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 March 2026 Premium Did you know? Sor Juana’s Fearless Words A leading intellectual voice of the seventeenth century, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz defended women’s right to knowledge and justice. In A los hombres, she criticizes the hypocrisy and double standards with which society judges women.
Administration March 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education March 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 March 2026 School Library March 2026 This month featuring books on Latina Strength from Amazon and on Latina Legacies from the University of Texas 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
Hispanic Community March 2025 PREMIUM Enriching knowledge about Latinos and Latin America: Notable Women Fulbright and MacArthur Scholars The Fulbright Program, run by the U.S. Department of State since 1946, promotes cross-cultural understanding through international student and scholar exchanges. Fulbright Fellowship awardees have the opportunity to immerse themselves in other cultural realities as students, and to undertake research at the highest levels as scholars. They are often the recipients of other prestigious awards, including Nobel Prizes, high-level recognition from national governments, Pulitzer Prizes and MacArthur Fellowships. Since 1981, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has awarded MacArthur Fellowships, also known as “Genius Grants”, to scholars who are contributing substantially to their fields of study. The following list recognizes five distinguished women scholars who have been both MacArthur and Fulbright Scholars and who have made unique contributions to knowledge about the history and culture of Latin America and/or the U.S. Hispanic/Latino community.
Arts and Media March 2025 PREMIUM School Library March 2025 This montth featuring books on Latina Breaking Barriers from Amazon and Exploring Latinas/os Identity from Texas University Press
Administration February 2025 PREMIUM Esto es NYU Buenos Aires NYU Buenos Aires, parte de la red global de la universidad, es un sitio que ofrece a los estudiantes una experiencia académica viva y enriquecedora, junto con una inmersión cultural completa. Los estudiantes suelen vivir con familias argentinas y aprenden español rápidamente; además, tienen la oportunidad de explorar temas como la justicia social con profesores que son de las figuras más respetadas e influyentes del país. by Anna Kazumi Stahl & Sarah Elizabeth Bender
Administration February 2025 PREMIUM News from Washington, February 2025 Trump’s inauguration faced cold weather disruptions, with inaugural balls highlighting Hispanic influence. Early executive orders focused on defunding USAID and the Department of Education while clarifying that birthright citizenship would be limited, not ended, sparking legal and legislative debates. by Peggy Sands Orchowski
Administration February 2025 PREMIUM Columbia Global Center Santiago: Bridging Academia and Innovation in Latin America The Columbia Global Center Santiago connects Columbia University with Latin America, fostering collaboration in education, research, and innovation. It addresses global and local challenges through thematic pillars—climate, humanities, journalism, and democracy—while supporting scholars, students, and impactful partnerships. by Carla Magri
Administration February 2025 PREMIUM Underrepresented Voices: The Need for Research on Latine Students in Study Abroad Programs Latine students, particularly Latinas, are underrepresented in study abroad research, with few studies examining how race and ethnicity influence students’ experiences and outcomes. As U.S. colleges educate increasingly diverse populations, more research is needed to understand the barriers and benefits of study abroad for Latina students. by Jennifer C. Monroy
