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
Administration August 2025 Premium New Leaders in Education August 2025 At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
Hispanic Community August 2025 Premium One Language, Many Voices: Examples of Cultural Diversity in the Spanish Language Although a language fulfills the essential function of communicating and improving understanding between parties, that is not its only role. Language is a cultural expression that reflects a way of feeling, thinking, living, and conceiving the world. For this reason, a single language can display as many variations as the settings in which it is used, geographical, social, and contextual—such as formal or informal registers, age, or education level. Because of this complexity, it is challenging to universalize concepts on the use of language.
Arts and Media August 2025 Premium School Library August 2025 This month featuring books on Leading with Latinidad from Amazon and on Latin America Power and Policy from Princeton University 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
Administration March 2025 PREMIUM Dr. Lisa Cardoza: American River College's Greatest Cheerleader Photo courtesy of American River College Lisa Cardoza, the first Latina president of American River College, champions diversity, student success, and community partnerships. Overcoming early challenges, she now focuses on expanding Latino support programs, improving transfer rates, and enhancing financial aid to foster student achievement. by Michelle Adam
Administration March 2025 PREMIUM News from Washington, March 2025 Photo courtesy of toshy_o from Getty Images Pro College enrollment trends in 2025 are complex, with conflicting reports on growth and decline across different institutions and programs. Factors include increased short-term program enrollment, declining small colleges, foreign student numbers, and concerns over degree value. by Peggy Sands Orchowski
Hispanic Community March 2025 PREMIUM Las latinas enfrentan desafíos constantes en el mundo laboral Photo courtesy of Kanawa_studio at Getty Images Las mujeres hispanas/latinas aún enfrentan desigualdad en términos de salario en comparación con los hombres blancos no hispanos en EE. UU. y no alcanzarán la equidad salarial hasta el año 2206, según un informe del Instituto de Investigación sobre Políticas para la Mujer (Institute for Women’s Policy Research). En promedio, ganan $28,911 menos por año que los hombres blancos. La educación es la clave para superar esta brecha. by Frank DiMaria
Financing March 2025 PREMIUM 100 Hispanic Women National: The Mission of Empowering Latinas Photo courtesy of 100 Hispanic Women National 100 Hispanic Women National, Inc. empowers Latinas through education, leadership development, and scholarships. Led by President Catherine Garcia and Scholarship President Jillian Gonzalez Pellegrino, the organization provides mentorship, financial aid, and networking opportunities to help Latinas achieve academic and professional success. by Jillian Gonzalez Pellegrino
Education March 2025 PREMIUM Empowering Women Leaders: The Role of Mentorship, Policy Reform and Representation Women in leadership face barriers despite their qualifications. Mentorship, institutional opportunities, and policy changes are key to overcoming these challenges. Expanding networks, promoting diversity, and addressing biases can empower women, ensuring equitable representation in education and leadership roles. by LeAnne Salazar Montoya, Ph.D.
Administration March 2025 PREMIUM New Leaders in Education March 2025 At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
