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.
Hispanic Community March 2024 PREMIUM Empowering Latina Voices:The Journey and Legacy of LULAC’s Lupe Torres Lupe Torres epitomizes Latina empowerment through a journey from modest beginnings to national leadership, advocating for equality and opportunity. With resilience and integrity, she champions community service, education, and women’s voices, leaving a legacy of empowerment and inspiring a new generation to create positive change. by David Cruz
Administration March 2024 PREMIUM Fostering Equity and Inclusion: Sylvia Alva’s Leadership at California State University-Fullerton Sylvia Alva, interim president of Cal State Fullerton, prioritizes equity, inclusion, and social justice. With deep ties to the university and a commitment to student success, particularly for Hispanic and first-generation students, she implements strategic plans while emphasizing support and guidance for all undergraduates. by Gary M. Stern
Hispanic Community March 2024 PREMIUM Two Immigrants Connect on Shark Tank Johanna Windon’s journey from immigrant child struggling with language barriers to successful entrepreneur and Shark Tank contestant showcases resilience and the transformative power of education. Her experience as a teacher provided valuable skills for her restaurant business, culminating in a $400,000 deal with Robert Herjavec. by Frank DiMaria
Administration March 2024 PREMIUM News From Washington March 2024 marks Super Tuesday in the election cycle, with 16 states holding primaries. Candidates face significant challenges, including Biden's perceived frailties and Trump's legal issues. Deep divides exist on issues like housing costs, immigration, and college campus controversies, shaping the political landscape by Peggy Sands Orchowski
Hispanic Community March 2024 PREMIUM La Verdad y el Bien en el aula In the face of uncertainty, humanity has responded with curiosity and faith. While curiosity drives the pursuit of truth through arts and sciences, faith offers magic, religion, and ideologies. Despite their distinct compasses, both aim to make the world understandable and guide moral choices. by Enrique Del Risco
Administration March 2024 PREMIUM Overcoming and Growing: Building Foundational Relationships Dr. Cortes-Kennedy delves into equity, diversity, and inclusion. highlighting the hurdles encountered by Latinas in both education and professional realms. She promotes storytelling to foster comprehension, tackles relational aggression, and recommends the CARE framework for nurturing supportive female bonds. by Alyssa, S. Cortes-Kennedy, Ph.D.
