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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
The number of Hispanic college graduates, especially women, has significantly increased. Meanwhile, universities face protests, balancing free speech and enforcement. Immigration remains a contentious election issue, with a bipartisan border tightening "poison pill" provision facing opposition, complicating legislative efforts and impacting upcoming elections.
Photo by Jeison Higuita on Unsplash High in the Andes, where Peru and Bolivia share a sacred border more than 12,500 feet above sea level, lies Lake Titicaca—the highest navigable lake in the world. Revered in Andean cosmology and central to many pre-Columbian myths, the lake spans over 8,300 square kilometers and holds not only ecological richness but also remarkable cultural heritage. Near the Peruvian city of Puno, a unique community continues to float—literally—on its waters. These are the Uros, an Indigenous people whose homes is not on land but on human-made islands built entirely of reeds. According to the BBC, approximately 1,300 Uros people live on around 80 man-made floating islands in Lake Titicaca today.
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.
At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
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.
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The Public Policy Institute of California’s report highlights the financial challenges college students face but emphasizes the value of obtaining a degree for better job prospects and higher earnings. Researcher Marisol Cuellar Mejía offers advice on managing tuition and housing issues that often hinder students' progress in higher education.
The U.S. faces a critical healthcare worker shortage, with 1.8 million job openings annually through 2032, driven by population growth, aging, and pandemic burnout. Increasing diversity in healthcare through targeted education can improve care quality and outcomes, particularly for minority groups.
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The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) empowers Hispanic physicians and improves health equity through educational programs, impactful internships, and the College Health Scholars Program, providing resources and mentorship to Hispanic students in medicine.
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Community colleges significantly boost social mobility, especially for Hispanic/Latino students. Hispanic Outlook annually recognizes the top 50 institutions by enrollment and degrees granted, highlighting the growing role of both two- and four-year public colleges in serving this expanding student population.
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.
