Photo by Ashwin Vaswani on Unsplash Pope Francis inspired global climate action through his encyclicals, advocacy for Indigenous rights, and moral leadership. His legacy connects faith with environmental justice, influencing political summits, grassroots activism, and the Catholic Church’s commitment to ecological and social responsibility.
Photo courtesy of Azul Azul, a Latina-led ocean justice organization, empowers Latino communities through advocacy, leadership, culture, and policy to protect the ocean. By centering people and justice, Azul transforms conservation into a movement rooted in identity, equity, and collective action for change.
At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
As we look back on 2024, we have the opportunity to reflect on areas of progress and examine the lessons that can be learned from the challenges that appeared.
Willingness to understand others is a sublime virtue that unites us.
Marta Cronin, the first Latina president of Delaware County Community College, leverages her personal journey and leadership to inspire students, promote diversity, expand dual enrollment, and address industry needs through innovative programs and strategic community partnerships.
The Columbia Global Center Santiago connects Columbia University with Latin America, fostering collaboration in education, research, and innovation. It addresses global and local challenges through thematic pillars—climate, humanities, journalism, and democracy—while supporting scholars, students, and impactful partnerships.
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Latine students, particularly Latinas, are underrepresented in study abroad research, with few studies examining how race and ethnicity influence students’ experiences and outcomes. As U.S. colleges educate increasingly diverse populations, more research is needed to understand the barriers and benefits of study abroad for Latina students.
In this issue, we provide readers with a basic profile of Latin American and Caribbean Studies – how many students obtain degrees and certificates in this field, and how has this evolved over the past 30 years? To what extent have Hispanic/Latino students taken part in these programs?
A Pew Research Center study highlights that only 7% of Latinos hold graduate degrees, driven by financial barriers, limited guidance, and first-generation challenges. Experts stress the need for increased accessibility, mentorship, and systemic reforms to boost Latino graduate success. Photo by The Jopwell Collection on Unsplash
Higher education data shows that the pathway between undergraduate and graduate education narrows considerably for Hispanics/Latinos, with relatively few continuing their studies at this level, resulting in a persistent under-representation of Hispanics/Latinos in Master’s and PhD programs.
Hispanics face retirement challenges due to low financial literacy, limited savings, and distrust of financial institutions. Improved education, proactive planning, and investment in diverse assets like real estate and mutual funds can help bridge wealth gaps and ensure financial security.
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