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Felice Febbraio!
Presenting the second issue of "Questo Mese," an update of OSIA news, programs & activities for the month (and some past highlights from time to time) sent to your inbox monthly.
For more details on the items in this and future issues, visit OSIA.org or reach out to the appropriate contact (as noted in each item). Enjoy! |
| Member Benefits Spotlight |
The value of OSIA membership continues to grow with new perks being added! Check out this month's specials for all members:
 Free AT&T BlackBerry of your choice along with Free 4GB memory card. Valid through Feb.; see site for details.
Preventative health screenings at special flat rates for OSIA members!
Not an OSIA member yet? Join now to take advantage of all these new benefits, plus more:
Wireless Center
Prescription Savings
Medical Air Services Association
Long Term Care Resources
Life Line Screenings
GMAC Insurance Products
Discount Travel Center and more to come! Be sure to check future emails for details.
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| National Leadership Grant Competition Underway! |
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The Sons of Italy Foundation's (SIF) nationwide scholarship competition is underway!
Each year, the SIF offers 10 to 12 merit-based scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 through the National Leadership Grant Competition. To date, the SIF has awarded nearly $47 million in scholarships to U.S. citizens of Italian descent. The winners are honored at the NELA Gala each May in Washington, D.C. Deadline to apply: Feb. 26, 2010. More
The 2009 National Leadership Grant Recipents
at the 21st Annual NELA Gala.
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| FREE Issue of Italian America Magazine |
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Italian America magazine is the most widely read
publication in the U.S. for Italian Americans. It has news and feature
articles on:
Issues of national importance to Italian Americans Italian American newsmakers in science, medicine, government, law,
academia and business Trends, demographics, and news about modern Italy Little-known facts about Italian American history, contributions and
traditions Book reviews on new and classic books about Italy & Italian
American heritage Anti-defamation and stereotyping issues and initiatives Updates on OSIA programs and chapter news Cultural, historical and contemporary topics
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| Save AP Italian |
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The Sons of Italy has joined a coalition of organizations working to preserve the Advanced Placement (AP) Program in Italian and has launched a nationwide fund-raising campaign to help fund this important language program.
Despite its growing popularity in U.S. schools, the AP Program in Italian that OSIA helped establish in 2005 is in danger of being eliminated for lack of funds, according to the College Board which administers it. About $3 million are needed to save the program.
Learn more about the program and how you can help.
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| Save the Date: 22nd Annual NELA Gala |
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The 22nd Annual National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala will be held Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at the Omni Shoreham in Washington, D.C. Actor Joe Mantegna will serve as Master of Ceremonies.
The NELA Gala is the Sons of Italy Foundation's most important annual fund-raising and public affairs event and has traditionally been attended by the U.S president and other leaders in government, business, sports, labor, entertainment, the arts and the media. More
The ballroom of the Omni Shoreham, site of the 2005 NELA Gala, will host the 2010 Gala. | |
| 2010 Festival Directory |
OSIA is compiling its 2010 Directory of Italian Festivals in the USA. If you have a festival to promote or know of one in your area that was not included in the 2009 Directory, please contact Zac Milner. Be sure to include the name, location, and contact info for the festival.
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| "Our Story: The Italian American Video Collection" |
Created exclusively for OSIA, "Our Story: the Italian American Video Collection" highlights our rich heritage, storied history and countless contributions.
Subscribe to receive a new DVD to preview every 3-4 months, and purchase the ones you wish to keep. More | |
| Italian American Baseball Heroes Card Collection |
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Presented for the first time ever: a limited edition set of Heritage Cards honoring Italian American Baseball Heroes. Each of the 100 gold finished cards in this historic and collectible box features original oil paintings, all specifically commissioned for this collection, as well as interesting player facts and statistics.
These Heritage Cards will not be sold commercially. They will only be given to you in gratitude for your donation supporting the mission of the Sons of Italy Foundation. More |
| Trips to Campania |
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Seven-Day All-Inclusive Tours of Timeless Campania, Starting at Less Than $1,800.00!!
Trip Includes:
- Round Trip Airfare U.S./Italy
- Four Star Hotel
- All Breakfasts & Dinners
- Full Time Tour Manager
- Local Guides
- Multiple Trips Available Through June 2010
Click Here to Learn More!
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| OSIA's Facebook Page and New Blog |
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