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.
The U.S. hosts several UNESCO World Heritage Sites that highlight its rich prehistoric and Indigenous cultural legacies, including ancient settlements, ceremonial earthworks, and sacred dwellings—testaments to advanced societies with complex trade networks, architecture, astronomy, and enduring cultural traditions.
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.
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.
Emerging HSIs (institutions with 15-24.99% Hispanic enrollment) are growing in number but face challenges in awareness and support due to their lack of federal recognition and funding, unlike full HSIs. It is relevant to raise awareness about the emerging HSI designation among institutional stakeholders, as it is critical for shaping practices that support Hispanic students. Although funding is a motivator, the need for institutional commitment to serving these students and recognizing their growing presence is paramount.
Once again, we are delighted to share the remarkable beauty and significance of preserving unique natural sites in Latin America, as recognized by UNESCO.
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) is committed to empowering the next generation of Latino journalists through scholarships, mentorship, and professional opportunities, and preparing them to be advocates and transform the media industry.
The Center for Latin American and Border Studies at New Mexico State University, housed in the historical Nason House, fosters excellence in supporting various academic programs, teaching, and research on Latin American and U.S.-Mexico border issues.
The United States and Mexico share a complex, deeply intertwined relationship marked by significant challenges, including migration, trade, and crime. The Center for the U.S. and Mexico at Rice University addresses these issues through research, education, and fostering mutual understanding, particularly in Texas.
Latinos and Blacks are underrepresented in STEM fields due to complex factors like underfunded schools, lack of role models, and financial barriers. However, initiatives and strategies are increasing Latino participation, with experts offering tips to help students succeed in STEM careers.
SAF empowers farmworkers and students through education, leadership development, and advocacy, addressing critical needs like higher education access and dignified living conditions. Programs like Into the Fields, Solidaridad, Levante Leadership Institute, and From the Ground Up nurture future leaders committed to social justice.
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The LCDEF‘s premiere BoardReady Institute (BRI) is a comprehensive program uniquely designed to prepare and position aspiring directors for boardroom success. There is no other programming of this scope focused on accelerating the preparation, development, and placement of highly credentialed Latinos who are aspiring directors onto the highest levels of corporate governance.
Albert Einstein, whose theories revolutionized our understanding of the universe, questioned the practical application of theories versus their theoretical ideals. This skepticism extends to modern university concepts like "safe spaces," highlighting discrepancies between theory and practice in higher education's organizational principles and societal challenges.
Amidst teaching Spanish as a teaching assistant in an American university, the author encounters a student who declares herself a Maoist. He reflects on this and discusses the fervor surrounding book censorship in both liberal and conservative circles, emphasizing the enriching value of diverse reading experiences.
