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Heading Back to School? Prepare to Live on a Student BudgetMany workers these days, especially those who have been laid off, are returning to school to better their job skills and improve their marketability. While this investment in yourself is a wise move, keep in mind that it will affect your overall finances because you're at a different stage of life than when you were last in school. |
Leaders of Hispanic-Serving Colleges, Universities Share Their StrategiesWith the makeup of today's college undergraduate population "very different than it was a generation ago," including soaring Hispanic enrollment, the success of a future American workforce will depend on the ability of higher education institutions to adapt to and meet the needs of those "nontraditional students." That's one of the conclusions of "Leading in a Changing America: Presidential Perspectives from Hispanic-Serving Institutions," a report by Excelencia in Education with support from the Lumina Foundation for Education. |
More Than 100 graduate at National Hispanic University Commencement SaturdayAt National Hispanic University's commencement ceremonies Saturday, the music could not have been more apt. To the strains of "The Impossible Dream," more than 100 graduates received their diplomas and certificates, their personal stories lending weight and their happiness giving levity to the festivities at the San Jose university. |
Rice to Host Spanish Resource CenterAfter 15 years at the University of Houston, the Spanish government's Spanish Resource Center this fall will relocate to Rice University -- a move that a top Rice official said underscores the elite private school's commitment to Hispanic studies. |
Calif. Budget Woes Threaten Cal GrantsCal Grant is California's largest financial aid program that helps students pay for college and vocational and technical training programs. Gov. Schwarzenegger proposed eliminating Cal Grants for new college students and reducing the amount continuing students receive to trim $250 million from the state's budget. |
More Federal Money Sought for Youth Jobs ProgramMacon and DeWitt counties may be in line for still more youth jobs funded by federal economic stimulus money. |
Unemployment Hits Less-Educated Workers Much HarderAlthough the nation's unemployment figures are grim for everyone in the labor pool, they don't cut equally across demographic groups. Not surprisingly, better-educated workers fare better than those with less formal schooling -- much better. |
Blame Business Schools for the Economic Crisis?There are always winners and losers in the employment game. The spoils this year go to the graduates with smarts, strong technical skills, and -- most important--relevant work or internship experience. What to do for others, those graduates having a rough time finding career success out of the box? Is going to B-school or seeking another professional degree worth the time and expense? |
Dream of College Thrives in Hispanic Community, Survey ShowsHispanic Americans are strongly committed to achieving the American dream of a college education, a new nationwide survey by OppenheimerFunds shows. But in a troubled economy, that goal is "under siege," as only a small percentage are able to save up to make the dream a reality. |
Hispanic Public Relations Assoc. Offering Scholarships for SoCal StudentsSouthern California-based students take note: Applications are being accepted now for scholarships from the Hispanic Public Relations Association. |
U.S. Colleges Say Illegal Immigrants Should Be Eligible for More Financial AssistanceU.S. colleges are breaking their silence on immigration, urging Congress to allow students who are illegal immigrants to apply for financial aid and qualify for in-state tuition. In a report released Tuesday, the U.S. College Board, which is best known for heading up the SAT program but also comprises 5,000 colleges, is also asking that Congress provide illegal immigrants a path to citizenship. |