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 October 2026 Premium Must-Sees: Museums of Latin America Ready to explore Latin America’s cultural treasures? From Argentina to Mexico, these eight must-see museums bring the region’s artistic achievements, ancient civilizations, and rich heritage to life—and offer just a glimpse of what awaits curious visitors.
Administration October 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education October 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 October 2026 Premium School Library October 2026 This month featuring books on Latino Identity and Belonging from Amazon and on Advancing Latino Education from the University of Texas 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.
Global September 2020 Big Ten Changes Course The Big Ten has changed course; all 14 of its teams will play eight regular-season games. The Big Ten said its Council of Presidents and Chancellors voted unanimously to restart sports.
Health Care September 2020 United States’ Plan For Free COVID-19 Vaccines The United States has outlined a COVID-19 vaccination campaign where vaccines would be available for free to all Americans. The plan, however, is falling under scrutiny.
Health Care September 2020 Drug May Shorten COVID-19 Recovery Time A study shows baricitinib, a drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, when combined with remdesivir has helped shorten the recovery time in COVID-19 patients.
Hispanic Community September 2020 EPCC’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration EPCC’s 19th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration’s theme is Hispanics: Be Proud of your Past and Embrace the Future. The month-long celebration begins on September 16.
Health Care September 2020 Dr. Anthony Fauci To Receive Hope Award The director of the NIAID at the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Anthony Fauci, will be receiving the Latino Commission on AIDS’ Esperanza (Hope) Award at the Cielo gala in October.
Global September 2020 Life In Venus’ Clouds? Two telescopes in Hawaii and Chile have discovered that a type of gas associated with life is in the clouds of Venus’ atmosphere. This hints at the possible existence of microbes.
