Verde Valley News – The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has named Yavapai College as an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution.
Yavapai College endeavors to become an official Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), which is designated by the U.S. Department of Education. To do so, YC must reach a full-time equivalent student population of 25%.
Over the last several years, YC has multiplied its efforts to serve the Hispanic communities in Yavapai County properly. These efforts include increased outreach and participation in community events, increasing academic and personal support services, career coaching, developing more access to resources, and creating a better sense of belonging through activities for first-generation college students, among others.
Being named an emerging HSI affords YC opportunities to further its efforts by providing the college with additional Hispanic student leadership programs, webinars and learning opportunities, conferences, and other benefits and resources.
Once full HSI status is achieved, Yavapai College will join 572 other HSIs throughout the United States and will become eligible for federal funding opportunities.
Yavapai College operates six campuses and centers throughout Yavapai County and offers over 100 degrees and certificates, two baccalaureate degrees, student and community services, and cultural events and activities.
To learn more about YC, visit www.yc.edu.
