Leader-in-Residence

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) Leader-in-Residence is a competitive program where students from HACU-member institutions across the U.S. and Puerto Rico apply to receive leadership and career development training. Selected students are designated as a "HACU Leader-in-Residence" at their home institution. These Leaders receive a sponsorship to participate in the Student Track component of the HACU Annual Conference, known as the ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute.

In addition, Leaders will participate in HACU leadership development webinars during the academic year. Leaders will also serve as a HACU resource to other students on their campus. Each Leader will be required to identify a faculty or staff advisor at their university and meet with their advisor during the course of the program. Leaders are expected to conduct an information session on HACU internships, scholarships, and other services on their campus as well as assist in increasing engagement of their fellow students in HACU’s programs and advocacy efforts.

Benefits:

HACU ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute Sponsorship (Includes conference registration, three conference lunches, and a Networking Dinner. Travel and lodging is also included for non-local students only.)
Participation in Leadership Development webinars throughout the year
Certificate of Completion upon meeting all of the requirements of the leadership program
Complimentary HACU Student Affiliate Annual Membership

Eligibility:

Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Have not received a HACU Conference Sponsorship for the 2022 Annual Conference
Must be enrolled at a college or university in the Fall 2023
Must be willing to be sponsored by a corporate, federal, or nonprofit sponsor

Deadline to apply is Friday, June 23, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. For questions, please e-mail erik.sandoval@hacu.net.

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Meet the 2022 HACU Leader-in-Residence Recipients:

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, founded in 1986, represents more than 500 colleges and universities in the United States, Latin America, Spain, and school districts throughout the U.S. HACU is the only national association representing existing and emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The Association’s headquarters are in San Antonio, Texas, with regional offices in Washington, D.C. and Sacramento, California.