2024 Calendar of Events in the U.S. and Latin America – Part II

La universidad ¿un espacio seguro?

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.

Los libros como enemigo

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.  

Los doctorados que obtienen los salarios más altos

Spotlight on University of Houston-Downtown’s Scholars Academy

The UHD Scholars Academy, a federally designated Hispanic-serving and Minority-serving institution, celebrates its 25th year supporting STEM undergraduates through faculty and peer mentoring, tuition support, community engagement, and research opportunities, and fostering a diverse pipeline of prepared candidates for graduate programs and industry.  

The Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley: Empowering Latinos’ Lives through Education and Leadership Development

The Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley empowers Latinos through education, leadership, and community engagement. Initiatives like the Latinos in Technology Scholarship Initiative address disparities in STEM fields, while programs like the Hispanic Foundation College Success Programs and Latino Board Leadership Academy promote education and leadership development. Through convening and engagement efforts, the foundation fosters dialogue and collaboration, ensuring Latino voices are heard and valued in Silicon Valley.

El turno del ofendido

 In light of the increasing hypersensitivity to offense in universities today, exemplified by instances like mispronouncing names or assuming ethnic stereotypes, it becomes crucial to counterbalance this trend by, for instance, addressing the normalization of oppression in certain contexts. The author illustrates this concern with the example of the Spanish textbook ‘Experiencias,’ published by Wiley, which minimizes oppression, thereby hindering empathy and posing threats to democracy and human rights.

From Vision to Success: Western Technical College’s 50-year Journey

Western Technical College has been constantly evolving for fifty years, emphasizing its responsiveness to community needs, diverse student support, and career-focused education. It has always been committed to providing quality training in a caring, professional environment, ensuring student success.

First in the Family

First generation students still face challenges to succeed in college; however, there are more opportunities than ever and support programs, such as financial aid, and campus resources to address academic, financial, and social obstacles.

Universal Technical Institute: Career Readiness through Accelerated Programs

At Universal Technical Institute and Concorde Career Colleges, students are encouraged to explore alternative pathways in higher education, and consider one-year programs in transportation, energy, skilled trades, dental, and healthcare professions. UTI, Inc. is committed to provide hands-on experience and industry connections, offering accelerated programs catering to career readiness and advancement.

The Next Step for “The Unstoppables”: Hispanic Women CEOs

Empowering Latina Voices:The Journey and Legacy of LULAC’s Lupe Torres

Lupe Torres epitomizes Latina empowerment through a journey from modest beginnings to national leadership, advocating for equality and opportunity. With resilience and integrity, she champions community service, education, and women’s voices, leaving a legacy of empowerment and inspiring a new generation to create positive change.