Meet our writers

We are an extended family and we take advantage of opportunities to work together.

  • Gary M. Stern

    +60 articles

    Gary Stern, a contributing writer for HO  has written hundreds of articles that have appeared in such leading publications as The Wall Street Journal, Investor's Business Daily, USA Weekend, Crain's New York Business, Electronic Business, and Tennis. 

  • Frank DiMaria

    +60 articles

    Frank DiMaria is a freelance writer living South Carolina. When he’s not writing he teaches computer science and digital literacy in a middle school in Fort Mill.

  • Gustavo A. Mellander

    +50 articles

    Dr. Mellander was a university dean for 15 years and a college president for 20.

  • Mary Ann Cooper

    +50 articles

    Whether the subject is health care or movies, women's issues or trends in television, Mary Ann has written about it or spoken about it. She is the author of more than 100 book projects including “Natural Cures for Common Diseases,” “101 Ways to Pamper Yourself,” and "Easy Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol." She was a nationally syndicated columnist for 30 years and contributing writer to an eclectic group of magazines including Hispanic Outlook, Women's World, Television Week, GRAND Magazine, Boxoffice Magazine, Looking Good Now Magazine, and American Media Special Magazines.  

  • Peggy Sands Orchowski

    +40 articles

    Peggy (Dr. Margaret) Sands Orchowski Ph.D. has been the credentialed Congressional Correspondent for the Hispanic Outlook on Higher Education magazine in Washington DC since 2006.  Her new book “The Law That Changed the Face of America: the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965” was published by Rowman & Littlefield in September in time for the 50th anniversary of its signing.

  • Enrique Del Risco

    +40 articles

    Enrique Del Risco Arrocha, also known as Enrisco, was born in Havana, Cuba, in 1967. He has a degree in History from the University of Havana and a doctorate in Latin American Literature from New York University (NYU), where he currently works. as a teacher in the department of Spanish and Portuguese. He was a finalist for the Cintas Foundation Fellowship for Creative Writing -for the project “Trilogía cubana del Hudson” (2011), and has received the following awards: Prize of the Contest Trece de Marzo 1993, Prize of Short Story magazine “Revolución y Cultura” 1994, Villa Awards de Madrid 1996 and V Ibero-American Cortes de Cádiz Award 2008, for the works: Shrunken Works (1992), Loss and recovery of innocence (1994), Crocodile tears (1998), Leve Historia de Cuba (2007), and ¿Qué Will they think of us in Japan? (2008).

All our writers

Shaylee Gibbs

Shaylee Gibbs is the PR Communications Specialist at Friends University, where she crafts and shares the university’s voice across various platforms. Her favorite aspect of her role is building connections with alumni and current students and highlighting their achievements, aspirations, and milestones.

Marcela Torres-Cervantes

Marcela Torres-Cervantes, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) is the Associate Director for the Carolina Latinx Center and a dedicated leader in higher education with nearly 10 years of experience building innovative programs and fostering sustainable practices. Passionate about creating inclusive spaces and advancing equity, Marcela’s work centers on collaboration and community connection.

Sandra Bertram Grant Ph.D.

Sandra Bertram Grant, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in Counseling Psychology at the University of Denver. Her research focuses on exploring strategies and interventions that will promote academic success and student retention, as well as increased representation of Latina/os in leadership roles.

Margarite Reinert

Margarite Reinert, LMSW, studied social work and criminal justice at the University of South Dakota and earned her master’s in social work at the University of Iowa. She teaches social work and researches trauma-informed practice and social justice. She serves on and is actively involved in university and community initiatives advancing social justice, education, and community well-being in Siouxland.

Marta V. Martínez, PhD

Marta V. Martínez, PhD is the Executive Director and Founder of Rhode Island Latino Arts (RILA). A writer and cultural leader, she has dedicated nearly four decades to advancing Latino arts, oral history, and community-based cultural initiatives across Rhode Island.  

Lynette E. Orellana Feliciano

La Dra. Lynette E. Orellana Feliciano es Profesora del Programa de Ciencia y Tecnología de Alimentos y actual Decana y Directora Interina del Colegio de Ciencias Agrícolas de la Universidad de Puerto Rico en Mayagüez. Cuenta con un doctorado en Ciencia de Alimentos (énfasis en Microbiología de Alimentos) de Washington State University, así como una maestría en Ciencia y Tecnología de Alimentos y un bachillerato en Microbiología del sistema UPR. Desde su ingreso al recinto en 2004, ha desarrollado una trayectoria sólida en docencia, investigación y administración académica, destacándose en la formación de estudiantes graduados, investigación y el desarrollo de programas académicos en el Colegio. Dr. Lynette E. Orellana Feliciano is a Professor in the Food Science and Technology Program and currently serves as Interim Dean and Director of the College of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez. She holds a Ph.D. in Food Science, with an emphasis in Food Microbiology, from Washington State University, as well as a master’s degree in Food Science and Technology and a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from the University of Puerto Rico system. Since joining the campus in 2004, she has built a strong career in teaching, research, and academic administration, standing out for her graduate student mentorship, research contributions, and leadership in developing academic programs within the College.

Pablo Quintela

Pablo Quintela is an Argentine industrial engineer. He was part of the CONAE (Argentine Space Agency) SAOCOM Project team from 2011 to 2021, where he was in charge of the Project Management Office (PMO). He currently works as a business consultant. Pablo Quintela es un ingeniero industrial argentino. Formó parte del equipo del proyecto SAOCOM de la agencia espacial argentina (CONAE) entre los años 2011 y 2021, a cargo de la Project Management Office (PMO). Actualmente se desempeña como consultor de negocios.

Abel R. Macias

Abel R. Macias is a PhD candidate in the Education for Social Justice program in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences at the University of San Diego. He also lectures in Chicana/o Studies at San Diego State University.

Roseilyn Guzman

Roseilyn Guzman (she/her/ella), serves as the Director of the Center for Latino Arts and Culture at Rutgers University. As a first-generation college graduate, she has dedicated herself to supporting students develop both personally and professionally during their collegiate years. With over a decade of experience in higher education, she combines her personal experiences with her professional expertise to increase access to resources and empower students to advocate for themselves.   

Edgard Lopez

Edgard López is a marketing and communications executive specializing in branding, public relations, and audience engagement. As Marketing and Communications Director at Repertorio Español, he leads strategic campaigns that expand the reach of one of the nation’s leading Spanish-language theater companies through innovative digital initiatives and multicultural storytelling.

Quetzal Flores-Ramirez, MD/PhD

Quetzal Flores-Ramirez, MD/PhD student at the University of California, San Diego, serves as a mentor to undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students pursuing higher education in STEM. qfloresramirez@ucsd.edu

Jorge David Martinez

Jorge David Martínez is a prominent Dominican author, playwright, and community leader in Springfield, Massachusetts. As Founder of the 7 Arts Latino Foundation, he empowers the local Latino community through initiatives like the Springfield Latino Book Fair, youth poetry programs, and public art projects celebrating cultural heritage.  

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