Moving Forward
Subtitle
Policies, Planning, and Promoting Access of Hispanic College Students
Edited by Gary Francisco Keller, Alfredo G. de los Santos Jr. and Alberto Acereda
Equitable access to quality education is key to the advancement of Hispanic communities because education may serve as either a gateway or a barrier to social mobility, economic prosperity, and civic engagement. "Moving Forward" explores key forces in the academic lives of Hispanic students, points out problems and offers solutions. It provides a review of the policies, planning and progress achieved in the effort to promote Hispanic access around the nation.
Bios
Alfredo G. de los Santos Jr. is a research professor at the Arizona State University Hispanic Research Center. He is emeritus vice-chancellor of the Maricopa Community College District and the founding president of El Paso Community College.
Gary Francisco Keller is Regents' Professor and director of the Arizona State University Hispanic Research Center. He is the author of over thirty books and more than one hundred articles on Latino literature, film, art, linguistics and language policy.
Alberto Acereda is senior director, global education, at the Educational Testing Service in Princeton, New Jersey. Before joining ETS in 2012, he was a professor of Spanish and Latin American literatures and cultures at Arizona State University.
Praise for this book
Within a framework of policy analysis, key issues, and potential solutions, 'Moving Forward' underscores the urgency of ensuring greater access and retention for this rapidly growing population. With more than 1.5 million Latinos/as now attending community colleges, our institutions represent critical pathways to reduce disparities and increase opportunity.
Walter G. Bumphus President and CEO, American Association of Community Colleges
... a rich collection of insightful perspectives on advancing access and opportunities for Hispanic students from a distinguished group of thought leaders and successful practitioners.
Diana Natalicio President, The University of Texas at El Paso
