November 7, 2024

HACU joins President Biden for event celebrating Executive Order supporting HSIs

HACU joined President Biden for an event celebrating Executive Order 14124, establishing the first-ever White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Hispanic-Serving Institutions. More>>

HACU kicks off 38th Annual Conference in Colorado

HACU officially kicked off its 38th Annual Conference, “Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Reaching New heights of Excellence and Equity,” with over 2,800 registrants on Nov. 1, 2024. More>>

HACU partners with MSU Denver to host Youth Leadership Development Forum

HACU, in partnership with Metropolitan State University of Denver in Colorado, hosted a Students in STEM- Youth Leadership Development Forum on Nov. 6, 2024. The YLDF brought together 235 students from Denver and neighboring counties to MSU Denver’s Tivoli Student Union Turnhalle. More>>

HACU presents awards at the Power Lunch of its 38th Annual Conference on Hispanic higher education

HACU presented three awards on Nov. 1, 2024, during the Power Lunch at its 38th Annual Conference. Awards included the Exemplary Policy/Advocacy Leadership Award, President's Award of Excellence and Extraordinary Philanthropic Partner Award. More>>

HACU presents awards at Partnership Lunch at 38th Annual Conference

HACU presented three awards on Nov. 3, 2024, during the Partnership Lunch at its 38th Annual Conference. Awards included the Outstanding Private Sector Partner Award, the Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award, and Outstanding HACU-Member Institution Award. More>>

HACU holds the International Plenary of its 38th Annual Conference

HACU held its International Plenary, “Fostering Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation in Cross-border Education,” on Nov. 3, 2024. More>>

HACU holds the Town Hall of its 38th Annual Conference

HACU held its Town Hall, “Addressing the Impact of Anti-DEI Policies on Higher Education and Student Success,” on Nov. 3, 2024. More>>

HACU presents awards during Networking Dinner at 38th Annual Conference

HACU presented two awards on Nov. 3, 2024, during the Networking Dinner at its 38th Annual Conference. Awards included the Alicia Casanova Award and the Jose Ruano - Student Leadership Award. More>>

Fulbright HSI Leaders recognized at HACU’s 38th Annual Conference

HACU congratulates the 2024 Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institutions Leaders, recognized at its 38th Annual Conference on Nov. 3, 2024. The U.S. Department of State’s Carmen Estrada Schaye, Ed.D., announced the 50 Fulbright HSI Leaders during the International Plenary. More>>

HACU holds California HSI Summit at 38th Annual Conference

HACU held a California Hispanic-Serving Institution Summit on Nov. 2, 2024, for attendees of HACU’s 38th Annual Conference from the state, addressing legislative priorities and issues HSIs face within the state. More>>

HACU holds Colorado Higher Education Convening at 38th Annual Conference

HACU held a Colorado Higher Education Convening on Nov. 2, 2024, for attendees of HACU’s 38th Annual Conference from the state. More>>

HACU holds Women’s Symposium at 38th Annual Conference

HACU held its second Annual Women’s Symposium on Oct. 31, 2024 as part of the pre-conference events of its 38th Annual Conference. More than 100 participants attended the event. More>>

College students selected for HACU’s Leader-in-Residence program announced

HACU has announced the students that have been selected for its Leader-in-Residence Program. A total of 50 college students from HACU-member institutions nationwide were selected to participate in the program. The selected Leader-in-Residence students attended HACU's 38th Annual Conference in Aurora, Colorado. More>>

HACU signs MOU with the Institute of International Education

HACU signed an MOU on Oct. 14, 2024, with the Institute of International Education to provide a framework for cooperation between the two organizations to expand access to international education for HSIs and Hispanic identifying students. More>>

HACU accepting applications for virtual Emerging Leaders’ Summit

HACU is currently accepting student applications for its upcoming virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit taking place on Nov. 15, 2024. The one-day virtual summit is designed to help students connect with industry professionals, grow valuable skills, and explore career possibilities. Applications are being accepted from undergraduate and graduate students of all majors who are enrolled at a HACU-member institution nationwide. More>>

HACU and Southwest Airlines have announced student recipients of ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Travel Award Program

HACU and Southwest Airlines have announced 185 college students will receive round-trip air travel through Southwest Airlines, as part of the SWA ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Program. More>>

HACU scholarship recipients for 2024-25 academic year

HACU has announced the scholarship recipients for the 2024-25 academic year. The scholarships are provided by various partners, including the Kia America Accelerate the Good Scholarship, the Café Bustelo El Café del Futuro Scholarship, the SiteOne Landscape Supply Scholarship, the MGM Grand International Scholarship, and the Sands Hospitality Advancement Scholarship.

Applications being accepted for USDA FAS Agricultural Export Market Challenge

HACU and the United States Department of Agriculture Foreign Agriculture Service announced applications are now being accepted for the 2024/2025 FAS Agricultural Export Market Challenge. Application deadline is Dec. 2, 2024. More>>

HACU expands into the Midwest to focus on legislative priorities for HSIs

HACU has opened a new regional office in the Midwest, a milestone in the organization’s growth and ongoing commitment to advocating for HSIs nationwide. The new office will focus on state legislation and increasing engagement with local stakeholders, partners and allies of Hispanic higher education success. More>>

HACU hosts Emerging Leaders event with Austin Community College

HACU hosted an Emerging Leaders' Summit on Oct. 4, 2024, on the campus of Austin Community College Highland Campus. The event brought together over 130 students from area colleges and universities to meet with professionals and corporate representatives to learn more about career opportunities, tips for resume writing, interviewing and securing internships. More>>

HACU seeking student advocates for its Voces Nuevas Program

College students are encouraged to sign up for HACU's Voces Nuevas Program, focused on promoting the advocacy and leadership development of college students at HACU-member institutions. More>>

Send a thank you letter to the White House for Executive Order 14124

HACU encourages you to take action now by signing a thank-you letter to President Biden for passing EO 14124. This historic initiative marks a significant step toward advancing educational equity and opportunity for Hispanic students. The establishment of this Board is the result of years of advocacy by HACU and other stakeholders. Your voice is crucial in ensuring that the needs of HSIs continue to be prioritized at the federal level. More>>

The University Business Podcast: Why HSIs play a vital role for the U.S. economy

HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores joins the University Business Podcast to discuss why HSIs are vital to the future competitiveness of the workforce in the country and our global economy. More>>

Donate to HACU and support our mission

Show your support on #GivingTuesday, December 3, 2024, by donating to HACU. Donations make a lasting impact on those who benefit from HACU programs. #Give2HACU More>>

U.S. Department of Education Testing for the 2025–26 FAFSA form Beta 2 Testing Begins

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education Individual Postdoctoral Research Fellowship opportunity. Deadline is Dec. 3, 2024.

TRISH Postdoctoral Research Program. Deadline is Dec. 18, 2024.

Funding Opportunity from the CHIPS and Science Act to support advanced packaging innovations in the U.S. semiconductor industry. Deadline is Dec. 20, 2024.

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