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National Hispanic University Adds Bachelor Degree Concentrations and More Online Courses
August 4, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The National Hispanic University (NHU) has introduced several new concentrations, each with some courses available online, in its bachelor’s degree programs in Business Administration and Liberal Studies. continue reading »
Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy Named to TechWeek 100 List
July 28, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
One of the hottest technology schools in the country has been recognized as one of the TechWeek 100: the 100 most innovative names in Chicago technology. As a leader in technology education, Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy (TFA) and President & CEO Howard A. Tullman were honored at the TechWeek Conference and Expo that took place from July 22nd to July 25th. continue reading »
Calling All Musically Talented Latinos Age 14-18, Here’s a Chance to Attend the Grammy Awards
July 27, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The second annual MusiCares and GRAMMY Foundation Teen Substance Abuse Awareness through Music Contest has been launched and its a great opportunity for musically talented Latinos. continue reading »
Over 125 Global Scholars & Student Leaders Participate in U.S. Exchange Programs
July 26, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs will host over 125 participants for the inaugural Around the World in an Afternoon, a cultural and academic festival at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. continue reading »
Outstanding Latino Youth Sought for LULAC Leadership Seminars
July 25, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The LULAC National Educational Service Centers invites you to help us identify outstanding Latino youth for the 2011 Washington Youth Leadership Seminar (WLYS). The seminar will be held from September 28, 2011 to October 2, 2011 in Washington, DC. continue reading »
Latina Leaders in Nonprofti Sector Sought for Hispana Leadership Institute
July 21, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
After a successful launch last year of an effort to address the underrepresentation of Latina professionals in the nonprofit sector, the National Hispana Leadership Institute (NHLI), the nation's premier organization developing, connecting, and promoting Latina leaders, is recruiting for the second class of the Advancing Latina Leaders in Nonprofits (ALL IN) Program. continue reading »
McDonald’s Award $400,000 to College Bound Hispanic Students
July 20, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
Following a tradition that has provided $1.5 million for Hispanics' college education since 2008, Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) revealed today the names of four Hispanic high school seniors who will each receive an RMHC®/HACER® National Scholarship of $100,000 to help finance their dream of a higher education. continue reading »
Culinary Institute of Spain Launches 100% Online Education Initiative
July 19, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The education in high-quality international cuisine has come to the Internet. The IGE, prestigious culinary school extends its network and opens in Miami a new platform providing education entirely over the Internet. The school founded in Madrid in 1974, was influenced by a large group of awards chefs like Genaro Pildain, Juan Maria Arzak, and Patxi Bericua. Today the school has a large number of centers across the European continent. continue reading »
Coming This Fall: Big Tuition Hikes
July 18, 2011 | by John Gramlich for Pew Center on the States | Education
For a telling example of the money troubles facing public colleges and universities, consider Pennsylvania. On June 30, Governor Tom Corbett signed a state budget that slashes funding for higher education by 19 percent, and school officials smiled with relief. continue reading »
More than $2Million in Microsoft Software Donated to LULAC Education Centers Across the Country
July 10, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Microsoft announced a $2 million dollar donation in software to LULAC’s 55 technology centers. The commitment was made at the 2011 LULAC National Convention in Cincinnati. With Microsoft’s support, the centers, which are located in Hispanic communities across the country, will help bridge the Digital Divide, with state-of-the-art computer equipment, software and high-speed internet access as well as computer instruction to students and parents. continue reading »
Telemundo’s “El Poder de Saber” Partners with NCLR & CHCI Promoting Education
July 7, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
Telemundo, a leading producer of high-quality content for Hispanics in the U.S. and audiences around the world, The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) have announced a joint partnership around the network’s 2011 multiplatform educational campaign “El Poder de Saber” continue reading »
MBA Scholarships & Fellowships Available Through National Society of Hispanic MBA’s
July 6, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
Spring is the season of graduation and new hires as universities graduate their newest class and Corporate America hires them as employees. The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA), t continue reading »
US Army Reserve Renews Partnership with LULAC Reinforcing its Education Committment to Hispanics
July 3, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
The U.S. Army and the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) have renewed their mutual commitment to helping prepare today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders. continue reading »
Racing for Education in on Track
June 30, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
Through a partnership with Diversity Motor Sports Racing, LLC CEO Terrance Alton Cox III and the Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Preservation Institute, Inc., continue reading »
Harvard’s Partnership to Support Young Latino Leaders Gains Momentum
June 19, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
The Center for Public Leadership (CPL) at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) has announced that increased support will enable a 40% increase in the number of participants continue reading »
Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs Host EducationUSA Forum
June 17, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs will host its second EducationUSA Forum to promote U.S. higher education overseas June 22-24 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC. continue reading »
Smithsonian Latino Program Offers Rich Summer Experience to HS Seniors
June 16, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The Smithsonian Latino Center has selected 19 graduating seniors from throughout the country and Puerto Rico to participate in the Young Ambassadors Program, June 19 through July 29. continue reading »
‘Brinda al Exito’ Program Supports Hispanic Parents Leadership in Education
June 15, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
A large body of research indicates that the United States' economic and social well-being is directly linked to the development and attainment of the Hispanic community. continue reading »
Alliance for a Healthier Generation Receives $23 Million Grant to Expand Healthy Schools Program
June 13, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, founded by the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, announced today it has received a $23.2 million grant from the Robert Wood Johnson continue reading »
Big Brothers, Big Sisters Launch College Mentoring Program for Hispanic Youth
June 10, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Education
Big Brothers Big Sisters has received a three-year $1,791,193 grant from The Goizueta Foundation to introduce Camino al Exito, an innovative mentoring program for Hispanic children. continue reading »
