December 4, 2025

HACU accepting applications for inaugural Ascend PreK-12 Leadership Program

HACU has announced applications/nominations are being accepted for the inaugural Ascend PreK-12 Leadership Program. The program is a cohort-based online program helping educators effectively lead schools and school districts in a constantly evolving landscape. Scholarships of $3,000 will be awarded to the initial 20 participants selected to the program. Application and nomination deadline is Jan. 10, 2026. More>>

HACU 31st Annual National Capitol Forum in Washington, D.C.

Registration is now open for HACU's 31st Annual National Capitol Forum, taking place at the JW Marriott Washington, D.C. on April 21-22, 2026. Early Bird Registration rates are available through Feb. 13, 2026. More>>

HACU-member scholarship available for Spanish language faculty at community colleges

HACU and the University of Castilla-La Mancha are accepting applications from Spanish language faculty at HACU-member institution community colleges for UCLM’s Spanish language teaching program taking place March 8 -14, 2026, in Toledo, Spain. Application deadline is Dec. 19, 2025. More>>

Scholarship for program in Valencia, Spain available for Spanish language faculty, staff

HACU and Hispania, escuela de Español are accepting applications from Spanish language faculty and staff at HACU-member institutions for the Teaching Spanish Scholarship, a one-week immersive program taking place March 8 -14, 2026, in Valencia, Spain. Application deadline is Dec. 19, 2025. More>>

HACU announces four new members of its Governing Board

HACU has announced four new Governing Board members. The appointments were made on Nov. 1, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. HACU Governing Board members serve two-year terms with the opportunity to be re-elected for a second term. More>>

HACU’s VOLARÉ Institute second cohort meets for three-day event in Florida

HACU’s VOLARÉ Institute second cohort of participants from institutions nationwide met on Nov. 17-20, 2025, in Orlando, Florida to learn from presenters and experts on capacity-building for STEM research at colleges and universities. More>>

HACU National Internship Program accepting applications for upcoming sessions

HACU is accepting applications from college students and recent graduates for the spring 2026 and summer 2026 sessions of the HACU National Internship Program. The deadline for spring applications is Jan. 2, 2026, and for summer applications is Feb. 13, 2026. More>>

HACU hosts Emerging Leaders event with New Jersey City University

HACU held an Emerging Leaders’ Summit on Nov. 14, 2025, on the campus of New Jersey City University. The event brought together over 60 students from area colleges and universities. More>>

Twenty-five students awarded Café Bustelo® El Café Del Futuro Scholarships

HACU has announced the 25 students from HACU-member institutions selected to receive a Café Bustelo® El Café del Futuro Scholarship. More>>

HACU, Miller Lite award Brewed to Be Bright Scholarships

HACU has announced the 24 students from HACU-member institutions selected to receive the 2025 Miller Lite Brewed to Be Bright Scholarship. More>>

HACU Advocacy

Take Action - Send a letter to your members of Congress

Share Your HSI Story: Students, alumni, faculty, and community partners are encouraged to share how Hispanic-Serving Institutions have made a difference in their lives. These stories demonstrate to Members of Congress why the HSI program is essential. More>>

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2026 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit Student Program. Deadline is Jan. 7, 2026.

Hispanic-Serving Institutions: Enriching Learning, Programs, and Student Experiences Grant Opportunity Deadline is Feb. 11, 2026.

KickStarter 2.0: NSF Improving Undergraduate STEM Education Program. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Affinity Group/Student-Led Organizations Program