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Portrait of Alberta Gonzalez.
No full textAlberta Gonzalez was born in Puerto Rico in 1914. In July 1950, with economic conditions in Puerto Rico deterioration and viable opportunity for single women in the work force, Gonzalez migrated to Mullica Hill, NJ, and moved in with her migrant farm worker sister at the age of 36. She began work at a farm owned by Jim Lernner. Her job entailed cooking three meals daily for 50 other workers, preparing clothing, working in the fields and cleaning. She was paid 60 cents an hour and stayed with this job for 34 years. Alberta Gonzalez made it her mission to provide better conditions for the migrant workers that she interacted with every day. Because of her advocacy the camp in which she worked was outfitted with better water facilities, kitchen utensils, a cooking stove, a heater and better living conditions for the farm workers. Gonzalez also acted as a nurse to sick workers and introduced the first informal savings bank for migrant farm workers at the camp.
When Jim Lernner's camp closed in 1979, Gonzalez, her husband, and their three children were transferred to a different camp. Gonzalez found conditions at the new camp so appalling that she and the other workers staged what became the first Puerto Rican migrant workers strike in New Jersey
Margarita Gonzalez Oral History Interview
No full textDuring the tenure of Tampa Mayor Sandy Freedman (1986-1995), Margarita Gonzalez served as Community and Public Relations Coordinator with a special emphasis on Hispanic affairs. The interview includes a discussion of Mayor Freedman\u27s implementation of the Challenge Fund program and its effect on Tampa\u27s Hispanic community. Ms. Gonzalez also discusses Tampa\u27s Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Ybor City, and West Tampa. The interview ends with Ms. Gonzalez discussing the Freedman administration\u27s historical legacy
Nivia Gonzalez
No full textSlide displays a color photograph of a person and a painting, with identifying text positioned along the left edge of the film negative. The negative shows the artist, Nivia Gonzalez, dressed in black and seated on the left with her hands clasped together. A large painting appears to her right.1991 Diane Meredith All Rights ReservedScanned 2"x2" slide as a 1200 dpi TIFF image in 24-bit RGB color. Compressed into JPEG format.UA0513-B2F1-028. Nivia Gonzalez Papers. UA0513. Special Collections and Archives, Coates Library, Trinity University. San Antonio (Tex.
[Letter from John C. Gonzalez to John J. Herrera - February 6, 1953]
No full textHandwritten letter from John C. Gonzalez of Palacios, Texas to John J. Herrera, dated February 6, 1953. This is a cover letter for Bay City newspaper clipping about sheriff's response to an earlier LULAC newspaper article
Interview with Michael Gonzalez
No full textMichael Gonzalez talks about growing up with curanderismo, the rituals, as well as the negative spiritual risks that comes with it.https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/curandercon2015/1004/thumbnail.jp
Interview with Edcel Cintron-Gonzalez, doctoral student
No full textOral history interview with Illinois State University doctoral student Edcel Cintron-Gonzalez. The interview was conducted by Milner Library intern Paige Malloy on May 22, 2023.
Cintron-Gonzalez provides insights into his upbringing in Puerto Rico, emphasizing the cultural richness and challenges of life on the island, particularly dealing with hurricanes George and Maria. He shares fond memories of Puerto Rican cuisine and educational experiences, highlighting the significance of his alma mater, the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez.
Transitioning to his academic journey, Cintron-Gonzalez discusses his passion for children\u27s literature, influenced by his undergraduate studies in English literature and education. He credits his professors for igniting this passion and expresses his plans to teach a Caribbean children\u27s literature course. Cintron-Gonzalez reflects on his transition to ISU, shaped by Hurricane Maria\u27s aftermath and the encouragement of a supportive faculty member, Dr. Ricia Chansky. Delving into his Ph.D. research, Cintron-Gonzalez elaborates on his focus on mental health representation in children\u27s literature, emphasizing the importance of inclusive and age-appropriate narratives.
The discussion shifts to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on his academic and personal life, emphasizing challenges and silver linings, such as adapting to online teaching and finding solace in nature. As a graduate assistant, Cintron-Gonzalez describes his tasks, including teaching and newsletter editing, emphasizing project-based learning and diverse literary explorations in his courses. He shares insights into his role as president of the Graduate Student Association, including the association\u27s aim to foster a supportive community for graduate students through various social events.
Cintron-Gonzalez also discusses his involvement with the Graduate Workers Union. He emphasizes the importance of unions in protecting workers\u27 rights and notes his participation in negotiating the union\u27s first-ever contract. Through these negotiations, significant victories were achieved, including substantial increases in stipends for graduate workers and improved protections for international students. Cintron-Gonzalez passionately advocates for fair treatment and equitable pay for all graduate workers, citing his own stipend amount and the challenges many face in covering basic living expenses. He also touches on his multifaceted role within the union, from serving as a certified steward to actively engaging in propaganda and communication efforts.
Transitioning to his position within the English Department, Cintron-Gonzalez discusses his role as a social media specialist and graduate teaching assistant. He recounts his positive relationships with faculty members and his involvement in various departmental initiatives, including managing social media platforms and supporting faculty-led projects. He describes his efforts to promote student and faculty achievements through social media, emphasizing the importance of visibility for academic work. Additionally, he discusses his work in podcasting and his aspirations to expand the department\u27s journal to include more creative submissions from graduate students.
Cintron-Gonzalez highlights his recent award as the Outstanding Student Social Media Manager, which recognizes his efforts to enhance the English Department\u27s social media presence. Additionally, he celebrates his accomplishment as a published author and his upcoming participation in the MLA Conference.
Despite feeling supported by faculty and finding community in the Latin American Studies program, he acknowledges experiencing microaggressions due to his identity. Reflecting on ISU\u27s changes, he notes infrastructure improvements and hopes for enhanced support for BIPOC students, equitable opportunities, and recognition of indigenous peoples. Cintron-Gonzalez also expresses a desire for continued success in the English Department\u27s social media efforts post his departure.https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/aoh/1069/thumbnail.jp
Interview with Cristina Gonzalez
No full textCristina Gonzalez originally is from California, more specifically from West Los Angeles, however, she currently resides in Virginia along with her husband, who together have five children. Gonzalez has had the opportunity to work as an Archeologist and Historian, due to her degrees in Archaeology and Anthropology. There she took part in an Oral History study centered around African Americans living in Downtown San Diego. She currently runs her own business alongside her husband and navigates homeschooling for her children. Cristina joined the Auntie Sewing Squad because of her disappointment in the U.S. government\u27s failure to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, Gonzalez holds the role of a “sewist” on the Auntie Sewing Squad.https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/auntiesewing_interviews/1027/thumbnail.jp
Contact sheet of photographs of Alberta Gonzalez
No full textAlberta Gonzalez was born in Puerto Rico in 1914. In July 1950, with economic conditions in Puerto Rico deterioration and viable opportunity for single women in the work force, Gonzalez migrated to Mullica Hill, NJ, and moved in with her migrant farm worker sister at the age of 36. She began work at a farm owned by Jim Lernner. Her job entailed cooking three meals daily for 50 other workers, preparing clothing, working in the fields and cleaning. She was paid 60 cents an hour and stayed with this job for 34 years. Alberta Gonzalez made it her mission to provide better conditions for the migrant workers that she interacted with every day. Because of her advocacy the camp in which she worked was outfitted with better water facilities, kitchen utensils, a cooking stove, a heater and better living conditions for the farm workers. Gonzalez also acted as a nurse to sick workers and introduced the first informal savings bank for migrant farm workers at the camp.
When Jim Lernner's camp closed in 1979, Gonzalez, her husband and their three children, were transferred to a different camp. Gonzalez found conditions at the new camp so appalling that she and the other workers staged what became the first Puerto Rican migrant workers strike in New Jersey
Tom Gonzalez Oral History Interview
No full textDuring the tenure of Tampa Mayor Sandy Freedman (1986-1995), Tom Gonzalez served as the outside labor counsel for the city of Tampa. Mr. Gonzalez discusses the city\u27s union structure, Tampa\u27s union history, collective bargaining, and labor negotiations. There is also a discussion of waste management and the Public Employees Relations Commission. The interview ends with a discussion of Mayor Freedman\u27s support of civil rights, positive race relations, and affirmative action
Interview with Robert Gonzalez
No full textRobert Gonzalez talks about growing up in Weslaco in the 1950s and his time in Vietnam as a soldier. He discusses his integration back into American society and his experience with Veterans Affairs (the VA).https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/rgvoralhistories/1513/thumbnail.jp
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