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Thursday, September 02, 2010
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ResourcesThe Hispanic College Fund Names Dr. Carlos E. Santiago Chief Executive Officer Effective Oct. 1
WASHINGTON (Aug. 18, 2010) - After conducting a national search through Russell Reynolds Associates, the Hispanic College Fund announced today that Chancellor Carlos E. Santiago of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has been named to lead the organization as the new chief executive officer, effective Oct. 1. Joseph A. Petrone, who provided distinguished leadership as interim CEO, will continue serving on the board of directors as vice chair of finance and transition duties to Dr. Santiago. Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium Motivates 127 Urban Los Angeles Students
Los Angeles, CA (Aug. 16, 2010) - 127 students from Roosevelt, Belmont, Santee, Garfield, Grant, and Wilson high schools were hosted on the campus of UCLA on Aug. 10-13 for a four-day, three-night college empowerment program that inspired the students to graduate from college, become professionals, and give back to the community. While on campus, the students participated in various workshops with the themes of college, career, and community service. At the conclusion of the program, 100% of the students reported they will attend college, 51% said they would pursue careers in business and STEM, and 98% said they were confident in their ability to make a difference in their communities. The Hispanic College Fund Elects Lockheed Martin's Dr. Ray O Johnson To Its Board Of DirectorsWASHINGTON (Aug. 9, 2010) - The Hispanic College Fund today elected Lockheed Martin Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Dr. Ray O Johnson, to its board of directors. Dr. Johnson offers an array of experience to the board and he will assist in guiding the Hispanic College Fund toward continued success. Second Annual Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium Launches August 10 For More Than 125 Underserved Youth
Los Angeles, CA (Aug. 9, 2010) - More than 125 Hispanic high school students from urban Los Angeles will be hosted on the campus of UCLA from August 10-13 to launch the second annual Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium, a four-day, three-night college empowerment program of the Hispanic College Fund. Students were selected from a competitive admissions pool of applicants based on essay responses, GPA, grade level, and leadership potential. Students will participate in college and career workshops, attend a college admission fair, connect with local Hispanic professionals and college admissions officers, and compete for $10,500 in scholarships. Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium Motivates 100 East San Jose Students
San Jose, CA (August 3, 2010) - 90 students from East Side Union high schools were hosted on the campus of Santa Clara University on July 28-31 for a four-day, three-night college empowerment program designed to inspire students to achieve higher education, pursue professional careers, and give back to the community. While on campus, students participated in various workshops with the themes of college, career, and community service. At the conclusion of the program, 97% of the students reported they will attend college, 59% said they would pursue careers in business and STEM, and 85% said they were confident in their ability to make a difference in their communities. Over 200 Volunteers to Participate in Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium August 10-13
Los Angeles, CA (August 2, 2010) - More than 200 college students, community leaders and corporate employees will volunteer for the 2nd Annual Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium, serving as professional role models, guest speakers, competition judges, workshop facilitators, and more. The 2010 Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Symposium will be held from August 10-13 at UCLA. Over 125 local Latino high school students from Roosevelt, Belmont, Santee, Garfield, Grant and Wilson High Schools are expected to attend the four-day, three-night college empowerment program, where they will participate in college and career workshops, attend a college admissions fair, connect with local Hispanic professionals and college admissions officers, and compete for $10,500 in scholarships. More Than 50 Hispanic Community Members to Serve as Mentors and Change 100 Students' Expectations for Their Futures
Santa Clara, CA (July 28, 2010) - Hispanic leaders from many of Silicon Valley's largest corporations and organizations will convene on the campus of Santa Clara University tomorrow morning, July 29th, from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. on Kenna/St. Ignatius Lawn to share their stories of educational and professional success with about 100 students from the East Side Union High School District. Inaugural Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium Launches July 28 for 100 Underserved Youth
Santa Clara, CA (July 26, 2010) - About 100 Hispanic high school students from the East Side Union High School District in San Jose will be hosted on the campus of Santa Clara University on July 28-31 to launch the first-ever Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium, a four-day, three-night college empowerment program of the Hispanic College Fund in partnership with National Hispanic University. Students were selected from a competitive admissions pool of more than 275 initial applicants based on essay responses, GPA, grade level, and leadership potential. Students will participate in college and career workshops, attend a college admission fair, connect with local Hispanic professionals and college admissions officers, and compete for $10,500 in scholarships. Central Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium Motivates Nearly 100 Fresno Students
Fresno, CA (July 26, 2010) - Nearly 100 Latino high school students were hosted on the campus of Fresno State University on July 20-23 for a four-day, three-night college empowerment program designed to inspire students to achieve higher education, pursue professional careers, and give back to the community. While on campus, students participated in various workshops with the themes of college, career, and community service. At the conclusion of the program, 99% of the students reported they will attend college, 55% said they would pursue careers in business and STEM, and 97% said they were confident in their ability to make a difference in their communities. Microsoft Donates $100,000 To Hispanic College Fund For 2010 Programming
Santa Clara, CA (July 13, 2010) - The Hispanic College Fund received a $100,000 donation from Microsoft, a leadership gift that helped ensure the launch of the inaugural Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Institute on July 28-31 at Santa Clara University. About 100 local Latino high school students are expected to attend the four-day, three-night college empowerment program of the Hispanic College Fund, where they will participate in college and career workshops, attend a college admission fair, connect with local Hispanic professionals and college admissions officers, and compete for $10,500 in scholarships. Over 140 Volunteers To Participate In Inaugural Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium
Santa Clara, CA (July 12, 2010) - More than 140 students, community leaders and corporate employees will volunteer for the inaugural Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium, serving as professional role models, guest speakers, competition judges, workshop facilitators, and more. The 2010 Silicon Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium will be held from July 28-31 at Santa Clara University in partnership with National Hispanic University, Santa Clara University and East Side Union High School District. Over 100 Volunteers Participating In Fifth Annual Central Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium Launching Today
Fresno, CA (July 20, 2010) - More than 100 students, community leaders and corporate employees will volunteer for the fifth annual Central Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium, serving as professional role models, guest speakers, competition judges, workshop facilitators, and more. The 2010 Central Valley Hispanic Youth Symposium commences today and will be held from July 20-23 at Fresno State University in partnership with the Central Valley Higher Education Consortium. Governor McDonnell And Senators Webb And Warner Named Honorary Co-Chairs Of Virginia Hispanic Youth Institute
Washington, DC (July 13, 2010) - Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell and United States Senators Jim Webb and Mark Warner will serve as the honorary co-chairs of the 2010 Virginia Hispanic Youth Institute, a program of the Hispanic College Fund. The four-day, three-night college empowerment program is expected to serve approximately 200 Hispanic high school students on the campus of Virginia State University from July 14-17. Virginia Hispanic Youth Symposium Draws More Than 700 Applications For Summer College And Career Program
Petersburg, VA (June 25, 2010) - Applications from high school students to attend the Virginia Hispanic Youth Symposium topped 713, a 18 percent increase over 2009 numbers. Students throughout the state applied online to attend the seventh annual Virginia Hispanic Youth Symposium, a four-day, three-night college empowerment program for at-promise high school students. The event will be held at Virginia State University from July 14-17 and is hosted in partnership with the U.S. Social Security Administration. Arizona Hispanic Youth Symposium Draws More Than 800 Applications For Summer College And Career Program
Tempe, AZ (June 25, 2010) - Applications from high school students to attend the Arizona Hispanic Youth Symposium topped 841. Students throughout the state applied online to attend the second Arizona Hispanic Youth Symposium, a four-day, three-night college empowerment program for at-promise high school students. The event will be held at Arizona State University from July 7-10 and is hosted in partnership with Chandler Compadres and Arizona State University. |
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