June 7, 2024

HACU’s 14th International Conference held in Salamanca, Spain

HACU kicked off its 14th International Conference with an Opening Ceremony and Plenary Session I, “International Higher Education: A Driver for Innovation and Workforce Diversity,” on June 3, 2024, in Salamanca, Spain. More>>

HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores recognized by the City of Salamanca

HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores was recognized by the City of Salamanca on June 2, 2024. Flores was formally recognized by Mayor Carlos Manuel Garcia Carbayo for being a Distinguished Guest. More>>

HACU’s 14th International Conference Student Track

HACU held a Student Track for participants from U.S. colleges and universities as part of HACU’s 14th International Conference, June 3-5, 2024, at the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. More>>

HACU’s 14th International Conference began its second day with Plenary Session II

HACU's 14th International Conference second day started with Plenary Session II, “Generative AI: Opportunities and Threats for Global Higher Education,” on June 4, 2024, in Salamanca, Spain. More>>

HACU’s 14th International Conference concludes with Plenary Session III

HACU's 14th International Conference concluded with the third day featuring Plenary Session III, “Forging a Common Policy Agenda for Pan-Hispanic International Education,” on June 5, 2024, in Salamanca, Spain. More>>

HSI leaders hold a Roundtable Discussion with U.S. Department of Commerce at Central New Mexico Community College

HACU and UnidosUS held a roundtable discussion with the U.S. Department of Commerce at Central New Mexico Community College in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on May 31, 2024. The discussion centered on potential partnerships among HSIs, community-based organizations, and industry/employers to provide opportunities to develop advanced manufacturing workers. More>>

HACU releases its Platform Issues and Recommendations for 2024 Presidential Candidates

HACU has released for consideration its “Platform Issues and Recommendations for Presidential Candidates in 2024.” HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores requested a response on their perspectives in a letter to the candidates for President of the United States on the issues outlined in the policy document. More>>

HACU National Internship Program welcomes summer interns

The HACU National Internship Program welcomed its summer interns with an orientation on May 31, 2024. Over 250 college students from across the nation are serving internships at federal agencies and field offices. More>>

HACU recognized by San Antonio City Council

HACU was recognized by the City of San Antonio, Texas, during a City Council session on May 9, 2024. HACU was formally recognized by Mayor Ron Nirenberg and District 7 Councilwoman Marina Alderete Gavito for its work representing Hispanic-Serving Institutions. More>>

June 14 deadline near for two of HACU's 2024-25 leadership programs

HACU is accepting applications for its Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo. The Leadership Academy prepares senior higher education administrators at colleges and universities nationwide for top leadership roles at Hispanic-Serving Institutions, emerging HSIs and other institutions of higher learning. HACU's Enlace Mid-Level Leadership program is a six-month development experience for college and university professionals serving around the mid-level of their organizations. Deadline to apply to both programs June 14, 2024.

HACU-Member Webinar: June 18

HACU is hosting a webinar “From Idea to Funding: Insights from a Panel of NSF Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program Grant Winners,” on June 18, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. CT. REGISTER>>

HACU announced workshops of its premier national conference on Hispanic higher education in Colorado, Nov. 1-3, 2024

HACU has announced the workshops of its 38th Annual Conference, to be held at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Nov. 1-3, 2024, along with pre-conference events. Advertising, Exhibitor and Sponsorship Opportunities are available. More>>

HACU accepting applications for Leader-in-Residence Program for undergraduate students

HACU is accepting applications for the HACU Leader-in-Residence Program that includes a sponsorship to ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute, the Student Track component of HACU’s 38th Annual Conference, Nov. 1-3, 2024, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. Deadline for applications is June 21, 2024. More>>

HACU and Google partner on Latinx Student Leadership Summit in Chicago, IL

HACU partnered with Google hosting the 8th Annual Google Latinx Student Leadership Summit at the Google offices in Chicago, Illinois, on April 19-21, 2024. Fifty undergraduate Latinx student leaders from across the nation with a passion for technology participated in leadership development activities during the three-day summit. More>>

HACU hosts Emerging Leaders event with San José State University

HACU hosted an Emerging Leaders’ Summit with San José State University, aimed at preparing students for internships and career opportunities in various fields. The one-day event on May 3, 2024, brought together over 170 students from area colleges and universities. More>>

HACU partners with Las Vegas Sands to offer Sands Hospitality Advancement Scholarships

HACU has partnered with Las Vegas Sands to offer thirteen Sands Hospitality Advancement Scholarships in the amount of $2,500 or $5,000 to college students enrolled at HACU-member institutions. Online applications will be accepted through June 30, 2024. More>>

HACU accepting scholarship applications for Deloitte Foundation Scholars

HACU has partnered with the Deloitte Foundation to award scholarships to eligible undergraduate students at HACU-member institutions. A total of 68 Deloitte Foundation Scholars will be awarded $2,500 per student per semester, renewable for up to 4 semesters ($10,000 total). Online applications will be accepted through June 30, 2024. More>>

HACU National Internship Program accepting applications for fall session

HACU is accepting applications from college students for the fall 2024 session of the HACU National Internship Program. Online application deadline is June 28, 2024. More>>

HACU accepting multiple scholarship applications

The HACU Scholarship Program is currently accepting applications from eligible students for the Café Bustelo El Café Del Futuro Scholarship. Deadline for applications is June 30, 2024. More>>

Call for action to create a President’s Board of Advisors on Hispanic-Serving Institutions

Join us in urging President Biden to establish a President's Board of Advisors on HSIs. The main objective of this board is to provide guidance on effective measures to ensure fair distribution of federal resources for HSIs, which will directly benefit more than 5 million students they educate. More>>

HACU statement on urging congress to prioritize passing the Dream Act

HACU has released a statement following a written testimony submitted on May 8, 2024, to the Senate Judiciary Committee. In the testimony, HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores urged Congress to pass the Dream Act as a permanent, lasting immigration reform. More>>

HACU statement on urging congress to increase funding for Hispanic-Serving Institutions

HACU has released a statement following a written testimony submitted on May 3, 2024, to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies. More>>

Support our mission of Hispanic higher education success

Show your support for HACU by making a donation. Your donation can have a lasting impact on those who benefit from HACU programs. Your donation will help increase support for member colleges and universities, expand opportunities for Hispanic student success and improve the quality of higher education. #Give2HACU. More>>

Increasing Participation of Minority Serving Institutions in Earth Science Surface-Based Measurement Networks. Deadline is June 10, 2024.

The Community Workforce Readiness Fellowship Overview. Deadline is June 30, 2024.

Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project Deadline is July 10, 2024.

HBCU's and Minority Serving Institutions Advisory Council - EPA - Notice of extension: The deadline to submit an application or nomination to serve as a member of the council has been extended. Deadline is June 22, 2024.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Science Policy (OSP): Request for Information on Draft NIH Intramural Research Program Policy: Promoting Equity Through Access Planning. Deadline is July 22, 2024.

The Department of Education - Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) Program. Deadline is July 29, 2024. 

The Department of Education Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program. Deadline is August 5, 2024.

Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program ROUND 2. Deadline is Aug. 28, 2024.

Hispanic Serving Institutions: Equitable Transformation in STEM Education Grant. Deadline is Sept. 11, 2024.

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FAFSA Updates from the U.S. Department of Education

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Teachers: Leaders Shaping Lives

The U.S. Department of Education, TEACH.org, and One Million Teachers of Color have partnered on

a public service awareness (PSA) campaign called “Teachers: Leaders Shaping Lives.” The PSA will elevate the teaching profession, celebrate our teachers, and inspire more talented people - especially Black and Latine individuals - to become teachers. More>>

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