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
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
Administration April 2024 Top 50 Community Colleges for Hispanics Each year, Hispanic Outlook recognizes the invaluable support that community colleges across the country offer to Hispanic/Latino students, as part of their mission to provide opportunities to students from the widest spectrum of American society – particularly those who are better served by local, flexible course schedules, affordable fees and practical, career- oriented pathways.
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
Technology September 2024 PREMIUM Navigating Ethical AI Use in Education As artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more integrated into education, offering both benefits and challenges, Institutions should establish clear guidelines and provide education on proper AI use. by Jennifer Bailey
Administration September 2024 PREMIUM More than Representation: Celebrating and Honoring Hispanic/ Latinx Heritage Month in Colleges & Universities Colleges and universities have a unique opportunity to celebrate and recognize the contributions and experiences of Hispanic and Latinx students during the Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, which allows institutions to foster inclusion, honor cultural diversity, and create meaningful events and activities that amplify the voices and experiences of Hispanic and Latinx individuals within the academic community. by Sanjuana Rodriguez, Ph.D.
Arts and Media September 2024 PREMIUM Lost in Translation: Humorous Spanish Idioms Humor is inherent in human nature, yet sometimes elusive.
Administration September 2024 PREMIUM New Leaders September 2024 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 2024 PREMIUM School Library This month featuring books on Hispanic Heritage from Amazon and Corners in Latin America From Trinity University Press
