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 March 2026 Premium Did you know? Sor Juana’s Fearless Words A leading intellectual voice of the seventeenth century, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz defended women’s right to knowledge and justice. In A los hombres, she criticizes the hypocrisy and double standards with which society judges women.
Administration March 2026 Premium New Leaders in Education March 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 March 2026 School Library March 2026 This month featuring books on Latina Strength from Amazon and on Latina Legacies from the University of Texas Press
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Year In Review 2024 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. by Adriana Alcántara & Alejandra Suarez
Administration December 2024 Premium Did you know?: 2024 Year in Review Willingness to understand others is a sublime virtue that unites us.
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Dr. Marta Cronin: Leading with a Sense of Responsibility to Future Latina College Presidents 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. by Frank DiMaria
Legal February 2018 High Court: Detained Immigrants Not Entitled To Bond Hearing [Beyond Education] The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that immigrants the government has detained and is considering deporting aren't entitled by law to a bond hearing after six months in detention and then every six months if they're still being held. The case is a class-action lawsuit brought by immigrants who've spent long periods in custody.
Global February 2018 Hillary Clinton To Speak At Yale University's Class Day [Education News] Hillary Clinton will speak at this year's Class Day at Yale University. Class Day is an annual event at the New Haven, Connecticut, university that honors achievements in academic, artistic and athletic fields. Past notable speakers include former Secretary of State John Kerry and former Vice President Joe Biden in 2015.
Legal February 2018 Judge Refuses To Step Aside In School Shooting Case [Education News] A judge has refused to step aside from the case of Florida school shooting suspect Nikolas Cruz as requested by his lawyers. Court records show that Broward County Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer denied the request Monday. Cruz's lawyers claimed Scherer has made rulings and comments that indicate favoritism for prosecutors.
Health Care February 2018 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® Raises $4.3M During National Radio Event With Univision And The THIS SHIRT SAVES LIVES T-shirt Movement [On A Positive Note Beyond Education]
Global February 2018 Higher Education Institution Tells Possible Students Peaceful Protest OK The University of New Hampshire is telling prospective students that any disciplinary actions they might face due to peaceful protests in which they are exercising their First Amendment rights will not affect the school's admission decision. The information was contained in a Saturday tweet and a post to the school's Facebook account.
Global February 2018 The Latest: Thousands Rally For Gun Reform In Florida [Education News] About 1,000 protesters wearing orange T-shirts with the hashtag #gunreformnow are holding a rally on the steps of the Florida Capitol. The Monday morning demonstration was led by former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine, who's a Democratic candidate for Florida governor. The protesters planned to attend senate committee meetings, during which bills to address gun laws and school safety will be discussed.
