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
Administration August 2025 Premium New Leaders in Education August 2025 At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
Hispanic Community August 2025 Premium One Language, Many Voices: Examples of Cultural Diversity in the Spanish Language Although a language fulfills the essential function of communicating and improving understanding between parties, that is not its only role. Language is a cultural expression that reflects a way of feeling, thinking, living, and conceiving the world. For this reason, a single language can display as many variations as the settings in which it is used, geographical, social, and contextual—such as formal or informal registers, age, or education level. Because of this complexity, it is challenging to universalize concepts on the use of language.
Arts and Media August 2025 Premium School Library August 2025 This month featuring books on Leading with Latinidad from Amazon and on Latin America Power and Policy from Princeton University Press.
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Year In Review 2024 As we look back on 2024, we have the opportunity to reflect on areas of progress and examine the lessons that can be learned from the challenges that appeared. by Adriana Alcántara & Alejandra Suarez
Administration December 2024 Premium Did you know?: 2024 Year in Review Willingness to understand others is a sublime virtue that unites us.
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Dr. Marta Cronin: Leading with a Sense of Responsibility to Future Latina College Presidents Marta Cronin, the first Latina president of Delaware County Community College, leverages her personal journey and leadership to inspire students, promote diversity, expand dual enrollment, and address industry needs through innovative programs and strategic community partnerships. by Frank DiMaria
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM Dr. Martha Garcia: A Transformational Leader Dr. Martha Garcia, Mt. San Antonio College's first Latina president, aims to transform higher education by focusing on student belonging, accountability, and success. With a history of impactful leadership, she champions programs addressing mental health, basic needs, and cultural support, especially for Latino and first-generation students. by Michelle Adam
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM CSUSM’s Coaching Program: Empowers Freshmen to Thrive California State University San Marcos’ Office of Success Coaching helps first-year Latinx and underserved students transition to college, improve retention, and foster persistence through personalized support. by Eric Breier
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM Beyond the Classroom: ELAC’s Resources and Programs for First Generation Students East Los Angeles College (ELAC) supports a diverse, primarily Hispanic student body with programs like the First Year Experience, free tuition through the College Promise program, and dedicated resources. Student testimonials illustrate ELAC’s transformative role in fostering academic success, community engagement, and personal growth. by Kevin Jimenez
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM Binding Communities Together Across Borders: Binational Mexico-U.S. Hometown Associations A mid the current hyperbole regarding immigration and who has the right to reside in the U.S., it is important to take a step back and analyze the broader context of how the tapestry of U.S. society has been woven over time, and how it continues to be woven by immigrants on a daily basis, in complex ways – keeping in mind that “immigrants” include those who are first-generation U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents, as well as recently-arrived migrants who may be undocumented, or may have temporary/seasonal legal work permits. by Adriana Alcántara
Administration October 2024 PREMIUM Baylor University: Beyond Bridges and Silos in Support of Hispanic Students Standing out in Texas for its programs and services supporting Hispanic students, Baylor University has earned the status of an “Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution.” With 16% of its student body identifying as Hispanic or Latino, Baylor offers robust academic programs, such as Spanish for Heritage Speakers and a Certificate in Spanish for Health Professions, aimed at enhancing cultural and linguistic competencies.
