Hispanic Community October 2024 Riverland Community College: A Beacon of Opportunity and Growth in Southeastern Minnesota Riverland Community College, founded in 1996, plays a vital role in southeastern Minnesota’s workforce development and education. With campuses in Austin, Albert Lea, and Owatonna, it offers diverse programs and was recognized as an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in 2024. The college is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting all students, especially its growing Hispanic population. by Kenneth A. Reid
Hispanic Community September 2026 Premium Did you know? Lost in Translation II: Spanish Expressions with No Direct Equivalent in English Spanish is rich in expressions whose meanings cannot always be translated directly into English. This collection explores 15 colorful phrases, revealing how language reflects culture, humor, emotion, and everyday experiences across the diverse Spanish-speaking world.
Administration September 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education September 2026 At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
Arts and Media September 2026 School Library September 2026 This month featuring books on Bilingualism: Language as a Cultural Expression from Amazon and Exploring Identity and Belonging from University of Illinois Press.
Hispanic Community April 2026 Premium Tiempos difíciles para los Community Colleges Los community colleges ampliaron el acceso tras el GI Bill, pero ahora enfrentan una caída en las matrículas agravada por el COVID, los costos y la desilusión. Un estudio de Florida destaca barreras financieras, académicas y personales que impulsan la deserción. by Gustavo A. Mellander
Administration April 2026 Premium Catalysts of Success For All: Defending Hispanic Serving Institutions Community colleges overlap with HSIs, gaining federal support strengthens diversity and capacity. For decades, HSIs have advanced equitable access, serving diverse, low income students. Despite misconceptions, they are inclusive institutions meeting criteria and now face significant political and funding challenges by Adriana Alcántara
Hispanic Community April 2026 Premium Supporting Students with Personalized Academic Learning Skills (PALS) at a Hispanic Serving Community College The PALS program at Mt. San Jacinto College creates inclusive academic counter spaces—using frameworks like UDL and CRP—to support underserved students, especially Latinx learners, by reducing systemic barriers and improving their academic success. by Alicia Chavira Medina, B.A. & Audrey Baca Lopez, Ed.D.
Arts and Media April 2026 PREMIUM School Library April 2026 This month featuring books on Hispanic Serving Institutions from Amazon and Artificial Intelligence from The MIT Press
Hispanic Community March 2026 PREMIUM Poetry as Wonder and Connection: Ada Limón, First Latina U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón’s poetry emphasizes connection, curiosity, and wonder, exploring human identity, nature, and social labels. As the first Latina U.S. Poet Laureate, she uses poetry to foster empathy, celebrate authenticity, and encourage care for our shared planet. by Adriana Alcántara
Administration March 2026 PREMIUM A Home Away from Home: The Latino Resource Center’s Commitment to Empowering Students at NIU The Latino Resource Center at Northern Illinois University fosters belonging, leadership and academic success for Latino students through mentoring, cultural programming and campus partnerships. Initiatives like De Mujer a Mujer empower Latina students, helping them build confidence, develop leadership skills and thrive in higher education. by Luis Santos-Rivas
Administration March 2026 Society of Women Engineers: Promoting Inclusion, Academic Persistence and Career Advancement for Latinas in STEM The Society of Women Engineers supports Latinas in STEM through its Latinos Affinity Group and broader initiatives offering mentorship, leadership development, research, and educational resources. These efforts foster community, promote inclusion, and strengthen academic persistence and career advancement for women in engineering. by SWE Staff
Technology March 2026 PREMIUM Women in STEM Face Challenges and Underrepresentation – this Course Gives Them Tools to Succeed The course "Tools for Women in STEM" was created to help women better navigate the challenges of scientific careers. By combining mentoring, self-awareness, and practical training in networking, communication, and leadership, it empowers students to build confidence and succeed in STEM. by Filomena Nunes
Hispanic Community March 2026 PREMIUM Dra. Antonia Novello: Primera mujer y latina Cirujana General de EE. UU. – Una guerrera en misión por la equidad en la salud La Dra. Antonia Novello, la primera mujer y latina en ocupar el cargo de Cirujana General de Estados Unidos, dedicó su carrera a abordar las desigualdades en la salud y a defender a las poblaciones vulnerables, utilizando sus experiencias personales y su espíritu de lucha para promover la justicia social en el ámbito sanitario. by Sylvia Mendoza
