Beyond the Classroom: ELAC’s Resources and Programs for First Generation Students

East Los Angeles College (ELAC) supports a diverse, primarily Hispanic student body with programs like the First Year Experience, free tuition through the College Promise program, and dedicated resources. Student testimonials illustrate ELAC’s transformative role in fostering academic success, community engagement, and personal growth.

Binding Communities Together Across Borders: Binational Mexico-U.S. Hometown Associations

A mid the current hyperbole regarding immigration and who has the right to reside in the U.S., it is important to take a step back and analyze the broader context of how the tapestry of U.S. society has been woven over time, and how it continues to be woven by immigrants on a daily basis, in complex ways – keeping in mind that “immigrants” include those who are first-generation U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents, as well as recently-arrived migrants who may be undocumented, or may have temporary/seasonal legal work permits. 

Top 100 Colleges and Universities for Hispanics

Baylor University: Beyond Bridges and Silos in Support of Hispanic Students 

Standing out in Texas for its programs and services supporting Hispanic students, Baylor University has earned the status of an “Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution.” With 16% of its student body identifying as Hispanic or Latino, Baylor offers robust academic programs, such as Spanish for Heritage Speakers and a Certificate in Spanish for Health Professions, aimed at enhancing cultural and linguistic competencies.   

NIU’s Center for Latino and Latin American Studies: Promoting Dialogue on Latinx Issues and Interdisciplinary Research

Northern Illinois University’s Center for Latino and Latin American Studies (CLLAS) is a key hub for addressing Latinx issues and fostering academic and cultural engagement as well as research, a priority for the Center.  

Celebrating a Century of Interdisciplinary Excellence

The Roger Thayer Stone Center for Latin American Studies at Tulane University is celebrating one hundred years, with significant contributions to research, teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration in Latin American Studies. Since its conception, the Center has evolved into a leading hub for academic excellence, with a broad focus on various disciplines, regions, and perspectives across Latin America.