HACU’s 7th International Conference will offer a bilingual platform for discussing latest trends, model programs, research and cutting-edge issues regarding Hispanic higher education.    

Specific Objectives:

• To establish a forum for the discussion of key topics on the development of higher education for Hispanics.
• To establish links among organizations and individuals in the Hispanic educational world that will facilitate the identification of strategic initiatives of international cooperation.
• To exchange relevant academic and administrative experiences that promotes the efficiency, relevance, coverage and quality of post-secondary education for Hispanics.
• To promote links among Hispanic associations for education, governmental agencies and business communities looking to establish collaborative agreements for the exchange of information to promote the progress and development of Hispanic institutions to address the needs of higher education and the societies to whom they serve.

Who should attend?

• Representatives from HACU Member and Partner institutions
• Higher education administrators, faculty and students from different countries
• Representatives from corporate and non-profit organizations
• Federal, State and Local Government Officials
• Members of higher education associations
• Individuals interested in promoting international collaborative efforts of corporations, non-profits, federal governments and higher education institutions      

Highlights:

• The conference is expected to draw national and international participants from higher education, business, non-profit organizations, and the federal, state and local governments.
• HACU’s 7th International Conference will feature internationally renowned keynote speakers and guests at special plenary sessions, workshops, and lectures.
• Cultural excursions and visits
• Unique networking opportunities
• On-site fine dining and exceptional entertainment events
• Conference Exhibit Hall promoting the latest private- and public-sector career, research, technology opportunities, services and products in a one-site setting for maximum benefit to conference attendees  

Proposed Tracks:

• The Value of Language
• Strength in Diversity
• The Role of Education
• The Dialogue of Cultures