Judith FonsecaThe 8th HSI Convening will bring together educators and institutional leaders to exchange insights and strengthen support for Hispanic-Serving Institutions and student success. The convening will highlight collaboration, effective strategies, and shared efforts to expand opportunities for students. Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60612 Join us for a focused and collaborative gathering centered on advancing educational impact and fostering meaningful connections.If you would like additional information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, or attendance details, please email us at aguillen@ushli.org
Join us for the 2026 USHLI Annual Dinner as we come together for an inspiring evening celebrating leadership, service, and community impact. The evening will bring together community leaders, educators, students, partners, and supporters who are committed to advancing educational opportunities and leadership development for future generations. This year’s theme, “First Gen to Next Gen: From Emerging to Leading,” highlights the power of leadership, opportunity, and investing in the next generation of changemakers. We are honored to feature distinguished leader Hon. Henry G. Cisneros, Founder & Senior Advisor of American Triple I and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, as…
The 2026 Student Leadership Series Spring Tour will take place from April 28–30, 2026, delivering a dynamic and inspiring experience to students across participating campuses. This year’s tour features nationally recognized speaker Gabe Salazar, whose powerful message empowers students to overcome challenges, build resilience, and lead with purpose.Through engaging sessions and meaningful dialogue, the Spring Tour is designed to equip students with the tools, confidence, and motivation needed to succeed academically, personally, and professionally.
2026 Student Leadership Series Launch Gallery Join us for our 2027 Student Leadership Series Launch The SLS serves as the cornerstone of USHLI’s campaign to create a culture of education in which academic persistence will become a priority in every Latino household. The program focuses on motivating students to stay in school, improve their academic performance, graduate from college, and pursue and successfully complete some level of post-secondary education or training. Since 2011, the SLS has reached over 978,800 participants across 39 states and over 3,530 organizations. 2026 Student Leadership Series Spring Tour Coming soon If you have any questions about our…
“UPLIFTING AMERICA’S EMERGING LEADERS” JOIN US FOR OUR 2026USHLI NATIONAL CONFERENCE! The USHLI Conference has become the largest annual gathering for students, young professionals and emerging leaders in the nation. Attendees comprise a complete cross-section of our leadership community and include all ethnic and racial groups. Our national conference provides an extraordinary opportunity for participants to interact with multi-level academic and employment recruiters, public policymakers, expert presenters and hear nationally prominent, standing-ovation-quality speakers. This conference will enable participants to strengthen their leadership skills, access resources, reinforce their cultural identity, and grow their servant leadership capability. COME and EXPERIENCE THE TRANSFORMATION…
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