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This growth of support aligns with recent research that has focused on the role that higher education, and Hispanic Serving Institutions in particular, can play in building economic and workforce stability by understanding the needs, interests, skills and talents of Latinos in the United States.
October and November are shrouded in mystery—a time when curiosity stirs as the unknown comes into focus.
At H.O. we congratulate new education leaders that have embarked on the challenging but very rewarding journey of education leadership.
This month featuring books on College Financial Aid from Amazon and Hispanics and Latinos From Texas Tech University Press
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.
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
As we approach the year’s final month, December invites us to reflect on the past and look forward to what lies ahead.
Hispanic voters were pivotal in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, driving Donald Trump’s victory with historic Republican support. Economic concerns, immigration, and cultural divides shaped their shift, with Hispanic-American middle-class men playing a decisive role in changing party dynamics.
Mount Saint Mary College equips first-generation students like Patricia Sanchez and Ashley Leonor for success through financial aid, scholarships, and campus support, leading to high employment rates, strong graduate school placements, and significant long-term returns on investment for graduates.
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Mexico City - Photo by Luis Covarrubias on Unsplash Las tradiciones y costumbres de las celebraciones católicas permanecen profundamente arraigadas en los países iberoamericanos, donde son ampliamente celebradas y compartidas a lo largo de la región.
Despite improved global literacy, Hispanic families, especially recent immigrants, face barriers to children’s education due to low income and limited English proficiency. Early literacy support in English and native languages, along with economic assistance, could help close the educational gap for Hispanic children.
Marta Cronin, the first Latina president of Delaware County Community College, leverages her personal journey and leadership to inspire students, promote diversity, expand dual enrollment, and address industry needs through innovative programs and strategic community partnerships.
