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 August 2026 Premium Meet Six Latin American Nobel Laureates in Literature Six Latin American Nobel laureates in literature are highlighted through their backgrounds, literary achievements and lasting influence. From Gabriela Mistral to Mario Vargas Llosa, their diverse voices, experiences and perspectives helped shape Latin American literature and earned worldwide recognition.
Administration August 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education August 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 August 2026 Premium School Library August 2026 This month featuring books on Intellectual Architects of Latin America from Amazon and Nation Builders of Latin America from Yale University 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.
Arts and Media October 2024 PREMIUM School Library October 2024 This month featuring books on Hispanics’ Pathways to Education from Amazon and Key Issues in Education from Southern Illinois University Press
Administration September 2024 PREMIUM NJCU President Andrés Acebo: A Change Agent Andrés Acebo embodies the role of a change agent, having led New Jersey City University (NJCU) through a remarkable recovery from fiscal emergency within just 20 months as interim president. His leadership is marked by a deep commitment to advocating for underserved, first-generation students, drawing on his own experiences as the son of immigrants. Acebo’s drive and strength come from a personal mission to give back to the diverse community that shaped him. by Michelle Adam
Hispanic Community September 2024 PREMIUM From Classroom to Newsroom: NAHJ’s Commitment to the Next Generation of Latino Journalists The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) is committed to empowering the next generation of Latino journalists through scholarships, mentorship, and professional opportunities, and preparing them to be advocates and transform the media industry. by Yaneth Guillén-Diaz
Arts and Media September 2024 PREMIUM Forjando puentes entre dos naciones: El rol de la Fundación de la Universidad de Guadalajara en Estados Unidos The Mexican community significantly influences the U.S. economy and culture. For the past sixteen years, the University of Guadalajara Foundation USA has promoted cultural exchange, empowerment, and integration through various initiatives, especially during Hispanic Heritage Month. by The University of Guadalajara Foundation, USA staff
Hispanic Community September 2024 PREMIUM NMSU’s Center for Latin American and Border Studies: Promoting Academic Excellence and Community Outreach The Center for Latin American and Border Studies at New Mexico State University, housed in the historical Nason House, fosters excellence in supporting various academic programs, teaching, and research on Latin American and U.S.-Mexico border issues. by David G. Ortiz, Ph.D.
Hispanic Community September 2024 PREMIUM Rice University’s Center for the U.S. and Mexico: Public Policy Spanning Two Nations The United States and Mexico share a complex, deeply intertwined relationship marked by significant challenges, including migration, trade, and crime. The Center for the U.S. and Mexico at Rice University addresses these issues through research, education, and fostering mutual understanding, particularly in Texas. by Tony Payan, Ph.D.
