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.
Financing April 2020 $450B Aid Package In Works A $450 billion aid package is being worked on by the president and Congress. The money is slated to boost a small-business loan program and add funds for hospitals and COVID-19 testing.
Global April 2020 Lockdowns Ease Worldwide Some countries have begun easing their lockdowns because they’ve seen COVID-19 infections flatten out. President Donald Trump encouraged protests against stay-at-home orders.
Technology April 2020 Is Distance Learning Working During Pandemic? School closures mean students are supposed to log into virtual classrooms. Lack of internet access and computers, and at home distractions are obstacles to their education.
Hispanic Community April 2020 Update On Guatemalan Deportees Earlier this month, Hispanic Outlook ran a story about the impact of U.S. deportees on Guatemala’s COVID-19 cases. The article below is a follow up to that story.
Global April 2020 Can You Catch COVID-19 From Mail? WHO and the CDC both say there is no evidence that COVID-19 is spread through parcels or mail. It is still wise to wash your hands and avoid touching your face after handling deliveries.
Hispanic Community April 2020 Coffins In The Parking Lot At a Barcelona funeral home, an underground parking garage has been turned morgue currently housing more than 500 bodies of those either confirmed or suspected of dying from COVID-19.
