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Hispanic-Serving Institutions Across The Nation Total 600

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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In 2022-23, there were 600 institutions that met the definition of an HSI compared to 572 in 2021-22.

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  • In 2022-23, there were 600 institutions that met the definition of an HSI compared to 572 in 2021-22.
  • This increase of 28 institutions or 5% from the previous year, highlights the continued growth in Hispanic student enrollment at colleges and universities across the country.
  • “The rate that Hispanic-Serving Institutions continue to grow emphasizes their importance to the communities they serve,” said HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores.
  • In 2022-23, HSIs enrolled 66.2% of all Hispanic undergraduates and 31.7% of all undergraduate students in nonprofit postsecondary education.

HACU and TMCF Partner on Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) have announced they will host the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program.

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) have announced they will host the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program.
  • This experience will bring together students from HACU-member Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and TMCF Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs).
  • Sophomore, junior, or senior college students who have participated in leadership of campus activities or comparable groups are encouraged to apply.
  • “Our partnership with HACU and TMCF will ultimately allow us to produce long lasting relationships with these HBCUs and HSIs.”
    “We are thrilled to partner with HACU and TMCF on the Capital One Launchpad: Legacy & Leadership Program.

Café Bustelo® Enters 11th Year of El Café del Futuro Scholarship Awards, Honoring Latino Students and Their Dedication to Education

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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ORRVILLE, Ohio, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iconic espresso-style coffee brand Café Bustelo announced today, the start of its 2024 Café Bustelo El Café del Futuro Scholarship in partnership with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU). Once again, the company will award 25, $5,000 scholarships, for a total of $125,000 to support education of Latino students.

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  • Once again, the company will award 25, $5,000 scholarships, for a total of $125,000 to support education of Latino students.
  • "As the Café Bustelo El Café del Futuro Scholarship program enters its 11th year, we're thrilled to continue our efforts in supporting Latino youth and honored to be a part of so many students' academic journey and success," said Eduardo Merino, Senior Brand Manager at Café Bustelo.
  • "HACU is grateful to Café Bustelo for their continued partnership in providing El Café de Futuro Scholarship opportunities for our nation's Hispanic students," said HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores.
  • "Students will benefit greatly from these scholarships by helping ease the financial burden as they pursue their higher education goals."

HACU and Territorium launch Avanza Initiative to transform student career success in a skills-oriented economy

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has announced a new collaboration initiative called Avanza with edtech provider Territorium to transform the educational and employability landscape for students at colleges and universities.

Key Points: 
  • Through Avanza, HACU-member institutions who join the initiative will receive special member pricing to access Territorium’s LifeJourney platform.
  • LifeJourney provides students with a comprehensive learner record (CLR), a skills-first digital wallet, and AI-powered career pathways with job-matching technology.
  • “Territorium’s LifeJourney represents the future for preparing students for the workforce,” said HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores.
  • HACU and Territorium invite leadership from member institutions to explore how LifeJourney can benefit their specific campus.

HACU Accepting Applications for 2024-25 Leadership Academy/ La Academia de Liderazgo

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has announced applications are being accepted for the sixth cohort of its Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has announced applications are being accepted for the sixth cohort of its Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo.
  • The Leadership program 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.
  • Applications will be accepted through May 3, 2024, with selected participants notified in June 2024.
  • The first seminar will be held in Aurora, Colorado in late October and early November, in conjunction with HACU’s Annual Conference.

DR. DEVORAH LIEBERMAN, PRESIDENT EMERITA-UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE, INDUCTED INTO THE PRESTIGIOUS 2023 HALL OF CHAMPIONS OF THE HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (HACU)

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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LA VERNE, Calif., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Devorah Lieberman, President Emerita-University of La Verne, has been inducted into the prestigious 2023 Hall of Champions of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU). HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores made the announcement. HACU is committed to championing Hispanic success in higher education and recognizes individuals and partners who exemplify this mission through their unwavering support, dedication, and commitment. The organization extended its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Lieberman for her exemplary leadership and contributions to the Hispanic community in the realm of higher education.

Key Points: 
  • LA VERNE, Calif., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Devorah Lieberman, President Emerita-University of La Verne, has been inducted into the prestigious 2023 Hall of Champions of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
  • HACU is committed to championing Hispanic success in higher education and recognizes individuals and partners who exemplify this mission through their unwavering support, dedication, and commitment.
  • The organization extended its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Lieberman for her exemplary leadership and contributions to the Hispanic community in the realm of higher education.
  • Most notably, under her tenure, the University of La Verne cemented its commitment as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

HACU Announces Eleven Honorees to be Recognized at 37th Annual Conference on Hispanic Higher Education, Oct. 28-30, 2023

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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The awards will be presented during HACU’s 37th Annual Conference, “Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Diversifying Our Workforce and Strengthening America,” taking place October 28 – 30, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • The awards will be presented during HACU’s 37th Annual Conference, “Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Diversifying Our Workforce and Strengthening America,” taking place October 28 – 30, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois.
  • As the nation’s leading voice for Hispanic higher education and Hispanic-Serving Institutions, HACU has been a leader in securing the support of federal, corporate and higher education communities for programs and initiatives advancing Hispanic higher education.
  • “HACU is fortunate to have many great supporters who fulfill our mission of advancing Hispanic student success, and our awards recognize their efforts,” said HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores.
  • Michael Olivas, J.D., Ph.D., recipient of HACU’s Lifelong Leadership Award (posthumous award) for lifelong service to Hispanic higher education.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES AND THE HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES AWARDS ROUND TRIP FLIGHTS TO COLLEGE STUDENTS

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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DALLAS, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) celebrate 19 years of the ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award Program and the 2023 recipients of airline tickets while in school. Southwest Airlines® and HACU awarded 185 students four round trip tickets to stay connected with their loved ones and community while pursuing higher education.

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  • Higher Education Travel Award Program offers students across the U.S. the opportunity to stay in touch with family while pursuing higher education
    DALLAS, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities ( HACU ) celebrate 19 years of the ¡Lánzate!/Take Off!
  • Higher Education Travel Award Program and the 2023 recipients of airline tickets while in school.
  • Southwest Airlines® and HACU awarded 185 students four round trip tickets to stay connected with their loved ones and community while pursuing higher education.
  • Since 2004, Southwest® has supported alleviating the financial challenges associated with travel for over 1,500 Hispanic students by championing them to pursue their educational goals.

2023-24 Fellows of HACU’s Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo Announced

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is pleased to announce the 50 fellows who will be part of the fifth cohort of its Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo.

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is pleased to announce the 50 fellows who will be part of the fifth cohort of its Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo.
  • The program is designed to increase diverse representation in executive and senior-level positions in higher education.
  • The first seminar will be held in October 2023 in conjunction with HACU’s 37th Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois.
  • Special thanks to Capital One and American Federation of Teachers (AFT) for their support in providing fellowships to selected recipients.

HACU Announces Workshops of its Premier National Conference on Hispanic Higher Education in Chicago, Oct. 28-30, 2023

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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HACU’s premier conference on Hispanic higher education will feature an Opening Plenary with HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores delivering the State of HACU Address, an International Plenary, a Town Hall and an Exhibit Hall.

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  • HACU’s premier conference on Hispanic higher education will feature an Opening Plenary with HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores delivering the State of HACU Address, an International Plenary, a Town Hall and an Exhibit Hall.
  • Students can apply to be sponsored to attend the conference through HACU’s Leader in Residence Program by the deadline of June 23, 2023.
  • Topics include navigating the higher education work environment, building a strategic network, and preparing to assume executive roles in education or other career fields.
  • The post-conference 12th Annual Deans’ Forum on Hispanic Higher Education, “Leading a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce in the 21st Century,” will take place on Oct. 31.