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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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Binding Communities Together Across Borders: Binational Mexico-U.S. Hometown Associations

A mid the current hyperbole regarding immigration and who has the right to reside in the U.S., it is important to take a step back and analyze the broader context of how the tapestry of U.S. society has been woven over time, and how it continues to be woven by immigrants on a daily basis, in complex ways – keeping in mind that “immigrants” include those who are first-generation U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents, as well as recently-arrived migrants who may be undocumented, or may have temporary/seasonal legal work permits. 

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Adriana Alcántara

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.   

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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.

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