Common Application statement on undoc students a hoax
Common Application statement on undoc students a hoax
By Jonathan Munoz, Voxxi The Common Application, Inc., more commonly referred to as the Common App, used by 488-plus colleges and universities for undergraduate admissions services, was the ‘victim’ of a […]
Number of U.S. Latino Serving colleges and universities sees big jump
By Nina Terrero, NBCLatino The number of colleges and universities in the United States recognized as Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) jumped from 311 in 2010-2011 to 356 in 2011-2012, marking the largest-ever […]
Common Application, Inc. apologizes to undoc students
By Cuéntame NEW ORLEANS – The Common Application, Inc. issued a formal apology to the undocumented American community for years of discrimination and announced that it is taking the necessary steps […]
Voices From the Past: Cherrie Moraga
By Patricia Munoz, LIN@R “Xicana, writer.” Cherrie Moraga said. “I am a Xicana writer.” On the matters of personal identity, many people tend to choose the most important title: Ph. […]
Why the National STEM Education Fund Is So Important
By Maria Cardona, Latinovations Occupations in STEM fields are the second-fastest growing in the nation, just behind health care, according to a Georgetown University study. And while the nation is expected […]
Joseph Castro named Fresno State’s first Latino president
By Pablo Lopez and Tim Sheehan, The Fresno Bee Joseph Castro, a Hanford native, made history Wednesday when he was named the next president of Fresno State, becoming the first […]
Undoc military cadets molded for success, then cast adrift
By Lisa Riordan Seville and Hannah Rappleye, NBC News CHICAGO — On days when she can’t get a ride, Rocio Herrera catches the 6:10 a.m. bus from her poor, largely […]
Bilingual people use soundS, not words, to switch between languages
By Hope Gillette, Saludify The benefits of being bilingual have proven to be many, and individuals who can speak multiple languages enjoy the perks of enhanced brain function and cognitive speed. Now, new […]
The Current Education Policy May Be Hurting Latino Students
By Emily Deruy, ABC News/Univision A group of Latino education experts from across the country urged policymakers in Washington, D.C., this week to take steps to improve education for Hispanic […]
Why Chicago’s School Closings Are Racist
By Hector Luis Alamo, Jr., Gozamos This week, hundreds, if not thousands, of angry parents, teachers and their supporters marched on Daley Plaza to voice their opposition to Mayor Emanuel’s planned school […]
