25 ANNUAL NATIONAL CAPITOL FORUM - Hispanic …€¦ · LETTER FROM THE GOVERNING BOARD CHAIR As...

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APRIL 21-22, 2020 | VIRTUAL EVENT | PROGRAM

25TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CAPITOL FORUM

ON HISPANIC HIGHER EDUCATION

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND CEO

Thank you for joining us at our first virtual Capitol Forum. In times like these, when the world is dealing with so much uncertainty over the global pandemic, the urgency to advocate for funds for Hispanic-

Serving Institutions couldn’t be greater. My heartfelt appreciation to all those who recently answered our call-for-action and sent letters to your Members of Congress. Our combined advocacy efforts resulted in additional funding for HSIs under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act (H.R. 748).

While this may be the first time that the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) hosts this event online, we have been hosting our Forum in D.C. for many years. This year happens to be a milestone year for this gathering. The primary focus of HACU’s 25th National Capitol Forum on Hispanic Higher Education is to bring together advocates of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) to make their voices heard and make the case to legislators on Capitol Hill to fund HSIs.

We are pleased that the Honorable Robert King, assistant secretary of education of the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education will join us as a speaker at our Opening Plenary. Session topics that follow will cover shaping the economy and the workforce and the 2020 Congressional elections and changing demographics. The latest HSI policy updates from Congressional leaders will also be discussed. You will have the unique opportunity to speak with representatives directly from your district and home state via teleconference or our virtual format.

Thank you for continuing to advocate on behalf of the more than 500 HSIs across the country and for being part of this year’s Capitol Forum. Taking part in the advocacy process is not just about working towards closing the gap in funding for HSIs, but also about investing in the successful education and training of America’s future workforce.

A very special thanks to our sponsors and partners whose generous support has helped make this 25th Annual Capitol Forum possible.

Cordially,

Antonio R. FloresPresident and CEO

25TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CAPITOL FORUM ON HISPANIC HIGHER EDUCATION

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LETTER FROM THE GOVERNING BOARD CHAIR

As Chair of HACU’s Governing Board, I am honored to welcome you to HACU’s National Capitol Forum on Hispanic Higher Education. As colleges and universities around the U.S. are having to adjust their lives to social

distancing practices, we are thankful for all of you who are joining us through our virtual format of this year’s Forum. To the students who are joining in the advocacy efforts this year - know that together you represent the strongest voices for advocacy in education. Your upcoming conversations with legislators are vital to advancing the cause for Hispanic success in higher education.

This year’s virtual Capitol Forum offers an opportunity for increased participation and engagement in the advocacy and funding efforts for Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). During this multi-day event you will attend virtual sessions on issues like Higher Education Act reauthorization, funding opportunities for HSIs, and issues in higher education that directly affect HSIs across our country.

In addition, the state delegation information session for our participants and Student Advocacy 101 session will prepare you for the important congressional teleconference and virtual meetings that have been scheduled. We have the power to create positive change for generations of students at our institutions across the nation.

Thank you again for your participation in HACU’s virtual Capitol Forum. I hope you enjoy this exercise in active citizenship and advocacy for HACU’s legislative proposals.

Sincerely,

Monte E. PérezHACU Governing Board, ChairPresidentLos Angeles Mission College


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Monte E. Pérez, ChairPresidentLos Angeles Mission CollegeSylmar, Calif.

Sue Henderson, Vice-ChairPresidentNew Jersey City UniversityJersey City, N.J.

Margaret Venable, TreasurerPresidentDalton State CollegeDalton, Ga.

Mike Flores, SecretaryChancellorAlamo Colleges DistrictSan Antonio, Texas

Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, Past ChairChancellorThe City University of New York New York, N.Y.

Michael D. Amiridis ChancellorUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoChicago, Ill.

Joseph I. CastroPresidentCalifornia State University, Fresno Fresno, Calif.

Adela de la TorrePresidentSan Diego State UniversitySan Diego, Calif.

Howard Gillman ChancellorUniversity of California, IrvineIrvine, Calif.

Reyes M. GonzálezPresidentSt. Augustine CollegeChicago, Ill.

Maria Harper-MarinickFormer ChancellorMaricopa Community CollegesTempe, Ariz.

Emma Grace Hernández FloresPresidentUniversidad de IberoaméricaSan José, Costa Rica

Olga HugelmeyerSuperintendent of SchoolsElizabeth Public SchoolsElizabeth, N.J.

Joe Mella Finance Division Goldman Sachs New York, N.Y.

David Méndez PagánRectorUniversidad Ana G. Méndez Recinto de GuraboGurabo, Puerto Rico

Juan MuñozPresidentUniversity of Houston-DowntownHouston, Texas

Garnett S. StokesPresidentThe University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, N.M.

Andrew SundPresidentHeritage UniversityToppenish, Wash.

Ex-Officio:Antonio R. FloresPresident and CEOHACU

HACU GOVERNING BOARD 2019-2025TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CAPITOL FORUM ON HISPANIC HIGHER EDUCATION

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ABOUT HACUFor over thirty years, the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has advocated on behalf of Hispanic higher education in the U.S. and around the world. The mission of the Association is to Champion Hispanic Success in Higher Education.

HACU fulfills its mission by: promoting the development of member colleges and universities; improving access to and the quality of postsecondary educational opportunities for Hispanic students; and meeting the needs of business, industry and government through the development and sharing of resources, information and expertise.

HACU is the only organization that represents existing and emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). HSIs today represent 15 percent of all institutions of higher education and enroll 66 percent of Hispanic undergraduates. HACU serves its membership through advocacy, conferences, partnerships and educational programs, and offers scholarships and internship opportunities for students.

HACU, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) association with a membership of more than 500 colleges and universities in the United States, Puerto Rico, Latin America and Spain and school districts throughout the U.S. The Association’s headquarters are located in San Antonio, Texas, with regional offices in Sacramento, California and Washington, D.C. Additional information is available at www.hacu.net.

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By making a contribution to the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) you make it possible for us to keep Championing Hispanic Success in Higher Education. Help support our future.

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ADVOCATINGTO IMPROVE LIVES

Ulises Trujillo Garcia is a first-generation college student, past president and student

resource officer of the Organizacion de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos, a leader in residence for the Hispanic Association of Colleges and

Universities and he advocates for more Latino-focused

undergraduate opportunities in higher education.

Class of ’22Civil Engineering Major

WHAT ARE YOU DOING TODAY?

ADVOCATINGTO IMPROVE LIVES

Ulises Trujillo Garcia is a first-generation college student, past president and student

resource officer of the Organizacion de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos, a leader in residence for the Hispanic Association of Colleges and

Universities and he advocates for more Latino-focused

undergraduate opportunities in higher education.

Class of ’22Civil Engineering Major

WHAT ARE YOU DOING TODAY?

Stay Connected with @HACUNews #HACU2020 #FundHSIs

Download the Capitol Forum mobile app “HACU Advocacy” at the App Store and Google Play.


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PRE-CONFERENCE VIRTUAL EVENTFree sessions for college and university representatives. (Agenda is subject to change)

Note: All times are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

MONDAY, APRIL 20

1:00 - 2:30 p.m.Pre-Conference Session I

Funding Opportunities for HSIsA representative from the U.S. Department of Education will discuss Title V grants and other funding opportunities for Hispanic-Serving Institutions. Moderator:

Erica Romero Assistant Vice President for State Advocacy Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Panelists:Erika Camacho, Ph.D. Program DirectorImproving Undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI Program)National Science Foundation

2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Break

2:45 - 4:15 p.m. Pre-conference Session II

Funding Opportunities for HSIsRepresentatives from the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Agriculture will discuss funding opportunities available for colleges and universities.

Moderator: Josue Damian-MartinezGovernment Relations Coordinator Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Panelists:Irma Lawrence, Ed.D. National Program Leader Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants ProgramNational Institute of Food and AgricultureU.S. Department of Agriculture

Beatriz Ceja-WilliamsDirector, Hispanic-Serving Institutions DivisionOffice of Postsecondary EducationU.S. Department of Education

Noon - 1:30 p.m. Opening Plenary

Welcoming Remarks Antonio R. FloresPresident and CEOHispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Sponsor RemarksU.S. Army ROTCBrigadier General Antonio MuneraDeputy Commanding General, U.S. Army Cadet Command

ETS Michael Nettles, Ph.D. Senior Vice President of Policy Evaluation & Research

Update in the HEA Reauthorization and its Impact on Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs)The reauthorization of the Higher Education Act (HEA) is long overdue and HSIs must be prepared with recommended enhancements to the HEA if Congress decides to act on this sweeping law. In this session, you will have an opportunity to engage with congressional leaders and higher education advocates, and hear the latest HEA updates, including the enactment of the FUTURE Act.

Moderator: Alicia DiazInterim Chief Advocacy OfficerHispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Speaker: The Honorable Diane Auer JonesPrincipal Deputy Under Secretary U.S. Department of Education

Presenter:Terry Hartle Senior Vice President Government and Public Affairs American Council on Education

1:30 - 1:45 p.m.Break

1:45 - 3:00 p.m.Early Afternoon Session

Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs): Shaping the Economy and the WorkforceHSIs represent 15 percent of all higher education institutions yet serve 66 percent of all Hispanic undergraduate students. A majority of HSIs are located in urban areas, and are concentrated geographically, with 83 percent of these institutions located in six states and Puerto Rico. In this session, panelists will discuss the role of HSIs in shaping our economy and workforce at the national, state, and local level.

Moderator: David Ortiz, Ph.D. Senior Vice President for Operations, Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Panelists:David Williams Policy Director Opportunity Insights

Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, Ph.D. Chancellor City University of New York

Nicole Smith, Ph.D. Chief Economist Center on Education and the Workforce Georgetown University

3:00 - 3:15 p.m.Break

AGENDA VIRTUAL EVENT(Agenda is subject to change)


TUESDAY, APRIL 21


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AGENDA VIRTUAL EVENTAgenda is subject to change)


TUESDAY, APRIL 21 (Continued)

3:15 - 4:30 p.m.Late Afternoon Session

2020 Congressional Elections and Changing DemographicsWith the 2020 Congressional elections a few months away, we will hear from policy and media experts about the changing congressional landscape, including the expected change on relevant education committees, the recent growth in the Hispanic population, and what this all means for HSIs and higher education policy. Moderator:

Erica RomeroAssistant Vice President for State AdvocacyHispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Panelists:James Woodworth, Ph.D. Commissioner National Center for Education Statistics

Andrew Kreighbaum Federal Policy Reporter Inside Higher Ed

Michael Macagnone Staff Writer CQ Roll Call

4:30 - 5:00 p.m. State Delegation Information and Q&A SessionAttendees participating in the virtual congressional meetings will receive important information for the meetings and about HACU’s policy priorities. HACU Government Relations staff will be available to answer any questions. Presenters:

Alicia Díaz Interim Chief Advocacy Officer Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Erica Romero Assistant Vice President for State Advocacy Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

5:15 - 6:15 p.m.Student Advocacy 101This session is designed for students to learn about how to become an effective advocate. Participants will receive an overview, set of expectations, and tips/protocols for successful virtual congressional meetings. Presenter:

Erica Romero Assistant Vice President for State Advocacy Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities


Download the Capitol Forum mobile app “HACU Advocacy” at the App Store and Google Play.


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AGENDA VIRTUAL EVENT(Agenda is subject to change)


WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22

11:00 a.m . - Noon HSI Policy Update from Congressional Leaders Moderator:

Alicia DíazInterim Chief Advocacy OfficerHispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Panelists:

The Honorable Raúl M. GrijalvaUnited States House of Representative

The Honorable Joaquin CastroUnited States House of Representatives

Noon - 5:00 p.m.Virtual Congressional Meetings Meeting times vary according to state delegations. Schedule provided.

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We’re proud to be a member of HACU and

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We honor the uniqueness of our UC San Diego students: their culture, identity, family, history, and life experiences as they ascend toward their dreams and achieve success for themselves and their families. The Latinx/Chicanx Academic Excellence Initiative is designed to ensure that California’s fastest growing student population feels welcome, supported, and able to thrive at UC San Diego.

AT UC SAN DIEGO, STUDENTS CAN:• Embrace community, culture, and scholarship at

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Since 1986, HACU has served its members and the nation by:Promoting the development of member colleges and universities; Improving access to and the quality of post-secondary educational opportunities for Hispanic students; Meeting the needs of business, industry and government through the development and sharing of resources, information and expertise.

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