Hispanic Community October 2024 Riverland Community College: A Beacon of Opportunity and Growth in Southeastern Minnesota 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. by Kenneth A. Reid
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Hispanic Education Must Start Early 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.
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Navidad en Iberoamérica 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.
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Year In Review 2024 As we look back on 2024, we have the opportunity to reflect on areas of progress and examine the lessons that can be learned from the challenges that appeared. by Adriana Alcántara & Alejandra Suarez
Administration December 2024 Premium Did you know?: 2024 Year in Review Willingness to understand others is a sublime virtue that unites us.
Hispanic Community December 2024 Premium Dr. Marta Cronin: Leading with a Sense of Responsibility to Future Latina College Presidents 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.
Administration November 2023 PREMIUM News From Washington November 2023 Hispanic voters in the United States are a growing and diverse group, impacting politics with varying concerns. At the same time, conflicts surrounding free speech on college campuses are discussed, as well as how the Government shutdowns are taking place and being perceived. by Peggy Sands Orchowski
Financing November 2023 PREMIUM Financial Rewards of a College Degree The Hispanic population in the United States, despite facing challenges and hardships, has experienced significant growth, with education as a key driver of their economic success. by Gustavo A. Mellander
Administration November 2023 PREMIUM President Jose Fierro: Empowering Student Success at Cerritos College José Fierro, the president of Cerritos Community College in California, has overcome personal and external obstacles in order to provide support and resources for students facing different kinds of challenges, from housing to academic performance. by Frank DiMaria
Administration November 2023 PREMIUM Supporting Multilingual Education in Illinois In the Midwest, particularly in Illinois, there has been a growing Latino immigrant population, which has prompted the state to implement bilingual policies to support their educational needs. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s College of Education has created the Bilingual-Bicultural program to address these needs and promote an asset-based approach to teaching and learning within linguistically diverse communities. by Idalia Nuñez & Monica Gonzalez Ybarra
Hispanic Community November 2023 PREMIUM En la búsqueda de una universidad: Visión de un especialista de NACAC Angel Perez, jefe ejecutivo del National Association for College Admission Counseling, NACAC, (Asociación Nacional para la Orientación en el Ingreso a Universidad), aporta una guía para orientar a estudiantes y padres en su búsqueda de la universidad ideal, enfatizando la importancia de no depender únicamente de los rankings de U.S. News y World Report. by Gary M. Stern
Administration November 2023 PREMIUM The Transformative Impact of the Montclair Hispanic Student College Institute The Montclair Hispanic Student College Institute (HSCI) empowers Hispanic/Latino high school juniors and seniors with valuable knowledge, peer mentorship, and networking skills, fostering confidence and paving the way for college success and future careers, while also offering support and resources to their families. by Dr. Katia Paz Goldfarb
