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Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities The Champions of Hispanic Success In Higher Education!
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Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
The Champions of Hispanic Success In Higher Education!
About HACU
- Founded in Texas in 1986 representing 16 colleges and universities; today we represent more than 450 colleges and universities in the US and abroad
- Only nationally recognized organization representing Hispanic Serving Institutions
- Western Regional Office opened in Sacramento, CA in 2005- 4 members in Washington:
- 2 Hispanic Serving Institutions: Columbia Basin College and Heritage University Toppenish
- 1 Associate Member Institution: Washington State University, Pullman- 1 Partner Institution: Eastern Washington University
2009 HACU NationalInternship Program
Opening Doors of Opportunity/Abriendo Puertas de Oportunidad
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Places students in federal and corporate internships in the summer, spring, and fall of each year. Started in 1992 with only 24 students and one internship site. Serves nearly 600 students per year at over 40 internship sites nationwide; continuously growing.
Benefits of participating in HNIP
Paid internships (stipend per week)Sophomore/junior: $450Senior: $480Graduate students (including law, business, medicine): $550Free airfare to and from internship siteOrientation in Washington, DC with paid travel and lodgingFacilitation of housing arrangements by HNIP staffOpportunities for additional professional development
HNIP partners (partial list)
Department of the TreasuryDepartment of Veteran’s AffairsNational Science FoundationOffice of Personnel ManagementDepartment of AgricultureDepartment of EducationLibrary of Congress
DeloitteLockheed MartinTargetHormel FoodsAmerican Heart Association (non-profit)
Federal government Corporate
Internship locations
While two-thirds of HNIP participants are placed in the DC metro area, interns over the past two years have worked in:
Anchorage, AKCA: Camarillo, Fresno, Los Angeles, San FranciscoCO: Boulder, Fort Collins, DenverMaitland, FLAtlanta, GAChicago, ILMA: Boston, WinchesterMO: St Louis, Kansas CityNew York, NYSan Juan, Puerto RicoWA: Bothell, Seattle, Walla Walla
2009 sample internships
Centers for Disease ControlEnvironmental Health Intern (Atlanta): Research programs aimed at controlling air pollution from active industrial facilities. Literature reviews, report preparation, review of current programs aimed at reducing air pollution.
USDACommunications and marketing assistant (DC): Conduct research on National Climate Change Strategy. Work directly with chief on renewable resource and sustainability. Help develop an environmental education program for youth.Animal Welfare Act intern
Sample internships (continued)
National Institutes of HealthMedical interpreter (DC): Work in the clinical center; open to speakers of various languages
DHHS—Food and Drug Administration (Chicago)Public health intern (Chicago): Communicate and meet with public, industry, academic, and other government agencies to promote FDA’s mission and objectives.
Library of CongressFinance analyst (DC)
DeloitteVarious accounting and auditing internships (nationwide)
Applying to HNIP
2009 Dates and Deadlines
SPRING SUMMER FALL
Program Dates January 15 to May 2, 2009
June 5 to August 15, 2009
August 27 to December 12,
2009
Early Deadline Does not apply October 3, 2008 Does not apply
Regular Deadline November 7, 2009 February 27, 2009 June 19, 2009
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When do the program dates on this slide change? Now or towards the summer?
Requirements
All applicants must:
Be enrolled in a degree-seeking programAssociate, bachelor, graduate, and professional degree (law, medical, business) students from all academic disciplines are welcome to apply
Complete their first year of college or 30 units before the internship begins (current freshman can apply for summer or fall programs)
Be eligible to work in the United StatesHolders of F-1 Visas, US Citizens, US Permanent residents are eligible
Have a 3.0 GPA
Who we are looking for…
While the general acceptance rate for most majors is around 35%, there is particular need for more applicants from
following majors:
Accounting/finance/economics, agriculture and environmental sciences, health and human sciences, criminal justice,
communications, urban planning, epidemiology, biology, management, earth sciences,
engineering, computer science/IT, library science,human resources, management
HNIP application
Go to hnip.net
Fill out a simple online application, which requires you to upload a resume and personal essay
Mail us a copy of your official
transcript and certificate of enrollment
Application process
HNIP staff match applications to internship descriptions provided by sponsoring
organizations.
Hiring managers at partner organizations pick their top
candidates and may ask for a phone interview.
Near the application deadline, you are notified about your selection and decide if you
want to take the opportunity.
Life as an HNIP intern
Recent HNIP alumni
“My experience as an intern taught me what I wanted in my career and who I really am.”
C. Burke , FDIC intern
“I was able to work first hand in [my chosen] area of research. HNIP gave me the drive to pursue a PhD at Johns Hopkins University.”
M. Coronado, NIH intern
“I was given responsibilities on a level I had never had before. I worked on…national programs, evaluating effectiveness and making recommendations.”
M. Wagner, VA Health Administration intern
Professional development
Get hands-on, quality work experience in a variety of fieldsNetworkPossibly turn your internship into a job opportunityGet college credit for your experience
Personal enrichment opportunities
Explore new citiesMeet, live, and work with students from across the nationEngage in cultural activitiesMake lifelong friends
Other HACU student programs
In addition to HNIP, HACU also offers:Scholarships
General application due May 2009https://scholarships.hacu.net/HACU Annual Conference
Airfare, lodging, stipend to attend our conference in Orlando, Florida (October 31-November 2, 2009)[email protected]; apply by September 14, 2009
Travel abroad opportunitieshttp://www.studyabroadscholars.org/
HACU-Global Learning Scholarship ProgramHACU-AIFS Scholarship Program
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This slide needs to be updated promptly before recruiting visits
HACU National Internship ProgramOne Dupont Circle, NW Suite 430
Washington, DC [email protected]
Find out more at http://www.hnip.net
Hispanic Serving School District Initiative
New initiative sponsored by Sallie Mae
Links K-12 Hispanic Serving School Districts with Hispanic Serving Institutions
Best practices for closing the achievement gap and increasing college going rates for Latinos
Youth Leadership Development ForumLatino College Planning and Testing Initiative
Federal Efforts: Title V
Title V appropriations for undergraduate support for HSIs of $175M
Funding for graduate education under Title V of $100M
Last year we received a $69M Appropriations for graduate education - $11.5M/year
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2007 WASHINGTON Yakima Valley Community College – P031S070036 P.O. Box 22520 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard Yakima, WA 98907 Two-Year Public Project Director: Tomas Ybarra Telephone: (505) 547-4647 E-mail: [email protected] Award Amount: $575,000 Activity Description: Yakima Valley Community College (YVCC) is the largest provider of postsecondary education in south-central Washington State. In the Yakima Valley, educational attainment and family income are low, especially for the Hispanic population. Ten of 18 school districts in YVCC’s service area meet HSI criteria. Through the Pathways to Success Initiative, YVCC intends to provide programs of interest to Hispanic students that will increase the high school graduation and matriculation to college rates, retention in the first quarter and first year, course and degree completion, and transfer rates. This will be accomplished through two activities. Activity I: Broaden Access - Yakima Valley Community College will coordinate outreach efforts within the college and the community. Examples of strategies include participation in middle and high school events, on-campus activities for youth and families such as summer camps, college orientations for students and families, student leader/mentor training, transition activities for students from GED and high school completion programs to college programs, targeted use of Web-based materials, and increased relationships with four-year partners for enrollment and transfer. Activity II: Expand Diversity Programs - will indirectly serve as an outreach effort by increasing both the number and types of diversity programs on campus and increasing the college’s ability to gather and analyze data on student success efforts. The Chicano studies program, the Diversity Series, and Learning Communities will be enhanced; an English-Language-Learners program, a Spanish-for-Heritage-Speakers program, and a faculty research program will be developed. Columbia Basin College (CBC) 2600 North 20th Avenue Pasco, WA 99301 Two-Year Public Project Director: Marisela Mendoza Phone: (509) 547-0511 E-mail: [email protected] Award Amount: $574,237 Activity Description: Activity: Strengthening Student Success: Strengthening Instructional Programs and Improving Assessment & Advisement Systems. High failure and attrition rates are the result of curricular, advising/assessment, academic support and fiscal deficiencies, including ineffective developmental education, inadequate reinforcement of basic skills in gateway courses, faculty unprepared to address increasingly diverse and at-risk student needs, and low-capacity advising and information systems. The proposed activity develops effective, competency-based developmental instruction with Academic and Achievement Center support and the reinforcement of basic skills in gateway courses. In addition, we will create a comprehensive assessment and advisement system supported by new Student Information System capacities. Improved student success and retention will increase enrollment-based revenues to fund the ongoing incorporation of new practices and improvements into CBC operations. Heritage University 3240 Fort Road Toppenish, WA 98948 Four-Year Public Project Director: Mary Alice Muellerleile Phone: (509) 865-8531 E-mail: [email protected] Award Amount: $649,930 Activity Description: Utilization of Technology to Strengthen Student Persistence and Academic Achievement - this activity consists of three components: 1. The Advising component will include the development and implementation of an on-line advising module supported by distance video-conferencing between both institutions. 2. The Developmental Instruction component will include the development of video-based (DVD) and computer-assisted instructional modules. Developmental courses will be captured on video, edited and be made accessible for review in the developmental skills lab. The developmental courses will also be broadcast via distance learning technology between both campus sites. 3. The Faculty Development component will include learner-centered technology instruction to support faculty, with limited technology knowledge, in adopting technology strategies into their teaching.
Federal Efforts: DREAM Act
HACU is a strong supporter of the DREAM Act. Congress has not yet introduced this year’s version of the DREAM Act but we will continue to work with membership to generate legislative support for the bill.
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2007 WASHINGTON Yakima Valley Community College – P031S070036 P.O. Box 22520 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard Yakima, WA 98907 Two-Year Public Project Director: Tomas Ybarra Telephone: (505) 547-4647 E-mail: [email protected] Award Amount: $575,000 Activity Description: Yakima Valley Community College (YVCC) is the largest provider of postsecondary education in south-central Washington State. In the Yakima Valley, educational attainment and family income are low, especially for the Hispanic population. Ten of 18 school districts in YVCC’s service area meet HSI criteria. Through the Pathways to Success Initiative, YVCC intends to provide programs of interest to Hispanic students that will increase the high school graduation and matriculation to college rates, retention in the first quarter and first year, course and degree completion, and transfer rates. This will be accomplished through two activities. Activity I: Broaden Access - Yakima Valley Community College will coordinate outreach efforts within the college and the community. Examples of strategies include participation in middle and high school events, on-campus activities for youth and families such as summer camps, college orientations for students and families, student leader/mentor training, transition activities for students from GED and high school completion programs to college programs, targeted use of Web-based materials, and increased relationships with four-year partners for enrollment and transfer. Activity II: Expand Diversity Programs - will indirectly serve as an outreach effort by increasing both the number and types of diversity programs on campus and increasing the college’s ability to gather and analyze data on student success efforts. The Chicano studies program, the Diversity Series, and Learning Communities will be enhanced; an English-Language-Learners program, a Spanish-for-Heritage-Speakers program, and a faculty research program will be developed. Columbia Basin College (CBC) 2600 North 20th Avenue Pasco, WA 99301 Two-Year Public Project Director: Marisela Mendoza Phone: (509) 547-0511 E-mail: [email protected] Award Amount: $574,237 Activity Description: Activity: Strengthening Student Success: Strengthening Instructional Programs and Improving Assessment & Advisement Systems. High failure and attrition rates are the result of curricular, advising/assessment, academic support and fiscal deficiencies, including ineffective developmental education, inadequate reinforcement of basic skills in gateway courses, faculty unprepared to address increasingly diverse and at-risk student needs, and low-capacity advising and information systems. The proposed activity develops effective, competency-based developmental instruction with Academic and Achievement Center support and the reinforcement of basic skills in gateway courses. In addition, we will create a comprehensive assessment and advisement system supported by new Student Information System capacities. Improved student success and retention will increase enrollment-based revenues to fund the ongoing incorporation of new practices and improvements into CBC operations. Heritage University 3240 Fort Road Toppenish, WA 98948 Four-Year Public Project Director: Mary Alice Muellerleile Phone: (509) 865-8531 E-mail: [email protected] Award Amount: $649,930 Activity Description: Utilization of Technology to Strengthen Student Persistence and Academic Achievement - this activity consists of three components: 1. The Advising component will include the development and implementation of an on-line advising module supported by distance video-conferencing between both institutions. 2. The Developmental Instruction component will include the development of video-based (DVD) and computer-assisted instructional modules. Developmental courses will be captured on video, edited and be made accessible for review in the developmental skills lab. The developmental courses will also be broadcast via distance learning technology between both campus sites. 3. The Faculty Development component will include learner-centered technology instruction to support faculty, with limited technology knowledge, in adopting technology strategies into their teaching.
Capitol Forum in DC
Join us in Washington, DC
for ourNational Capitol Forum
on Hispanic Higher Educationon
March 1-3, 2009
www.hacu.net
Questions on Federal Affairs?
HACU Federal Government Relations
Dr. Gumecindo Salas, VP Government Relations, [email protected]
Rosa Garcia, Executive Director of Legislative Affairs, [email protected]
Rocio Del Arroyo, Administrative Manager, [email protected]
One Dupont Circle, Suite 430Washington, DC 20036Phone: (202) 833-8361
Fax: (202) 833-8367www.hacu.net
WA State Policy –Bills of Interest
1079 BillsHB 1706: Expands resident student eligibility for purposes of the state need grant program
Financial Aid BillsSB 5044 Relating to state work-study programSB 5606 WA investment in student excellence scholarship program
WA State Policy –Bills of Interest
K-12 BillsHB 1292/SB 5112 Relating to the 180-day school yearHB 1418/SB 5618 Establishing a statewide dropout reengagement system
4-Year University BillsDiscouraging precollegiate courses at public 4-year institutions
WA State Policy –Bills of Interest
Access BillsHB 1428 Establishing Field of Dreams ProgramSB 5188 Relating to remedial postsecondary education-school districts reimburse higher education for cost of providing remedial coursesSB 5593 Relating to career&technical student programsSB 5773 Relating to opportunity internship program for high school studentsSB 5805 Providing a financial incentive to school districts for HS students to complete postsecondary credits
WA State Budget
Comparison with other western regional states
Effects on Access and Success for Students
HACU Western Regional Office
Contact:
Erica RomeroExecutive Director of Western States Legislative Affairs
Sandra RamirezAssistant Director of Recruitment, HNIP
915 L Street, Suite 1425Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 442-0392
