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NJCU President Andrés Acebo: A Change Agent

Andrés Acebo embodies the role of a change agent, having led New Jersey City University (NJCU) through a remarkable recovery from fiscal emergency within just 20 months as interim president. His leadership is marked by a deep commitment to advocating for underserved, first-generation students, drawing on his own experiences as the son of immigrants. Acebo’s drive and strength come from a personal mission to give back to the diverse community that shaped him. 

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Michelle Adam

Administration April 2024

Top 50 Community Colleges for Hispanics

Each year, Hispanic Outlook recognizes the invaluable support that community colleges across the country offer to Hispanic/Latino students, as part of their mission to provide opportunities to students from the widest spectrum of American society – particularly those who are better served by local, flexible course schedules, affordable fees and practical, career- oriented pathways. 

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Administration October 2024 Premium

Baylor University: Beyond Bridges and Silos in Support of Hispanic Students 

Standing out in Texas for its programs and services supporting Hispanic students, Baylor University has earned the status of an “Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution.” With 16% of its student body identifying as Hispanic or Latino, Baylor offers robust academic programs, such as Spanish for Heritage Speakers and a Certificate in Spanish for Health Professions, aimed at enhancing cultural and linguistic competencies.   

Administration October 2024 Premium

News From Washington

College administrators are actively seeking strategies to balance freedom of speech and safety on campuses in anticipation of potentially violent political protests during the upcoming presidential election season. There is a significant debate about finding the right balance between preventing violence and preserving the rights to free expression and protest.

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Peggy Sands Orchowski

Administration September 2024 Premium

News from Washington

The Olympics and Supreme Court rulings highlight the ongoing debate over gender identity in sports. At the Democratic National Convention, concerns centered on the diminishing Latino vote, immigration issues, and economic topics crucial for Kamala Harris’s campaign.

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Peggy Sands Orchowski

Administration September 2024 Premium

More than Representation: Celebrating and Honoring Hispanic/ Latinx Heritage Month in Colleges & Universities

Colleges and universities have a unique opportunity to celebrate and recognize the contributions and experiences of Hispanic and Latinx students during the Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, which allows institutions to foster inclusion, honor cultural diversity, and create meaningful events and activities that amplify the voices and experiences of Hispanic and Latinx individuals within the academic community.  

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Sanjuana Rodriguez, Ph.D.

Administration August 2024 Premium

Embracing Organizational Compassion and Humility: Lessons from Hispanic Serving Institutions

University and college presidents play a critical role in shaping the institutional culture by embracing compassion, humility, effective communication and collaboration, particularly as observed in Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs). This approach not only supports the well-being of the campus community but also enhances the institution's ability to navigate crises and challenges.

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Magdalena Martinez, Ph.D.

Administration August 2024 Premium

Qué nos dice el censo

Gustavo A. Mellander explora el contexto histórico de los censos desde la antigua Babilonia hasta las prácticas modernas en los Estados Unidos. Se discuten investigaciones recientes sobre los logros educativos de los jóvenes hispanos, los desafíos y la necesidad de estrategias innovadoras para apoyar a las poblaciones desatendidas en la educación superior.

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Gustavo A. Mellander

Administration August 2024 Premium

News From Washington August 2024

Universities see calm summers; DC bans legacy admissions; Biden's student loan forgiveness is halted; political focus shifts to diverse, economically-driven Hispanic voters; and federal law restricts foreign nationals from contributing to or participating in U.S. elections.

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Peggy Sands Orchowski

Administration August 2024 Premium

Adams State’s LEAD Program Elevates K-20 Leadership Development

The Adams State LEAD program offers graduate courses in Educational Leadership for K-20 professionals, expanding from its original focus on postsecondary education to include the entire K-20 pipeline. The program, supported by a US Department of Education grant, emphasizes equity, social justice, and cultural competency, and has been recognized for its success in promoting Latino/a graduate student achievement.  

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Melissa L. Freeman, Ph.D & Curtis L. Garcia, Ph.D

Administration August 2024 Premium

Building Bridges to Higher Education

Salvador Hector Ochoa’s career focuses on meeting Hispanic students' psychosocial and educational needs, emphasizing proactive engagement, curriculum alignment, and support structures to improve outcomes, especially for first-generation students, while managing rapid growth at Texas A&M-San Antonio.

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Frank DiMaria

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