to dissimilar views. Exposure to the free exchange of ideas promotes personal growth and also provides a unique opportunity for officers to

function as de facto ambassadors, representing their agencies and the policing profession. One of my graduate school professors disclosed that, were I not in his class, he would have to “invent” me in spirit to balance out classroom discussions on law and public policy.

Education is by no means the only source of latent diversity. Policing is often described as a calling, but sometimes the vocational call comes later in life. Employment experience outside of policing or another closely aligned field should not be discounted. I have military service and security work on my resume, but also spent two years teaching at a private school for students with dyslexia. Candidates from non-traditional fields have skills that are unexpectedly translatable. They are further advantaged by their ability to draw from alternative frames of reference and engage in innovative problem solving.

Other personal experiences not commonly captured on a resume also have value. Living abroad, engaging in volunteer work, and even pursuing spiritual growth are all inwardly transformative

September 2021 activities. Such undertakings can foster empathy and awareness in ways that help us begin to see across the chasms of race, class, culture, and systems of belief in America.

Expanding diversity in policing, latent or otherwise, is not an easy task. There are a variety of hurdles to overcome in the hiring process including homophily (the tendency to favor candidates that resemble those doing the hiring) and self-selection (candidates who pursue or avoid certain professions that may be typecast in various ways). Despite the challenges, policing needs to abandon its tradition of self-limiting homogeneity. Identifying and developing diversity of thought and experience can bolster the organization’s capacity for problem solving and prime the pump for innovations that will lead our profession well into the 21st century.

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Jeremiah Johnson is patrol sergeant serving with the Darien Police Department in Connecticut. During his 14 year law enforcement career, Jeremiah has worked as a patrol officer, field training officer, accreditation manager, patrol sergeant, detective sergeant, and acting lieutenant. He holds a BA in Sociology from Geneva College, an MS in Justice Administration from Western Connecticut State University, an MA in Criminal Justice from John Jay College, and a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from the City University of New York Graduate Center.

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Helping Service Members and Spouses Land Post-Military Careers

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avigating the job market is tricky for any job seeker. For transitioning U.S. service members and military spouses, finding one’s professional footing can be even more challenging.

According to U.S. Government sources including the Department of Veterans Affairs, an estimated 200,000-plus service members transition from the military to civilian life each year. Currently, 650,000plus military spouses are in a state of transition. To improve their career prospects, advocates stress the importance of mentorship.

“Military life teaches discipline, strong work ethic, teamwork, communication skills and adaptability – all of which are highly valued by employers,” says Christopher Plamp, senior vice president of operations, programs and entertainment at the United Service Organizations (USO). “This employment shortfall is not a

reflection of a lack of talent, skill or drive. It’s largely a matter of connecting the military community with civilian job opportunities.”

As part of its mission to strengthen America’s military service members, the nonprofit USO recently partnered with Veterati, a digital mentorship platform for the military community, to launch the USO Mentorship offering. In a rapidly changing world where 80% of new jobs come from a personal connection, this resource is networking transitioning service members and military spouses with volunteer mentors in their industry of interest.

These mentors are successful professionals who provide critical career guidance on interviewing skills, career paths, personal branding and building a professional network.

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The Role of a Human Factors Engineer An interview with Sam Curtis by Ryan Ferrell

First, broadly describe your work.

More specifically, what do you do?

The company I work for designs and manufactures robotic products that are used for minimally invasive surgery. Because we work on medical devices, we have to prove to the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) that our devices are safe and effective.

One of the ways we do this is by detecting possible errors a person could make while using the device, and then trying to reduce the likelihood of that error occurring through various solutions. This is called user-error identification and risk mitigation.

My job is to improve the user experience and reduce the likelihood of harm to the patient and our users. The FDA-recognized term for my job is human factors engineer (HFE). But I could also be called a user researcher or human-centered design engineer.

As a human factors engineer at a medical device company, I have to be a subject matter expert on people, their environment, and the technology at use in that environment.

What my job boils down to is identifying potential errors that a person could make while using our technology to perform surgery. I consider all the ways a nurse or surgeon could misinterpret using our products and how harm could come to a user or patient as a result. We do this primarily through user testing, which involves bringing in participants (surgeons and nurses) in order to get feedback.

For example, during a usability study I might observe the study participants misinterpreting a control, such as a button.

Any place where people interact with technology, you can apply human factors engineering.

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If so, I would identify what they thought that button did and what we could do to avoid the error. Designers use this feedback to create the product in such a way that someone won’t make that mistake.

create a testing protocol, which includes the questions and tasks that a participant will complete when they come in for testing. We have a limited amount of time with participants, and we need to maximize our time with them.

Where else do human factors engineers work?

If people look confused, or if there’s a difference between what they say and what they do, you need to recognize that and be able to ask about it.

What are some of your other responsibilities?

I work with stakeholders from different teams to identify areas that require additional user feedback, write questions to ask users, and work on testing scenarios. To prepare for user testing, I

Aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, agriculture, and software companies are some of the other employers of HFEs. Any place where people interact with technology, you can apply human factors engineering.

Tell me about your career path.

I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in human factors psychology. After receiving my master’s degree, I worked at a small consulting company as a user researcher in automotive, medical devices, consumer products, and online retail. I was there for about 2½ years and got a ton of varied experience.

After that, I went to a technology company. I worked as a user researcher on an

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automotive product aimed at reducing driver distraction. After about 8 months there, I started working at my current company.

Why are people drawn to this occupation?

One thing I always hear is that people are interested in technology and in helping people, and that resonates with me.

We’re talking about complex technology, complex environments, and complex people, so there are a lot of factors we have to take into account.

Considering those different elements all together is a really fun and interesting challenge for me. It keeps me engaged with my work.

What qualities or skills do people need in this occupation?

You should be empathetic; you have to understand things from a user’s perspective. And especially when doing user interviews, you need critical-thinking skills.

Someone will do something you hadn’t thought of, and you need to process that and follow up without making them

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equal opportunity employment journal Find an educational program in human factors design. It’s very rewarding work, and you can have a big impact on people’s lives.

shut down because they feel like they did the wrong thing.

Communication skills: You need to know how to ask questions.

If people look confused, or if there’s a difference between what they say and what they do, you need to recognize that and be able to ask about it. You also need to listen to what participants are saying and read between the lines of what someone is not saying. And you need to be able to write a report that isn’t too technical but meets the needs of different audiences, from an executive to an engineer, and to explain findings from a study to other teams.

What’s the most challenging part of your work?

The most challenging thing is creating a product that people like to use. You’re constantly making trade-offs when creating a design, and part of the challenge is in knowing which trade-offs to make.

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What do you like best about being a human factors engineer?

I’m really passionate about our company’s mission, which is to help surgeons who are helping patients. Everyone I work with is motivated to put out the best product.

I get to talk with surgical teams, which I enjoy tremendously.

Surgeons and people in the medical industry are fascinating, and I respect what they do. I get to observe surgeries, which is also fascinating and not something that everyone gets to do.

Any advice for aspiring human factors engineers?

Read about the history of this area of psychology. This field goes back to World War II when specialists were working on cockpit designs, such as how someone could fit in the cockpit and reach all the controls.

Find an educational program in human factors design.

It’s very rewarding work, and you can have a big impact on people’s lives.

Finally, remain coachable and have an appetite for learning.

Talk about your future career plans.

I’d like to learn how to manage people and projects. My company is good at identifying a person’s strengths and finding out how to make them stronger. I want to continue to expand my skills and become an expert on human factors within the medical device field—to lean into my strengths.

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Measuring Effectiveness of Diversity Efforts

by Tracy Brown

The Question A client recently asked me, “How have other companies measured the effectiveness of their diversity efforts? This question comes up frequently and I wondered what you have seen in your work as approaches that worked. Any insight you have to share would be appreciated.”

Current Trends The question made me think about current practices and trends related to metrics within diversity strategies. Some of my thoughts are included below.

The majority of companies are still primarily using AA/EEO type data and measuring recruitment and retention figures for employees in the protected identity groups. This is not a bad thing . . . but it doesn't speak to the broader issues (or identity groups) included in the definition of diversity.

There is a growing trend to utilize data related to employee

perceptions reported in their annual or biannual employee audit/ survey. If the company has included specific questions that relate to the environment, the culture and/or managerial fairness this can be helpful. It's even more helpful if the data is sorted by ethnicity, gender and/or age (although many organizations don't sort their survey data because their attorneys have told them it will create a liability if they are ever involved in a discrimination suit) Almost all of the initiatives that connect compensation to diversity-related results are tied into the recruitment/retention numbers. But a few are linked to new business development results and/or increases in supplier diversity. (Note: these are still focused on the identity groups targeted in EEO because that is the data that is available.) And a tiny number of organizations are linking bonus pay with incremental improvement in employee survey or customer survey scores.

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As Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers, the office furniture companies of HNI Corporation support equal opportunities for and advancement of all people based on their qualifications and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

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Important Qualities Employers Look For In a New Hire

here are certain qualities that every employer wants to see in a potential job candidate. As a job seeker, it's your responsibility to understand what these qualities are and to add them to your skill set, as well as convey these qualities to your interviewer in a way that is genuine. Here are a few of the most sought-after qualities that employers are looking for today.

An Understanding of Business Organizational structures within many companies today are more inclusive of the opinions of non-managers than ever before. This means that employers

are looking for people who have a knowledge of the business they work for that extends beyond their current job description. Before going into an interview, learn as much as possible about the business you're trying to work for. You can use this knowledge to better answer questions regarding how you could be an asset to the business as a whole.

Go into each of your job interviews prepared with detailed examples of how you've had to face problems in the past and come up with solutions that work to solve them.

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The employee work environment is fast-paced, challenging and offers opportunities for personal growth and career advancement. TBI employees are focused on the collective vision of providing quality products and services through innovation.

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understand it and then use it to make decisions that will benefit your employer. As technology inevitably advances, and as a result, the gathering of all types of data increases, your data analytics skills will be highly valuable to the employers you want to work for.

Eager To Learn The various technologies used by the business you want to work for are evolving all the time. These changes require skilled workers who can adapt quickly and learn how to utilize new technologies in order to improve current practices.

By showing an eagerness to learn and be trained on new technologies, you can dramatically increase your value in the eyes of potential employers.

Creative Problem Solving No matter how efficient a business is, problems will still arise from time to time. Because of this, people with proven problem-solving skills see better results in today's job market. Go into each of your job interviews prepared with detailed examples of how you've had to face problems in the past and come up with solutions that work to solve them.

These are just a few of the most important qualities that employers look for in a new hire. By understanding data analytics, showing an eagerness to learn, being a proven problem solver and having a deep understanding of modern business practices, you'll give yourself the best possible chance of getting the job of your dreams.

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Green Collar Jobs Are America’s Future

By S.A. Alexander

ach day, scientists, engineers, politicians, corporate entities and the general public are awakening to a higher awareness of the need for sustainable energy.

What used to be viewed as far fetched has suddenly become a new wave of career hope for future generations. As the witnessing of climate change and the exhaustion of world oil reserves calls for drastic new measures, new “green collar jobs” are being created to accommodate this need.

There are now more than 140 different countries who are dedicated to mitigating climate change and who are seeking new ways in which to move beyond the dependence on fossil fuels to a future of renewable energy supply systems. This has accelerated the demand for skilled workers in the sustainable energy industry, and has lead to a specific platform that further supports an increasing number of future green energy jobs.

In 2006, sustainable energy and energy saving technologies generated 8.5 million new jobs, almost $970 in revenue and over $100 billion in profits. Insufficient skills and training are attributed as being the major barriers to a speedier adoption of these resources. Jobs are waiting, and with the right training, they can lead to lifetime careers that will serve to strengthen the middle class and provide roads out of poverty. Green collar jobs

Smarter Energy for a Cleaner Future.

tend to be local and can make urban and rural communities stronger.

They can help protect the health of humankind and that of the planet.

The jobs that deal with marine operations are such positions as sea bed leasing, marine ecology, offshore logistics, off shore technologies and mooring systems. All of these career areas have to do with harnessing tidal energy, a promising source of green energy that is rapidly developing.

Turbine creation and installation for wind power creates jobs for engineers, metal workers, lawyers, designers and those who are involved with the marketing, distribution and education of the public about their implementation. The same holds true for the new types of green energy generators. Patent writing, CAD modeling, control systems and prototype testing are all springboards for new job creation.

Different areas of green business development call for welltrained specialists. Fortunately colleges and universities across the United States are adding sustainable energy courses and programs to their curricula. Project management positions are opening and international sales forces are calling for help to make manufactured sustainable energy products available on a global level. CEOs and senior finance leaders are needed to oversee operations of green energy manufacturing products and services.

The area of solar energy is already taking root across the world and is creating new jobs each day.

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The area of solar energy is already taking root across the world and is creating new jobs each day. Solar manufacturing companies are expanding and are hiring new workers. Design and development of solar powered vehicles is an ongoing quest. The development of more energy efficient aircraft, buildings and whole communities calls for skilled workers for long-term career possibilities. Human resources departments, public relations workers and communications marketing experts are all needed to keep the solar industry on track and thriving. Designers and builders of solar towers are in increasing demand. The development and sales of solar cooking technology is rapidly growing.

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Career Advice for Women Who Want A Career in Finance, From Women in Finance

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“One piece of advice for women looking to find success in finance would be: just do it."

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ne of the more exciting developments in recent years has no doubt been the emergence of women driven towards financial independence, and this drive extends far beyond small home-based businesses or SMEs. But even as more women are entering the field, there is a strange paradox that occurs. According to The World Economic Forum who released a report on “The Global Gender Pay Gap”, as career levels rise – female representation declines. Now there are all sorts of reasons for this, but don’t let that stop you. Women are ideally suited to careers in finance where there has traditionally been a lack of emotional intelligence and empathy in a field that reaches and impacts the lives of so many.

But as challenging as this field can be for women, take a look at this article from Barron’s and draw inspiration from 100 globally inspired women that are completely changing the face of the financial services landscape – and doing so with guts and purpose.

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From global finance and hedge-fund management, risk advisory services and trading in CFDs, women are breaking new, global ground and changing the world as we know it.

Here are some tips on how to succeed in finance.

#1 – On Preparation Clare Woodman, C.E.O of Morgan Stanley – “Rather than strive for perfection, you’ll be much better off striving to be as prepared as you can be.”

#2 – On Effective Leadership Alexandra Taussig, Senior Vice President of Lifetime Client Engagement, Fidelity Investments: “I think effective leadership — regardless of the industry — is taking the time to really get to know and relate to people on a personal level. You need to learn what makes them tick, what motivates them, what they value and what their life is like outside of the office. The more you connect and understand the people you work with, the better you’ll be able to communicate, collaborate and motivate them to drive towards your goals.

#3 – On overcoming obstacles Rebecca Glasmann Co-head of diversity and inclusion Russell Reynolds Associates: “I returned from my third (and final) maternity leave in September 2008 and had to reignite my career in an imploding financial services sector. I kept calm, surveyed the landscape and drew on long-standing relationships. As a result, I had my busiest year ever, helping to build restructuring teams.”

If you want to make an impact that will provide a foundation of success for everyone you serve — your family and your community — this career is for you.”

#4 – On advice for women wanting to enter a career in finance Vickie Wicks, Principal and Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Investments: “One piece of advice for women looking to find success in finance would be: just do it. If you want to make an impact that will provide a foundation of success for everyone you serve — your family and your community — this career is for you.”

#5 – On “emotional women” Jennifer Bacarella, and Director of Firm Development, Sigma Financial Corporation: “I have been told I am emotional, but I like to say I am passionate. I think having emotion is something that can be used against us, but emotion is what drives me. How I feel, how I make others feel…that is how I define myself.”

Preparation is king, always. You may be nervous in interviews or not always sure about what to wear, but this is not that time. The world has never been more ready for strong female leadership. A common theme that you’ll hear discussed when making changes in your life and embarking on a new career are questions and concerns about timing when the fact of the matter is this: There has never been a better time than right now.

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What to Expect When You Return to the Office

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life returns to normal, many companies and organizations are heading back to the office using a hybrid model or are beginning to talk about doing so.

Under these plans, employees split their time between working in-person and working from anywhere, and if your employer has announced this will be happening soon, you may be feeling apprehensive about the transition. Here are a few things to expect: • Flexible workspaces: With fewer employees coming to work in-person at any given time, your company may reduce the size of the physical office as a cost-saving measure. Whereas you may have previously been assigned a personal workstation, you may now find your company “hot-desking,” in which workstations are shared and used by different employees at different times.

• New tech tools: Employees can expect to see new tech tools enter the picture, according to experts.

“Tools that provide business leaders

with insights, not oversight, and build out on the tools your company already uses, are going to smooth out communication, collaboration and workflow issues during the transition,” says Michele Havner, director of marketing at Eturi, the maker of Motiv, an app for small- and mid-sized businesses.

In the case of Motiv, a mobile dashboard that delivers important productivity metrics to CEOs, managers and leaders, the tech integrates with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365. Because team leaders are provided with information like conference call activity and email summaries, they are able to more effectively manage their hybrid workforce. Available through the iOS App Store and Google Play Store, you can learn more by visiting motivapp.com.

• Watercooler talk: Some people will return to the office ready to pick up right where they left off, scheduling lunches, coffees and happy hours with their colleagues, whom they consider friends. For

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others, the in-person socialization that was once a staple of office life may take longer to adjust to. Know that everyone will have their own feelings about returning to the office and try to be empathetic to others, wherever they stand on the issue.

• Additional change: As your employer learns what is and isn’t working with the new hybrid model, they may make additional adjustments in the weeks and months ahead. Whether it’s introducing a new rule that all staff members be in the office every Monday, or the addition of a weekly team meeting every Wednesday morning, being prepared for such potential changes can help you avoid being thrown off guard down the line.

After over a year of working from home, the prospect of returning to the office can be exciting, nerve-wracking or both. Knowing how and why things may look different from pre-pandemic office life can help you prepare for the new, new normal.

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The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia offers its employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and a work environment conducive to career advancement and personal development.

We seek individuals who will support the Bank’s high standards for quality, integrity, and premier customer service.

View and apply online for current opportunities www.philadelphiafed.org/careers The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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It is never appropriate to look down on a nurse assistant. Despite your education as an RN, you may not have the same level of patient care experience as a nurse assistant. Even if you are an experienced RN moving to a new area, the nursing assistant will be able to help you adjust to caring for that particular patient population. Make it a habit to ask questions and seek the input of the CNA, empowering them to teach you.

This will establish a strong foundation for your professional relationship and make everyone feel valued.

2. Always Ask, Never Demand I think it is worth stating again: the nursing assistant does not work for the nurse. Ask politely for help: "Do you mind helping Mr. Thomas to the bathroom?" Please don't ever ask a CNA to do a task for you when you are sitting at the desk on your phone. It makes you appear lazy, and they will be less "Nurse Teams" continued on page 32

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How One Nurse Anesthetist Is Working to Fight Racial Disparities in Healthcare

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an African American and a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA), Dr. Edwin Aroke has always been committed to equitable care for racial and ethnic minority patients. However, following years of providing anesthesia care in hospitals and teaching student registered nurse anesthetists (SRNAs) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Aroke realized that even the most conscious healthcare providers can have biased impulses.

Disparities in treatment for racial and ethnic minority patients stemming from implicit biases are distinctly present in pain care. Studies show that compared to white women, racial and ethnic minority women are less likely to receive an epidural for childbirth, and Black patients are less likely to receive pain medicines in emergency rooms than white patients. Unfortunately, research suggests that these treatment disparities may be a result of false beliefs about biological differences in pain tolerance between Black and white patients.

This issue is particularly important to Aroke, and the subject of his research program. He is also educating his students and colleagues, as well as moderating webinars alongside the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, to educate CRNAs and SRNAs across the country.

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"As a CRNA, I provide multimodal, opioid-sparing and opioid-free anesthesia and pain management services, as well as safe opioid administration to prevent the risk of addiction,” said Aroke. “Additionally, CRNAs are more likely than physician anesthesiologists to work in counties with lower median incomes and denser unemployed, uninsured and Medicaideligible populations.”

Aroke shares advice with patients to help ensure they receive equitable treatment. “The best care experience starts with good communication between the patient and their provider,” he said. “You know your body best. Don’t be afraid to ask for a second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans and express any concerns with the quality of care you are receiving.”

For healthcare providers like CRNAs, Aroke has additional recommended actions: • L earn more about minority community needs. “I encourage all of my colleagues to better understand the communities they serve and whether resources are available to address their needs,” said Aroke.

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• A ddress health literacy and linguistic barriers. Racial and ethnic minority patients are more likely to have less health literacy and English proficiency, which can impact their ability to obtain and understand health information and services.

• I ncorporate training on implicit bias into practice. “This education should be evidence-based and include recommendations on how to empower patients from disadvantaged backgrounds to understand their options for care and financial and social support,” said Aroke.

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“I encourage all of my colleagues to better understand the communities they serve and whether resources are available to address their needs,” said Aroke.

Most importantly, healthcare providers and patients must advocate for systemic changes. “We cannot address healthcare disparities without understanding systemic racism and the structures that hold these biases in place,” said Aroke. “’Not being a racist’ isn’t good enough - CRNAs and other providers must fight discrimination and take active steps to promote health equity.”

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inclined to help you when you're drowning. There is a difference between asking for assistance and taking advantage of them. When you are impolite and/or lazy, you foster a defensive, petty relationship that benefits no one. Lead by example and always be respectful.

3. Pull Your Weight

Take vital signs yourself when the CNA is busy with another patient. Take turns with the CNA to answer the call light, especially when the patient is difficult. Don't ever ask the CNA to perform a task outside of their scope. Everyone appreciates feeling like a part of the team with valuable input. Nursing assistants will be more likely to help you on bad days if you build a culture of teamwork.

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part of the team with valuable input.

Nursing assistants will be more likely to help you on bad days if you build a culture of teamwork.

4. Agree on Expectations

Who will take vital signs? Who will check blood sugars? If there is an extra CNA on the floor today, can they take on more responsibility with a smaller patient load? The charge nurse should direct these expectations when making assignments in order to squash any confusion and prevent any tasks from falling through the cracks. Daily tasks should be agreed upon at the start of the shift by way of an open, collaborative conversation among staff members.

The bottom line is that the nurses and the nursing assistants are a team. Taking care of patients is challenging, and just like raising a child, it takes a village. The nursing assistant should be viewed as your counterpart, who you collaborate with to provide the best care for your patients.

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The MaineHealth network of hospitals and healthcare organizations offers outstanding career opportunities to work and live in one of the most spectacular areas of our nation.

Guided by our values of Love and Excellence, we’re committed to treating everyone with dignity and respect while delivering high-quality, safe patient care.

Joining MaineHealth presents rewarding careers throughout our non-profit healthcare system.

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At Carilion Clinic, we’re advancing health care.

By encouraging curiosity and individuality, we’re moving toward achieving this goal... together. In our workplace, everyone is welcomed, respected, supported and valued.

Join us to provide unmatched patient care and support our mission of improving the health of the communities we serve. Your career will grow stronger as part of our united team.

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We attribute our success to our people. We have employment opportunities for professionals dedicated to helping us continue our success.

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Choosing Education as a Career Is Fulfilling, Rewarding, and Pragmatic

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ccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), education careers look particularly promising in the following five areas.

1. POSTSECONDARY TEACHER Postsecondary (higher education) teacher positions range from graduate student teachers and assistant professors to associate professors and professors. As a higher education teacher, you’ll work in colleges or universities with opportunities to advance to the head of your department.

Why the field is growing: Postsecondary educators are needed because more people are attending institutions of higher learning. However, it’s important to note that although the demand for postsecondary teachers is rising, the BLS does not differentiate between tenure and non-tenure track positions.

Education requirements: At a minimum, you’ll need a master’s degree to teach at a community or technical college.

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2. POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR Education administrators lead at the highest level of the education system. In this field, you could hold a position as dean, provost (chief academic officer), department head, registrar, or administration director. Education administrators help institutions run smoothly by leading the school’s faculty, academics, or student services.

Why the field is growing: The BLS anticipates growth in this field as enrollments continue to increase.

Education requirements: The education level you’ll need depends on the type of institution you work for, but the majority of education administrators have an advanced degree (master’s or doctoral). While most any advanced degree can lead to a career in education, specific education-focused degrees are becoming the norm.

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classroom, supporting teachers by incorporating the newest guidelines and technologies into the curricula. Other responsibilities include assessing teaching strategies and suggesting innovative ways to instruct students more effectively.

Why the field is growing: As federal and state education standards continue to change, the demand for curriculum specialists grows. In addition to developing new curricula, you may be asked to train teachers on how to implement these guidelines into their classrooms.

Areas of study with the greatest demand include math, science, reading, continuing education, special needs, and English as a second language.

Education requirements: Some schools require curriculum developers to have a doctoral degree, but most only require a master’s degree in teaching, educational administration, or curriculum and instruction. You may also need a teaching license or a related certificate, and should expect to take continuing education courses to keep your training up-to-date throughout your career.

4. SCHOOL COUNSELOR School counselors work in a school setting to help students as they make

academic and career choices. You’ll help them meet graduation requirements, deal with personal, social and behavioral problems, and test for learning disabilities.

Why the field is growing: School counselors are taking on more responsibilities related to crises, drug and alcohol abuse, death and suicide. If students need additional help, counselors will refer them to the appropriate professionals.

Education requirements: Most states require school counselors to have a master’s degree in counseling, as well as a school counseling certificate. Requirements vary by state. Program accreditation is also important—CACREP lists the schools that are part of the accreditation program.

5. SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER As a special education teacher, you’ll assist disabled students with the learning process, either in your own classroom or while sitting in with a larger class. Responsibilities include adjusting curriculum to meet students’ needs and abilities, teaching socially acceptable behaviors, and recording and reporting on students’ progress.

Why the field is growing: Earlier

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diagnosis of disabilities, higher graduation standards, and a lack of qualified teachers are driving the demand, especially in inner cities and rural areas; however, the salary is usually lower. There’s also an increased need for bilingual teachers and teachers who work with students that have multiple disabilities.

Education requirements: The major-

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Read “My Beloved World,” the autobiography of Sonia Sotomayor, a New Yorker of Puerto Rican descent who, in 2009, became the first Hispanic American to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court , as well as only the third woman to serve in the entire 220-year history of the nation’s highest court.

Visit a farmers’ market and give thanks to the United Farm Workers union (formerly the National Farm Workers Association), founded by Cesar Chavez, a revolutionary Mexican-American who dedicated his life to nonviolent protest in support of humane treatment of workers and civil rights. His union fought against pesticide use, low wages and cruel working conditions for farm workers.

You might also simply enjoying watching TV in color this month — thanks to Guillermo González Camarena, a Mexican engineer from Guadalajara who invented the color wheel component that helped make black and white TV a thing of the past.

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created by artists of Mexican, Cuban, Puerto Rican and Dominican descent since the 1950s.

Though its written content is entirely in Spanish, the beautiful collections found at El Museo Nacional del Prado, Spain’s premier museum, have no language barrier. The 200-year-old museum has the largest collections of Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Rubens, Valázquez and Goya in the world. Delight in perusing the website and discovering some of the world’s greatest works of art and the masterful artists who created them.

Visual art is one of the few ways in which we can experience a culture

2. Appreciate Hispanic Art Visual art is one of the few ways in which we can experience a culture. Latino landscapes, portraits, social or political issues and cultural touchstones all can be found in the work of Hispanic artists. Look for opportunities near you to experience their works. Many museums and galleries feature the work of Hispanic artists during Hispanic Heritage Month. The National Association of Latino Arts and Culture provides information about initiatives or arts programs around the country.

Alternatively, explore from the comfort of your home.

Peruse the Smithsonian Institute’s online exhibition, “Our America: The Latino Presence in American Art ,” with works

Though they may not be half as well known as those found at El Museo Nacional del Prado, Mexican folk artists are prized for their functional, handmade pieces depicting their experiences and traditions. Created by indigenous people, peasants or craftsmen without formal training, folk art pieces often include pottery of many styles, as well as wood carvings, blown glass, lacquerware, masks, metalware, textiles and wall crafts.

If you’re in the Chicago area, stop in at the National Museum of Mexican Art — admission is free — or visit one of the many

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museums around the West that house Mexican folk art, which are listed on the Los Amigos del Arte Popular’s website.

Moreover, why not try your hand at your own Mexican folk art? With just a plain terracotta pot and some brightly colored acrylic paints (try red, white and green for the Mexican flag!), you can create a colorful, hand-painted pot in the style of Mexican folk art, incorporating dots, zig zags, triangles and stripes.

author and winner of a 1982 Nobel Prize. Described as “magical realism,” his works combine elements of fantasy with conventional storytelling that depicts his heritage and the Hispanic experience.

3. Read Hispanic Literature

Broadway aficionados are certainly celebrating Hispanic Americans these days. After all, the smash hit “ Hamilton,” a hip-hop musical based on the life of founding father Alexander Hamilton, was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. (He also plays the lead role) Miranda, a Puerto Rican, stole the 2016 Tony Awards when his musical won a record-breaking 16 Tony nominations and took home 11 of them. Can’t make it to Broadway this month? Pick up the soundtrack, which is now the biggestselling cast recording in American musical history.

Watch “West Side Story” or “The King and I” and dance along with Rita Moreno, the Puerto Rican star of those films whose body of work earned her all four American entertainment awards: Academy, Tony, Grammy and Emmy.

Of course, there’s also the music of such beloved Hispanic musicians and singers as Jennifer Lopez (whose family were Puerto Ricans), Shakira (a Colombian), Ricky Martin (a Puerto Rican), Christina Aguilera (whose father is Ecuadorian), Gloria Estefan (a Cuban), Carlos Santana (a Mexican-American) and Tito Puente (whose family were Puerto Rican).

4. Listen to the Music of Talented Hispanic Performers

Immerse yourself into the lives and times of some of the world’s greatest writers. Read the poems of 1971 Nobel Prizewinner Pablo Neruda, a Chilean who was awarded the prize “for a poetry that with the action of an elemental force brings alive a continent’s destiny and dreams.”

Read one of the most important novels ever written, “El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha ,” also known as “Don Quixote de la Mancha,” written by Miguel de Cervantes, a Spanish writer and poet of the Spanish Golden Age. The novel is considered the first “anti-romance” because it dispels the myth of the shining knight on a white horse by telling the story of a man who goes mad upon reading a book of ballads and decides to become a knight.

Discover the work of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, a Mexican nun who wrote numerous poems, essay and plays. She is considered one of the most important writers of the Spanish language. Her calling forced her to surrender her library and give up her writing.

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to when Spanish explorers discovered California, Florida, the Southwest and the Mexican states. Later, during the Revolutionary War, Bernardo de Gálvez, the governor of the Louisiana Territory, sent weapons and supplies to General George Washington’s army. The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ended the Mexican War, helping the U.S. to gain Texas, New Mexico and Upper California. Since its founding, the U.S. has been deeply influenced by the Spanish-speaking world. >Immerse yourself in the history of Hispanic Americans by watching “Latino Americans,” a 2013 PBS special detailing the histories of Latinos from the first European settlements to today. The website for the special contains episodes, a timeline of events and even an opportunity to share your own video story of what being Hispanic means to you, and how you celebrate your heritage.

You might even choose to explore some history faceto-face by visiting one of the many Hispanic Heritage Sites in America.

These include The Palace of Governors in Santa Fe, NM; the Hispanic Society of America in New York City; the National Cesar Chavez at La Paz property in Keene, CA; the Forts of Old San Juan in Puerto Rico; and the El Centro Español de Tampa in Florida’s Latin Quarter. In addition, the National Register of Historic Places identifies properties that are significant for Hispanic heritage, including St. John the Divine Catholic Church in Kansas City, KS; Chicano Park in San Diego, CA; Lerma’s Nite Club in San Antonio, TX and many others. Examples of Spanish architecture abound in many of these places.

6. Have Fun the Hispanic Way Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month should include fun. Try a few cultural traditions of the Hispanic world.

Play Toma Todo, a game from Mexico. With a top made of paper, called a pirinola, each player takes a turn spinning the top and following the instructions that are facing up and either takes or replaces chips from the “pot” in the middle of the players. The player who has the most chips wins.

And what’s a Hispanic celebration without a piñata? Drop by any party store to pick one up, or make one with a balloon, papier-mâché and whatever treats or toys you decide to fill it with. Players take turns whacking the piñata with sticks while blindfolded (and, optionally, dizzy) till it bursts open and spills the treats inside. History has it that Marco Polo brought the idea to Italy and Spain, and missionaries brought it from Spain to the New World. The traditional shape of a piñata — a sphere with seven conical points symbolizing the seven deadly sins — was said to contain the pleasures of life. The person batting it with a stick was meant to represent faith, which can defeat evil, with the treats inside being the sweet rewards to follow.

Or, why not take yourself for a Hispanic-themed shopping spree? Visit Zara, one of Spain’s most famous clothing lines and one of the world’s largest and most successful fashion retailers.

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If nothing else, you could always try a little Spanish on for size, just in honor of the month. Learn some basic Spanish phrases, such as hello, goodbye, please, thank you, how are you, I’m sorry and you’re welcome . Practice them throughout Hispanic Heritage Month. De nada!

7. Explore the Hispanic World Whether you’re a globetrotter or an armchair traveler, you can explore American sites steeped in Hispanic culture.

Locales in South and West Texas, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, the American Southwest, the California Coast, the Georgia-Florida coastline, Florida shipwrecks and Santa Clara, CA all are among those listed on the National Park Service website as areas where Hispanic heritage is demonstrated in national parks. The NPS is enhancing its interThe traditional pretive services, its shape of a piñata — collaborations with community organia sphere with zations and its proseven conical duction of scholarly documents as part points symbolizing of its American Latithe seven no Heritage Projects deadly sins efforts.

Whether you take a family trip or simply peruse the NPS website, you’ll learn a lot about the Hispanic heritage that is part of America’s most beautiful places.

Why not actually visit some Latin American or Spanish-speaking destinations? Do as the Hispanics do — a recent study reveals that Hispanics take more time off work each year than Americans do, and they visit more destinations of personal significance. Enjoy a little time off for Hispanic Heritage Month and visit some of the most stunningly beautiful and culturally rich nations in the world.

Brazil’s beaches and colonial sites are prized destinations, and Buenos Aires, Rio and Machu Picchu, the Incan citadel in Peru, are can’t-miss South American locales. Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world, and it’s one of the most popular tourist destinations, with more than two million visitors a year.

If your budget doesn’t allow for a Hispanic travel adventure, take a virtual trip. Talk to a Hispanic family member or friend about their background, traditions and experiences. You’re sure to learn a lot without ever leaving home.

8. Dine the Hispanic Way A life without chips and salsa, tacos, guacamole, tamales, burritos, enchiladas, chili, margaritas or black beans and rice just might not be worth living. In the U.S., often times the places that Hispanic influence is most evident in is in what, and how, we eat.

Take, for instance, the fast food industry. According to The Washington Times, sales of tortillas now outpace those of hamburger and hotdog buns, and salsa has surpassed ketchup as America’s favorite condiment.

One of the best ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month is to visit a Hispanic restaurant. Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurants abound, but why not give El Salvadoran a try, with its

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pupusa, a thick handmade corn or rice flour tortilla

stuff with meat, cheese and refried beans? What about Cuban, Peruvian, Argentinian, Chilean or Spanish cuisine?

Look for opportunities to sample Colombian arepas, a food made of ground maize dough or cooked flour; Cuban picadillo, or hash; Costa Rican gallo pinto, a rice and bean dish; Spanish paella, a flavorful combination of rice, spices, meat and seafood; or Peruvian ceviche, a dish of raw seafood cured in citrus juices and peppers.

You might even want to throw a fiesta! Stop by your neighborhood Mexican carniceria, or meat market, and pick up a few pounds of carne asada, which is thinly sliced beef marinating in juices and spices, or hit the local panaderia, or Mexican bakery, for some pastries and sweet breads. Then whip up some margaritas and a taco bar, blast some Cuban rhythms, hang a piñata and dance the night away.

Your food will be even better if you’ve planted a Hispanic heritage garden, in which you’ve grown staple crops common in the Spanish-speaking world, including corn, beans, squash and peppers. This is a great way to get your kids involved in recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month.

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Ceramics are incredibly versatile, as they’re able to go from extreme heat to extreme cold, and they can be used to store food in the refrigerator. They can even go in the microwave.

Their attractive surface stands up to scrubbing, and they make beautiful serving dishes. They are the least reactive cookware out there, and they’re perfect for one-pot meals, which are staples of Hispanic cuisine, from arroz con pollo (chicken and rice) to paella, albondigas or tortilla soups, black or refried beans, Spanish chorizo and potatoes, burritos, enchiladas or pulled pork tacos.

So pour yourself an icy margarita, slather some guacamole on a chip, dance the merengue and pay tribute to the thousands of ways in which Hispanic nations have touched our lives.

Try celebrating Hispanic heritage all month long, and perhaps the rest of the year, too.

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