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 November 2026 Premium Did you know? Roots of Learning: Education Among the Maya, Mexica, and Inca Long before modern schools emerged, the peoples of the Americas had developed rich traditions of teaching and learning. From family instruction and community practices to specialized institutions, the Mexica, Maya, and Inca passed down knowledge, skills, and values, preparing new generations for life and their roles in society.
Administration November 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education November 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 November 2026 Premium School Library November 2026 This month featuring books on Education, Opportunity, and Latino Upward Mobility from Amazon and on Financing Higher Education from The University of Chicago 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 August 2018 Lehman College Art Gallery To Exhibit 20th Century Mexican Painting Masterpieces [Education News] The Lehman College Art Gallery, in conjunction with the Mexican National Commission of Public Textbooks and the Institute for Mexicans Abroad through the Consulate General of Mexico in New York, will present a major exhibition of 20th century Mexican painting masterpieces from August 13 to September 22.
Financing August 2018 UConn To Seek $79 Million More From The State [Education News] The University of Connecticut is asking for $79 million more from the state to cover labor expenses and capital improvements. The Connecticut Post reported Wednesday the university Board of Trustees has approved a request from the chief financial officer for $234.3 million for the 2019-20 fiscal year, and $269.7 million in the 2020-21 fiscal year.
Global August 2018 DCCCD Students Can Now Earn International Honors Certificate At Tuition Rate [Education News] Students can now earn an International Honors Certificate at the seven Dallas Community Colleges. If students have completed at least 12 credit hours from one of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) schools, they can obtain the certificate at the DCCCD tuition rate. Enrollment is open through August 22.
Global August 2018 Providence, RWU Partner On English Teaching Program [Education News] Rhode Island is expediting a program to certify more Providence educators to teach English as a second language. The program is a partnership between the Providence school district and Roger Williams University. One out of every three students in the city school system is learning English and yet only a third of the district's 2,000 teachers are specially trained to instruct these students.
Financing August 2018 Promocodes.com Launches $5,000 Cost-Conscious Student Scholarship [Education News] Coupon site Promocodes.com announced the launch of the Promocodes.com $5,000 Cost-Conscious Student Scholarship. Student applicants are asked to submit a 2-3-minute video that answers the question; What have you done to save for your future? One student will be selected and announced during the month of September 2018.
Global August 2018 Will He Or Won't He? Trump Sows Confusion On Shutdown Plans [Beyond Education] President Donald Trump is sowing confusion about whether he's committed to keeping the government open through the fall elections or would willingly shut it down to secure more money for his promised wall at the U.S.-Mexico border. Trump on Tuesday escalated his public threats of a government shutdown, even as he has told aides privately that he won't make any move until after the midterm elections.
