Our Stories

Below is a compilation of stories from administrators, faculty, staff and other stakeholders at institutions that serve primarily Hispanic, low income, and other underserved students.  These stories highlight the importance of necessary federal investments in programs like HEA Title V and HSI STEM grants that have a significant impact on the colleges and universities that receive them as well as in the success of its students.

We encourage you to please share with us your own story of funding interest or grant impact by clicking here. Adding your voice to our advocacy efforts will make a positive difference.

Below is a list of the stories categorized by the type of funding:

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The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, founded in 1986, represents more than 500 colleges and universities in the United States, Latin America, Spain, and school districts throughout the U.S. HACU is the only national association representing existing and emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The Association’s headquarters are in San Antonio, Texas, with regional offices in Washington, D.C. and Sacramento, California.

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