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.
Administration April 2025 PREMIUM 2025 Top 50 Community Colleges for Hispanics Community colleges significantly boost social mobility, especially for Hispanic/Latino students. Hispanic Outlook annually recognizes the top 50 institutions by enrollment and degrees granted, highlighting the growing role of both two- and four-year public colleges in serving this expanding student population. by Adriana Alcántara
Administration April 2025 PREMIUM Broadening Access to the World: A Profile of Study Abroad at Community Colleges Community college study abroad programs, though less common, play a key role in expanding global access for underrepresented students. Despite limited resources, they promote diversity, personal growth, and career development—especially through support like the federal Gilman Scholarship, now facing funding threats. by Adriana Alcántara
Administration April 2025 PREMIUM CCBA: Community College Baccalaureate Programs are Meeting the Educational Needs of Latino Students The Community College Baccalaureate Association champions the expansion of bachelor's degrees at community colleges, providing Latino students with affordable, flexible, and workforce-aligned pathways to high-demand careers. These programs foster socio-economic mobility, meet local industry needs, and reduce student debt, transforming both lives and communities. by Dr. Angela Kersenbrock
Administration April 2025 PREMIUM Building Bridges at Rancho Santiago: Marvin Martinez’s Vision for Latino and Adult Learners Marvin Martinez, an immigrant from El Salvador, built a 36-year career in higher education leadership, expanding access, advocating for Latino students, and promoting community college partnerships, workforce development, and adult education to meet changing demographics and uplift underrepresented communities. by Frank DiMaria
Administration April 2025 PREMIUM Miami Dade College: Transforming Education and Growing Tomorrow’s Workforce Miami Dade College drives South Florida’s economy through education, workforce innovation, and strategic industry partnerships, especially in AI and apprenticeships, while empowering a diverse, largely Hispanic student body with accessible, career-focused pathways and national leadership in higher education. by Madeline Pumariega
Administration April 2025 PREMIUM RVCC Programs Offer Hope, Opportunities, and Support for Latino Students Raritan Valley Community College supports Latino students through outreach programs like CRECER and EOF, offering mentorship, financial aid, and academic resources to ease college transitions, improve success rates, celebrate Hispanic culture, and foster community engagement and educational opportunity. by Dr. Michael J. McDonough
