Global April 2020

Trump, Harvard And Virus Relief Package

President Donald Trump said he’s going to ask Harvard to pay back money intended for small businesses. Harvard said in a statement that it neither received nor asked for that money.

Health Care April 2020

Brown U Provides Rooms For Frontline Workers

Frontline workers in Rhode Island are living in dorms at Brown University. There is no cost for the single-occupancy rooms, however, laundry and meal services are available for a fee.

Financing April 2020

Congress Set To Pass $483B Virus Aid

A $483 billion virus aid package is to be voted on by Congress. The bill was approved by Senate on April 21. Most of the funding would go to boost a small-business payroll loan program.

Global April 2020

Trump Order To Bar New Green Cards

An executive order the president is planning to sign April 22 will "temporary suspension of immigration into the United States." Temporary visas are not to be affected by this order.

Global April 2020

Students Raising Produce For Food Banks

Students at Purdue University have gone from growing food for the university’s dining service to growing food for local food banks, which need help with supplies during the pandemic.

Financing April 2020

Update On $500B COVID-19 Package

According to the Senate Democratic Leader, Chuck Schumer, the $500 billion coronavirus aid package could be passed in the Senate as early as the afternoon of April 21.

Global April 2020

Countries And US States Move To Reopen

Countries around the world, as well as states like Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia and Colorado, are moving to gradually reopen amid COVID-19 health warnings.

Global April 2020

Trump Vows To 'Suspend Immigration'

In a tweet he sent out late on April 20, President Donald Trump said he would be “temporarily suspend immigration” to the U.S. via executive order because of COVID-19.

Administration April 2020 Premium

Kansas Colleges Strive To Keep Latinos Enrolled

Editor’s Note: Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, Kansas schools faced challenges with keeping Latino students enrolled. But what is the solution? More funds? Or more guidance?

Hispanic Community April 2020 Premium

Ph.D. Is It Worth It?

The answer? Of course, it is! IF you select the right major. It’s that simple. Now to the dingy details.

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Gustavo A. Mellander

Administration April 2020 Premium

Missouri Schools Mull How To Support Hispanics

Editor’s Note: Missouri schools have been trying to better serve Hispanics, and while COVID-19 has put some things on hold, the foundation they’ve created is still vital to the future.

Administration April 2020 Premium

The Power Of The Hispanic Vote: The Facts That Really Matter

In 2019, three headlines said it’s all about the future of Hispanic-Serving Institutions