I’ve tweeted about a lot this week but wanted to share some thoughts below (with associated links) since I think they highlight continued trends regarding the importance of the growing Hispanic workforce. Enjoy! Hispanics in the South: The University of Alabama is hosting a one day conference on the growing presence of Hispanics in the South. This…
As I review my leftover “to do” list from 2009, I’m excited to begin a new year and a new decade. It promises one to be filled with both excitement and challenges. Here at HTM, we’ll be introducing two new features. First, we’ll be incorporating podcasts starting later this month. Podcasts will follow the same…
Hard to believe the year and decade are coming to an end. For me, it’s a time of reflection and goal setting so posts will be relatively light until after the new year. I’ll be spending some quality time with the family and working on additional plans for the upcoming year. Hopefully, we’ll be introducing podcasts…
I’ve been teaching a few classes, getting ready for a few presentations, and edting a journal paper so and my lack of postings is related to time management not continued interest! I’ll be getting back to consistent posting starting today — I do enjoying writing this blog — however it does take a lot of work to be a…
Thanksgiving is time for family, friends, and reflection on the blessings we each have in our lives. I intend to do just that over the next few days so postings will be absent for a few days while I enjoy my family and the start of the holidays. Best wishes to all for a happy…
The Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) has joined the National Association of Hispanic Education’s Hispanic STEM Initiative Network. The partnership reinforces NAHE’s current implementation of an aggressive five-year plan to mobilize the nation’s full range of human and institutional assets for the expressed purpose of improving the educational attainment of Hispanic students,…
PODER360 provides a great overview of how to increase Hispanic knowledge capital in higher education. As their post notes “education has to go beyond enrollments, it is about providing human beings with opportunities to prove themselves that they are able to make a difference, and will positively impact society as a whole.” Jonathan Hilley over…
I’ve been selected to present at Intern Bridge’s Online Career Services Conference in January. InternBridge provides services focused on internship opportunities for college students. It’s an exciting opportunity to share some of my research on Hispanic college recruitment and retention strategies. It’s also refreshing to be part of a conference that incorporates technology to deliver…
