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 May 2026 Premium Endangered Cultural Heritage Sites in Latin America: Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California The Gulf of California, Mexico’s final UNESCO-listed endangered site in this series, is a globally vital marine ecosystem renowned for exceptional biodiversity and scenic beauty. Despite strong protections, overfishing, development, and pollution threaten its fragile habitats, demanding sustained conservation efforts and greater global awareness.
Administration May 2026 New Leaders in Education May 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 May 2026 Premium School Library May 2026 This month featuring books on AI's Social Impact from Amazon and Latin America's Environmental Future from University of California 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.
Administration December 2025 PREMIUM A Look at the Current Context: Additional Key Issues in 2025 Amid the year’s broad coverage of political, technological, and educational issues, a major milestone in global religious leadership stood out: the appointment of the first American pope, Pope Leo XIV. With a multicultural background and deep ties to Peru—shaped by his extensive missionary work and eventual Peruvian citizenship—his election marked a historic moment for the Roman Catholic Church.
Hispanic Community December 2025 PREMIUM Did you know? Highlights from 2025 Four years ago, we launched this section to bring Latin America closer, through its history, culture, geography, politics, education, language and more. Each year we have uncovered new corners, stories, personalities and also rediscovered older ones. In that spirit, this year we took our readers on a journey that included exploring more iconic heritage sites, delving into fascinating ancient traditions, showcasing personalities who have made key contributions in diverse areas, and providing glimpses into the music world and the richness of the Spanish language, among others.
Administration December 2025 New Leaders in Higher Ed.: Hispanic Leadership 2025 At H.O., we take pride in honoring the Hispanic/Latino administrators appointed in 2025, celebrating their leadership and the impact they continue to make across higher education.
Administration December 2025 PREMIUM Cross-Cultural Learning (Part II): A Profile of Spanish Language and Literature Programs Trends in Spanish Language and Literature Programs show a two-decade decline in the total number of degrees and institutions offering them, alongside a major rise in Hispanic/Latino participation—now accounting for nearly half of all SLL graduates. by Adriana Alcántara
Health Care December 2025 PREMIUM Closing the Gaps: Mentorship as a Key to Equity in Communication Science Disorder (CSD), Part II Systemic barriers—including pipeline leaks, limited representation, unequal access to guidance, and underfunded mentorship—undermine diversity in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Research shows that structured, intersectional, well-funded mentoring is essential to improve inclusion, retention, and long-term success for URM students and faculty. by Linda Carozza, Ph.D. & Kiara Medina, B. A.
Hispanic Community December 2025 PREMIUM Bridging Rural Divides: Supporting English Language Learners in Midwest Communities The rapid growth of immigrant populations in rural Midwest communities has exposed deep educational inequities for English Language Learners. Under-resourced schools, limited teacher preparation, and structural barriers demand systemic, equity-focused reforms that recognize linguistic and cultural diversity as essential strengths for student success. by Giselle Martinez Negrette, Ph.D.
