Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. The Champions of Hispanic Success In Higher Education!

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1 Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities The Champions of Hispanic Success In Higher Education!

2 About HACU - Founded in Texas in 1986 representing 16 colleges and universities; today we represent more than 450 colleges and universities in the US and abroad - Only nationally recognized organization representing Hispanic Serving Institutions - Western Regional Office opened in Sacramento, CA in members in Washington: - 2 Hispanic Serving Institutions: Columbia Basin College and Heritage University Toppenish - 1 Associate Member Institution: Washington State University, Pullman - 1 Partner Institution: Eastern Washington University

3 2009 HACU National Internship Program Opening Doors of Opportunity/Abriendo Puertas de Oportunidad

4 Benefits of participating in HNIP Paid internships (stipend per week) Sophomore/junior: $450 Senior: $480 Graduate students (including law, business, medicine): $550 Free airfare to and from internship site Orientation in Washington, DC with paid travel and lodging Facilitation of housing arrangements by HNIP staff Opportunities for additional professional development

5 HNIP partners (partial list) Federal government Corporate Department of the Treasury Department of Veteran s Affairs National Science Foundation Office of Personnel Management Deloitte Lockheed Martin Target Hormel Foods American Heart Association (non-profit) Department of Agriculture Department of Education Library of Congress

6 Internship locations While two-thirds of HNIP participants are placed in the DC metro area, interns over the past two years have worked in: Anchorage, AK CA: Camarillo, Fresno, Los Angeles, San Francisco CO: Boulder, Fort Collins, Denver Maitland, FL Atlanta, GA Chicago, IL MA: Boston, Winchester MO: St Louis, Kansas City New York, NY San Juan, Puerto Rico WA: Bothell, Seattle, Walla Walla

7 2009 sample internships Centers for Disease Control Environmental Health Intern (Atlanta): Research programs aimed at controlling air pollution from active industrial facilities. Literature reviews, report preparation, review of current programs aimed at reducing air pollution. USDA Communications and marketing assistant (DC): Conduct research on National Climate Change Strategy. Work directly with chief on renewable resource and sustainability. Help develop an environmental education program for youth. Animal Welfare Act intern

8 Sample internships (continued) National Institutes of Health Medical interpreter (DC): Work in the clinical center; open to speakers of various languages DHHS Food and Drug Administration (Chicago) Public health intern (Chicago): Communicate and meet with public, industry, academic, and other government agencies to promote FDA s mission and objectives. Library of Congress Finance analyst (DC) Deloitte Various accounting and auditing internships (nationwide)

9 Applying to HNIP

10 2009 Dates and Deadlines SPRING SUMMER FALL Program Dates January 15 to May 2, 2009 June 5 to August 15, 2009 August 27 to December 12, 2009 Early Deadline Does not apply October 3, 2008 Does not apply Regular Deadline November 7, 2009 February 27, 2009 June 19, 2009

11 Requirements All applicants must: Be enrolled in a degree-seeking program Associate, bachelor, graduate, and professional degree (law, medical, business) students from all academic disciplines are welcome to apply Complete their first year of college or 30 units before the internship begins (current freshman can apply for summer or fall programs) Be eligible to work in the United States Holders of F-1 Visas, US Citizens, US Permanent residents are eligible Have a 3.0 GPA

12 Who we are looking for While the general acceptance rate for most majors is around 35%, there is particular need for more applicants from following majors: Accounting/finance/economics, agriculture and environmental sciences, health and human sciences, criminal justice, communications, urban planning, epidemiology, biology, management, earth sciences, engineering, computer science/it, library science, human resources, management

13 HNIP application Go to hnip.net Fill out a simple online application, which requires you to upload a resume and personal essay Mail us a copy of your official transcript and certificate of enrollment

14 Application process HNIP staff match applications to internship descriptions provided by sponsoring organizations. Hiring managers at partner organizations pick their top candidates and may ask for a phone interview. Near the application deadline, you are notified about your selection and decide if you want to take the opportunity.

15 Life as an HNIP intern

16 Recent HNIP alumni My experience as an intern taught me what I wanted in my career and who I really am. C. Burke, FDIC intern I was given responsibilities on a level I had never had before. I worked on national programs, evaluating effectiveness and making recommendations. M. Wagner, VA Health Administration intern I was able to work first hand in [my chosen] area of research. HNIP gave me the drive to pursue a PhD at Johns Hopkins University. M. Coronado, NIH intern

17 Professional development Get hands-on, quality work experience in a variety of fields Network Possibly turn your internship into a job opportunity Get college credit for your experience

18 Personal enrichment opportunities Explore new cities Meet, live, and work with students from across the nation Engage in cultural activities Make lifelong friends

19 Other HACU student programs In addition to HNIP, HACU also offers: Scholarships General application due May HACU Annual Conference Airfare, lodging, stipend to attend our conference in Orlando, Florida (October 31-November 2, 2009) apply by September 14, 2009 Travel abroad opportunities HACU-Global Learning Scholarship Program HACU-AIFS Scholarship Program

20 Find out more at HACU National Internship Program One Dupont Circle, NW Suite 430 Washington, DC

21 Hispanic Serving School District Initiative New initiative sponsored by Sallie Mae Links K-12 Hispanic Serving School Districts with Hispanic Serving Institutions Best practices for closing the achievement gap and increasing college going rates for Latinos Youth Leadership Development Forum Latino College Planning and Testing Initiative

22 Federal Efforts: Title V Title V appropriations for undergraduate support for HSIs of $175M Funding for graduate education under Title V of $100M Last year we received a $69M Appropriations for graduate education - $11.5M/year

23 Federal Efforts: DREAM Act HACU is a strong supporter of the DREAM Act. Congress has not yet introduced this year s version of the DREAM Act but we will continue to work with membership to generate legislative support for the bill.

24 Capitol Forum in DC Join us in Washington, DC for our National Capitol Forum on Hispanic Higher Education on March 1-3,

25 Questions on Federal Affairs? HACU Federal Government Relations Dr. Gumecindo Salas, VP Government Relations, Rosa Garcia, Executive Director of Legislative Affairs, Rocio Del Arroyo, Administrative Manager, One Dupont Circle, Suite 430 Washington, DC Phone: (202) Fax: (202)

26 WA State Policy Bills of Interest 1079 Bills HB 1706: Expands resident student eligibility for purposes of the state need grant program Financial Aid Bills SB 5044 Relating to state work-study program SB 5606 WA investment in student excellence scholarship program

27 WA State Policy Bills of Interest K-12 Bills HB 1292/SB 5112 Relating to the 180-day school year HB 1418/SB 5618 Establishing a statewide dropout reengagement system 4-Year University Bills Discouraging precollegiate courses at public 4-year institutions

28 WA State Policy Bills of Interest Access Bills HB 1428 Establishing Field of Dreams Program SB 5188 Relating to remedial postsecondary educationschool districts reimburse higher education for cost of providing remedial courses SB 5593 Relating to career&technical student programs SB 5773 Relating to opportunity internship program for high school students SB 5805 Providing a financial incentive to school districts for HS students to complete postsecondary credits

29 WA State Budget Comparison with other western regional states Effects on Access and Success for Students

30 HACU Western Regional Office Contact: Erica Romero Executive Director of Western States Legislative Affairs Sandra Ramirez Assistant Director of Recruitment, HNIP 915 L Street, Suite 1425 Sacramento, CA (916)