26 th ANNIVERSARY DIAMANTE AWARDS NOMINATIONS FORM

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1 26 th ANNIVERSARY DIAMANTE AWARDS NOMINATIONS FORM Honorary Chairs Dr. Sharon L. Gaber, President Dr. Mary Ellen Mazey, President Dr. Mike Bower, President Dr. David J. Livingston, President Mr. Bill Cassidy, Campus President Herzing University - Toledo Campus Planning Committee Members Deb Driscoll David Young Mickey Ross Yolanda Flores Connie Weaver Alexis DeAnda Martinez Debra Green Allison Bradley Herzing University Kelly Dilworth Guisselle Mendoza Adelante, Inc. Margarita De Leon The Kaleidoscope Group Maria Gonzalez Event Coordinator June 1, 2015 Dear Community Members, In celebration of the 26 th Annual Diamante Awards, the Nomination Committee is accepting nominations. This is an opportunity to recognize the deserving Youth, Adult, Professional, Corporation/Community agency, and Friend of the Latino Community for their leadership roles in the Northwest Ohio Latino Community. Going beyond the call of duty is critical to the success and quality of life for Latino/as in our communities. Being recognized for such dedication and service to the community is an unforgettable honor. The Diamante Awards Committee asks that you help us pay special tribute to those shining diamantes on the evening of September 10, 2015, at The University of Toledo s Driscoll Alumni Center, located at the corner of Bancroft Street and University Hills Blvd. in Toledo. The nomination materials are available at: Please complete, in its entirety, all nomination information and return it to: Alexis DeAnda Martinez, TRiO Student Support Services 318A Math Science Bowling Green, OH We look forward to seeing you at the 26 th Annual Diamante Awards recognition and celebration on the evening of September 10, 2015, at The University of Toledo s Driscoll Alumni Center. For more information or questions regarding the nomination process contact Alexis DeAnda Martinez at or at adeanda@bgsu.edu. Respectfully, 26 th Anniversary Diamante Nomination Committee Alexis DeAnda Martinez, Chair

2 HISTORY & PURPOSE Throughout the country, including Northwest Ohio, September 15 through October 15 is recognized as National Hispanic Heritage Month. Honorary Chairs Dr. Sharon L. Gaber, President Dr. Mary Ellen Mazey, President Dr. Mike Bower, President Dr. David J. Livingston, President Mr. Bill Cassidy, Campus President Herzing University - Toledo Campus Planning Committee Members Deb Driscoll David Young Mickey Ross Yolanda Flores Connie Weaver Alexis DeAnda Martinez Debra Green Allison Bradley Herzing University Kelly Dilworth Guisselle Mendoza Adelante, Inc. Margarita De Leon The Kaleidoscope Group Maria Gonzalez Event Coordinator To celebrate the profound and lasting influence that Latinos have on American history, values and culture, the Diamante (diamond in Spanish) Awards were founded in 1989 by IMAGE of Northwest Ohio, a local Latino advocacy group. This year s awards and scholarship celebration will take place on September 10, 2015, at s Driscoll Alumni Center. The awards recognize individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievements and service to Latinos. The Diamante Awards also serve to raise scholarship funds for Latino youths wanting a college diploma. In 2003, the Diamante Latino Scholars Campaign was announced at the awards celebration. This initiative was a one of a kind collaboration between, Lourdes College (now Lourdes Universty), the former Medical College of Ohio, Owens Community College and. As of 2014, we welcomed Herzing University into our unique partnership. In addition to raising scholarship dollars at the awards celebration, the five institutions have agreed to collaborate on raising funds through a coordinated campaign and grant writing effort. The primary reason that Latino students do not attend or finish college is lack of finances. With the growing Latino population, this forward thinking effort will help ensure that more Latinos are able to graduate from college and fully participate in our communities.

3 Nomination Form Nominee: Home Phone: Work Phone: Address: Brief description of why person is being nominated: Nominator: Phone: Please check the appropriate category for the nomination you are submitting: (Only one category can be selected) Latino/Latina Youth Leadership: Recognizes a young individual of Latino descent, between the ages of 16 21, who has made an impact within Northwest Ohio. Latino/Latina Adult Leadership: Recognizes an adult of Latino descent, over age 21, who has demonstrated significant leadership in any area in Northwest Ohio. Latino/Latina Adult Professional: Recognizes the contributions from professionals of Latino descent making a significant impact in their workplace or profession. Corporation/Community Agency: This is the only group category, recognizing an entity for supporting and making an impact within the Northwest Ohio community. Friend of the Latino Community: Recognizes the contribution of an individual, of non Latino descent, that is making an impact on the Latino community in Northwest Ohio. Nomination Criteria 1. Evidence that the nominee for the Diamante Award has displayed ongoing dedication and commitment toward contributing to the quality of life for Latino/as in Northwest Ohio and/or proven excellence in his/her field of endeavor(s) while having a positive impact on our youth and community. 2. Evidence of exemplary achievement and hard work in the selected category of nomination. 3. Evidence that the nominee upholds ethical standards and honorable character attributed to quality leadership and mentorship in our community. 4. Winners are selected based solely on what is written on the nomination forms along with supporting documents that are submitted. With these, please be detailed and descriptive of why you feel this person should receive this honor. 5. Recipients must be able to participate in the awards ceremony. Note: To be given consideration for the Diamante Award, the nomination form MUST be completed in full, including a onepage description of how the nominee meets the stated criteria. Please see reverse side of this form. Other supportive documentation is welcomed. Past recipients and nomination committee members ARE NOT eligible for the 2015 Diamante Award. Please see attached list for names of past recipients and nomination committee members (listed on the first page). If selected, the winners of each category must be able to attend the event. Additionally, winners will be asked to submit 8-10 photos that represent the work they do. Please return nomination form by July 24, 2015 to: Alexis DeAnda Martinez, BGSU TRiO-Student Support Services 319A Math Science Bldg. Bowling Green, OH Office Fax: adeanda@bgsu.edu

4 NOTE: Please limit all responses to 125 words. Responses over this amount may not be considered. Please describe how the nominee displayed ongoing dedication and commitment toward contributing to the quality of life for Latino/as in Northwest Ohio and/or proven excellence in his/her field of endeavor(s) while having a positive impact on our youth and communities. Please describe the exemplary achievements and hard work in the selected category of nomination for this nominee. Please describe how the nominee upholds ethical standards and honorable character attributed to quality leadership and mentorship in our communities. Please list any additional honors, awards, or recognitions: _

5 Past Recipients The Diamante Awards is a collaboration with, Herzing University,, and Stephanie Angel Natalia de Miguel Annoni Alberto Serrano Ruben Hernandez Lauryn Vargas Dr. Greg Guzman Sesario Duran Cynthia Geronimo Luis Santiago Elaina Hernandez Mary Torres ABLE/LAWO Dr. Richard Paat Arturo Quintero Queen of Apostles School Nueva Esperanza C. C. U. Celeste Taylor Adelante Dr. Ardenia Jones Terry Dr. Ruben P. Viramontez Anguiano ProMedica Health System Senator Teresa Fedor Carlos Ruiz Oriana Orozco Naomi Valdez Ann Pasquinelly Raquel Colon Ramona Trujillo Albert Flores Bob Salazar Jose Trevino Father Richard Notter Human Relations Commission-BG Amistad The Chrysler Foundation Mark Pickett Owens Corning Tom Brogan Sofia Quintero Art & Culture Ctr. Mary Jane Flores Community Health Service Karen Roadruck Elisa O Donnell Robert Rodriguez Cecilia M. Rivera Irasema Iris Resendez Gilberto Yanez Juan Martinez Anita Lopez Keith Treviño Gabiel Marquez Lourdes Santiago, Esq Margarita DeLeon Rural Opportunities Inc. Louis Escobar Dr. Rolando Andrade Ezekiel Villa Maria Morales Irene Mineoi Concepcion T. Eason Francisco Torres Marcos Popovich Cesar Hernandez Robert Torres Miguel Romero Perrysburg Heights Patricia Hernandez Association Ricardo Cervantes Sylvestre Duran Fr. Fidencio Alanis Oscar Velasquez Maria Rodriguez Winter Gabriel Alonzo Simon Rodriguez Maria Gonzalez Vanessa Barrera Andrella Serratos Martin Cumba Celso Rodriguez Lisa Canales-Flores Joseph Guerrero Kelly Rivera Emanuel Enriquez Dr. Alberto Gonzalez Jose Luna Juanita Sanchez Teresa Linares Lucy Weaver Consuelo Hernandez Sue Campos Ezequiel Agosta Manuel Vadillo Antonio Rios Salud Gonzalez Cortez Jacqueline Roberts Nina Maria Avalos- Laipply Marsha Olivarez Robert Martinez, Jr. Richard Gallegos Sr. Estella Ybarra David Garcia The Whirlpool Foundation Toledo Hispanic Jeep Assoc. Raquel Ramirez Ruth Garcia Maria Elena Martinez Lydia Alejandro Mestizo Project Melinda Sanchez David Alvarado Judge Jose A. Flores Baldemar Velasquez Alvina Costilla Robert Garcia St. John & St. Mary Schools Eduardo Marroquin Dolores Rodriguez Jimmy Santiago Martinez Andrew Gonzalez Mary Mitchell Eddie Cruz Thomas Lopez, Ph.D. Hernan Vasquez Sandy Barrientos Juan & Hortencia Soto Ursula Barrera Freddie Gutierrez Gilbert Leal Steve Garcia Monica Ramirez Ramon Perez Isabel Sanchez Angelica Gongora Melanie Garza Melissa A. Cardenas Jesus Guel Maria Guel