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 May 2026 Premium Endangered Cultural Heritage Sites in Latin America: Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California The Gulf of California, Mexico’s final UNESCO-listed endangered site in this series, is a globally vital marine ecosystem renowned for exceptional biodiversity and scenic beauty. Despite strong protections, overfishing, development, and pollution threaten its fragile habitats, demanding sustained conservation efforts and greater global awareness.
Administration May 2026 New Leaders in Education May 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 May 2026 Premium School Library May 2026 This month featuring books on AI's Social Impact from Amazon and Latin America's Environmental Future from University of California 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 July 2025 PREMIUM The Complex Reality of College Student Mental Health Image by Preepik Despite persistent challenges, recent data suggests improvements in college students' mental health. Suicide contemplation and severe anxiety have slightly declined since 2022. Depression, academic distress, and substance use are also decreasing. Still, demand for mental health services remains high and disparities persist. by Jeffrey A. Hayes
Health Care July 2025 PREMIUM Preserving Hispanic Culture through Medical Education Photo courtesy of Dr. Mario Del Angel Guevara For over 25 years, the University of New Mexico has offered Curanderismo courses on traditional Hispanic and Indigenous healing, now expanding online and in medical campuses to enhance cultural competency and ancestral knowledge in diverse health-related professions. by Mario Del Angel Guevara
Health Care July 2025 PREMIUM Supporting Mental Health and Career Growth for Hispanic/Latino Health Professionals A first-generation college graduate reflects on the mental health challenges and professional growth of Hispanic/Latino students in healthcare. The article highlights mentorship, training, and inclusive support systems as key to navigating early-career obstacles and achieving leadership roles. by Vanessa Cruz M.S.
Arts and Media July 2025 PREMIUM School Library July 2025 This month featuring books on Salud Latina from Amazon and Hispanic Health and Healing from The Universityo of North Carolina Press
Global June 2025 PREMIUM Pope Leo XIV: Cultural Bridge and Unifying Voice for a Fractured World by Adriana Alcántara
Arts and Media June 2025 PREMIUM NALAC: A Beacon of Light for Latinx/é Arts Since 1989, NALAC has supported Latino arts through advocacy, funding, and research. Its 2024–2025 national study expands earlier assessments to better understand Latinx/é organizations’ needs, promote equity, and inform future policies through data, outreach, and interactive tools. by Lucila Lagace
