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.
Administration October 2024 PREMIUM 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.
Hispanic Community October 2024 PREMIUM 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. by Dr. Christina Abreu
Arts and Media October 2024 PREMIUM 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. by The Roger Thayer Stone Center for Latin American Studies staff
Administration October 2024 PREMIUM Manuel Martinez: the First Lay and Latino President at Dominican University Manuel Martinez, the first lay person and Latino to lead the Dominican University, brings his diverse background as well as his business and academic experience to expand Dominican University’s visibility and improve student preparation for the technologically changing workforce through a strong financial aid program. by Gary M. Stern
Hispanic Community October 2024 PREMIUM 60 Years of Impact: Indiana University’s CLACS and Its Lasting Contributions to Latin America and the Caribbean The Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS) at Indiana University plays a central role in interdisciplinary education and research on Latin America and the Caribbean. As part of the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, CLACS promotes global engagement and offers diverse academic programs, including language courses and graduate degrees. by Serafín M. Coronel-Molina
Hispanic Community October 2024 PREMIUM 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
