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 August 2026 Premium Meet Six Latin American Nobel Laureates in Literature Six Latin American Nobel laureates in literature are highlighted through their backgrounds, literary achievements and lasting influence. From Gabriela Mistral to Mario Vargas Llosa, their diverse voices, experiences and perspectives helped shape Latin American literature and earned worldwide recognition.
Administration August 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education August 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 August 2026 Premium School Library August 2026 This month featuring books on Intellectual Architects of Latin America from Amazon and Nation Builders of Latin America from Yale University 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.
Health Care February 2021 How do we measure a smile? Doctors’ work is judged and measured by numbers. Each mammogram, colonoscopy, and A1c is sliced, diced, and numbered. The more numbers they use, the more they get paid. However, healthcare is more than numbers. Many doctors decide to remain independent because the time they take with each patient is priceless.
Technology February 2021 NASA and Discovery Education Invite Educators and Students to Mars Landing Livestream NASA and Discovery Education Invite Educators and Students all over the World to Join the Exploration of Mars Through a Special Livestream of the Perseverance Rover’s Landing on February 18.
Administration February 2021 PREMIUM Puerto Rico ready to reopen schools One year after the pandemic, Puerto Rico prepares to reopen schools. Elba Aponte, Puerto Rico’s education secretary-designate, announced measures to minimize the risk of contagion. Still, some remain reluctant.
Health Care February 2021 The Hidden Pandemic There is a pressing need to address childhood abuse, children’s stress, and possible trauma during COVID pandemic due to closed schools and domestic violence. Kristie Bruce-Lane, a community organizer, who founded the Thumbprint Project Foundation in San Diego, CA, explained the pressing need for a docu-series to highlight childhood abuse and domestic violence, especially during these times of Covid.
Hispanic Community February 2021 Cal Lutheran Students begin county service California Lutheran University’s first AmeriCorps Fellows have begun public service with local nonprofit organizations to help underserved immigrant populations face urgent challenges.
Health Care February 2021 PREMIUM The Social Dilemma: What is the problem? The year 2020 has burned away like a wildfire overtaking our spirits and days. We are heavily fatigued and utterly confused as to how it was profitable. But what if 2020 gave us the chance to redesign our priorities and recreate the best of our existence?
