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
Administration January 2025 Premium 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 by Gary M. Stern
Financing January 2025 Premium Retirement Distress and Financial Wellness Hispanics face retirement challenges due to low financial literacy, limited savings, and distrust of financial institutions. Improved education, proactive planning, and investment in diverse assets like real estate and mutual funds can help bridge wealth gaps and ensure financial security. by Gustavo A. Mellander
Administration January 2025 Premium The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) provides a home for Latino graduate students Photos courtesy of UIC. The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) supports minority student success through programs like LARES, L@S GANAS, and the Bridge to Faculty initiative. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, UIC fosters diversity, inclusivity, and mentorship, empowering students like Rosa Elena Mendoza to achieve academic excellence. by Carlos Sadovi
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. by Frank DiMaria
Global December 2018 Christmas Tree Does Not Kill Burglar The Associated Press has fact checked the following stories. Although they have been shared widely via social media, none of the following stories are legit.
Global December 2018 Texas Tech U Achieves High Honor Texas Tech University has reached the coveted Carnegie Tier One Classification becoming one of 86 public universities in the very high research activity category.
Technology December 2018 Musk Foundation Donating To Flint Schools The Elon Musk Foundation is donating about $424,000 to schools in Flint, Michigan. The money will be going towards laptops for seventh and eighth graders in the school district.
Global December 2018 Instructor Job Open; Top 4 Featured Jobs At https://hispanicoutlookjobs.com/ there is a constantly updated, wide-variety of open positions at schools across the country, including Kutztown University.
Global December 2018 Senators Meet With Trump Over Shutdown With a partial government shutdown looming, GOP senators met with President Donald Trump. The deadline to avoid the shutdown is midnight.
Global December 2018 From Shutdown To “Coco”; Top 5 Headlines Topping our headlines this week were the government shutdown, thousands of migrant children being held in mass shelters and Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” being dubbed for kids in Peru.
