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 September 2026 Premium Did you know? Lost in Translation II: Spanish Expressions with No Direct Equivalent in English Spanish is rich in expressions whose meanings cannot always be translated directly into English. This collection explores 15 colorful phrases, revealing how language reflects culture, humor, emotion, and everyday experiences across the diverse Spanish-speaking world.
Administration September 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education September 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 September 2026 School Library September 2026 This month featuring books on Bilingualism: Language as a Cultural Expression from Amazon and Exploring Identity and Belonging from University of Illinois 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.
Hispanic Community November 2024 PREMIUM Creating A Sense of Belonging: Fany DeJesús Hannon’s Vision as UConn’s Dean of Students Fany DeJesús Hannon, UConn’s Dean of Students, overcame language barriers to become a role model for Latinx/a/o students, emphasizing cultural pride and belonging, and supporting UConn’s RISE initiative through programs like Camina Conmigo to serve its growing Hispanic/Latino population. by Stephanie Reitz
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM Dr. Martha Garcia: A Transformational Leader Dr. Martha Garcia, Mt. San Antonio College's first Latina president, aims to transform higher education by focusing on student belonging, accountability, and success. With a history of impactful leadership, she champions programs addressing mental health, basic needs, and cultural support, especially for Latino and first-generation students. by Michelle Adam
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM CSUSM’s Coaching Program: Empowers Freshmen to Thrive California State University San Marcos’ Office of Success Coaching helps first-year Latinx and underserved students transition to college, improve retention, and foster persistence through personalized support. by Eric Breier
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM 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. by Kevin Jimenez
Administration November 2024 PREMIUM 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. by Adriana Alcántara
