Closing the Gap: Pew Study Calls for More Latino Graduate Students

A Pew Research Center study highlights that only 7% of Latinos hold graduate degrees, driven by financial barriers, limited guidance, and first-generation challenges. Experts stress the need for increased accessibility, mentorship, and systemic reforms to boost Latino graduate success. Photo by The Jopwell Collection on Unsplash

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

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New Leaders May 2024

At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.  

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This month featuring books on Inspiring STEM Careers for Kids. from Amazon and  Nature & Environment from Brandeis University Press  

Empowering Underrepresented Scholars in STEM at the University of Arizona’s Science, Engineering, and Math Scholars Program

The Arizona Science, Engineering, and Math Scholars (ASEMS) program supports underrepresented students in STEM fields through inclusive community building, mentoring, and tailored coursework. As spring semester ends, graduating scholars reflect on their transformative experiences, while new scholars are welcomed into a supportive environment emphasizing academic success and personal growth.  

Latin America’s Basilicas: Where Heaven Touches Earth

Catholic worship spaces vary in purpose and hierarchy, from chapels to cathedrals and basilicas—churches granted special status for their historical and spiritual importance. This piece highlights five remarkable Latin American basilicas that continue to serve as pilgrimage destinations and cultural landmarks.

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This month featuring books on Hispanic Heritage from Amazon and Corners in Latin America From Trinity University Press  

Traumatic Stress and Depression among Latine College Students: The Effects of Acculturation and Place of Birth

The study examines how identity-based acculturation and place of birth influence the relationship between traumatic stress due to family separation and depression in Latine college students. It found that U.S. Identity and being foreign-born moderate this relationship, affecting depressive symptoms. 

Binding Communities Together Across Borders: Binational Mexico-U.S. Hometown Associations

A mid the current hyperbole regarding immigration and who has the right to reside in the U.S., it is important to take a step back and analyze the broader context of how the tapestry of U.S. society has been woven over time, and how it continues to be woven by immigrants on a daily basis, in complex ways – keeping in mind that “immigrants” include those who are first-generation U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents, as well as recently-arrived migrants who may be undocumented, or may have temporary/seasonal legal work permits. 

HOLA: A Beacon of Light for Latino Artists

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors (HOLA), founded in 1975, champions Latino talent in the arts, promoting diversity and cultural heritage through various programs and events. Transitioning to the Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists, HOLA now supports Latino artists across all creative disciplines, fostering success and visibility globally.

Tango: Un arte inclusivo

Tango, an inclusive art form, traces its roots from diverse cultural influences. Born thanks to immigrants’ contributions, it represents a universal language of connection fostering an authentic embrace through acceptance, bonding, containment and freedom