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Parents and Peers Have Strong Effect on Behavior of Mexican American Students
May 10, 2012 | by Columbian Missourian | Notitas de Noticias
A recent study by Missouri University professor, Gustavo Carlo, found that parents and peers influence strongly the behaviors and moral development of Mexican American college students. continue reading »
University of California Admits Record Number of Latino Students
April 18, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Notitas de Noticias
The proportion of Hispanics among the roughly 61,443 state residents admitted this year to the nine undergraduate campuses of the University of California marks an all-time high, the system's administrators said Tuesday. continue reading »
Though Worried About Cost, Latinos in California Say College is Important
November 17, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Notitas de Noticias
Seven of every 10 California Hispanics say that success in life depends on getting a university education, but the majority of Latino parents are concerned about the cost of their children's college schooling. continue reading »
STUDY: Hispanic Students Underrepresented in AP Classes
November 1, 2011 | by Sam Houston State University | Notitas de Noticias
Only 20 percent of Hispanic students are categorized as college-ready in reading and mathematics, compared to more than 50 percent of white students continue reading »
California Has the Largest Number of Hispanic College Enrollments in the Country
September 27, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Educacion
California institutions lead the nation with Latino undergraduate enrollments. The finding comes from Excelencia in Education, of Washington, D.C. Their report shows that, out of nearly 3000, 293 colleges in 17 states and Puerto Rico enroll 54 percent of all Hispanic undergraduate students. continue reading »
Payless Shoe Source Partners with Hispanic Scholarship Fund
September 1, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Educacion
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and for the fourth consecutive year, Payless ShoeSource® has launched the Payless Inspiring Possibilities Scholarship Program in partnership with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF). continue reading »
Latino Voter Poll: Hispanics Aspire for Higher Education though Many Unable to Afford It
August 19, 2011 | by Latino Decisions | Notitas de Noticias
When it comes to their children’s education, Latino voters have clear and high aspirations: a new poll revealed that an overwhelming 96%—almost all—would like to see their kids earn a college degree, whether it is a bachelor’s, master’s or professional degree. continue reading »
Winning Students Pursue Their Dreams with the Help of Honda and Hispanic Scholarship Fund
August 18, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Educacion
American Honda Motor Co. Inc. (NYSE:HMC) and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Friday awarded eight outstanding Latino undergraduate students a scholarship based on their academic success and interest in a career in the automotive industry. continue reading »
Latinos Students Taking College ACT Continue to Show Improved Scores Especially in Math & Science
August 17, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Notitas de Noticias
College and career readiness among 2011 Hispanic U.S. high school graduates who took the ACT test shows slow but steady improvement, particularly in the key areas of math and science, according to ACT’s yearly report, The Condition of College and Career Readiness 2011, released today. continue reading »
U.S. Competition to Reward & Spotlight Top Community Colleges
April 20, 2011 | by HS News Staff | Educacion
Dr. Jill Biden is set to lead the launch of a U.S. competition to reward and spotlight the nation's top community colleges. The top 120 ranked community colleges are to be announced, and all eligible for inaugural Aspen Prize fund of $1 million. continue reading »
Hispanic-Serving Colleges at Texas Border Increase Enrollment, Conducting Study to Understand Why
February 16, 2011 | by Ed Excelencia | Notitas de Noticias
An examination of financial aid strategies amongst Hispanic-serving institutions on the Texas border was conducted in order to support Latino students’ access and continue reading »
More Latinos in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Fields Wanted
January 3, 2011 | by The Press Enterprise | Notitas de Noticias
A recent report has pointed out that while the need for STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) college students has risen, the number of Latino students in the fields are far lower than the national average, and that number will only worsen unless more pre-college age Latinos take an early interest in STEM education/careers. continue reading »
