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A Strong Future and Promising Career by Leveraging Time: Time is Golden

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March 31, 2026
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  • Dr. Aura J. Cazares
  • March 31, 2026
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In this edition of Within OUR Grasp, I am partnering with Southwest Detroit’s Trailblazer and Michigan Hispanic Collaborative’s (MiHC) Founder and CEO, JoAnn Chavez to highlight how MiHC expanded their services and is leveraging the importance of time in a moment when Michigan’s future workforce is at stake. By helping “OUR” students make informed decisions—and follow through—MiHC is creating opportunity for individuals, families, and our communities.

We often hear the saying “El tiempo es oro.” Time is golden. It’s something many of us grew up with, a reminder from our parents and families to stay focused, work hard, and make the most of every opportunity. It reflects a shared belief in our community: that education, discipline, and perseverance can open doors to a better future.

And yet, we also know the reality is more complex.

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In SW Detroit and across Michigan, most families believe in the value of education and the promise it holds. But too many students are asked to make life-changing decisions without the guidance, information, or support to do so with confidence. The result is not a lack of ambition, but a loss of time—time spent navigating uncertainty instead of moving forward with purpose.

At the same time, our state is at a critical moment. Michigan’s future depends on all of “OUR” students to be a prepared and skilled workforce, yet too many talented young people are not reaching their full potential. This is not just an individual challenge—it is a shared one, and it calls for a shared response.

That is where our opportunity lies.

When we invest in helping students make informed decisions and give them the competencies and support to follow through, we do more than improve outcomes for individual students. We strengthen families, uplift communities, and build the future workforce our state depends on.

How does MiHC help students make the best of their limited time?

At MiHC, we believe time only becomes valuable when it is used with clarity and intention.

Too many students lose time navigating college and career pathways through trial and error, making decisions without the information or support they need. That’s where we step in.

Through our Everything to Win (ETW) model, we help students make informed decisions early and then support them to follow through. Students have a clear plan, consistent coaching, and a team behind them, so their time is focused on the actions that truly move them forward.

Equally important, we build the skills that make time productive: critical thinking, communication, and accountability. Students are not just busy—they are intentional.

Throughout my career, whether in corporate leadership or now leading MiHC, I’ve seen that success is rarely about working harder; it’s about making better decisions sooner. That’s the mindset we are instilling in our students.

How does MiHC help students understand that career exploration starts early?

We treat career exploration as a process, not a moment.

Too often, students are asked to make career decisions at the end of high school without ever having had meaningful exposure to what different careers actually look like. We change that by starting early and making exploration continuous.

Students engage with professionals, learn about different industries, and begin connecting their interests and strengths to real pathways. They don’t just hear about options; they learn how to research and evaluate them.

That distinction matters. Career exploration is not just about exposure–it’s about informed decision-making.

When students start early, they make stronger academic, financial, and career choices. They choose pathways that align with their goals, and they stay on track because they understand why their decisions matter.

This is also where partnerships with employers, schools, and community become critical. When students can see and experience what’s possible, their decisions become more informed and more ambitious.

How does MiHC reinforce that being first-generation is a superpower?

We help students see themselves differently and more accurately.

First-generation students are often navigating systems that were not designed with them in mind. But in doing so, they develop resilience, adaptability, and determination. These traits are critical for success in any environment.

At MiHC, we don’t ask students to overcome their background. We help them recognize it as a source of strength and celebrate it.

Through our team-based model and 12-year model, students are surrounded by people who see their potential, hold high expectations, and support them as they grow. They build confidence through encouragement and action—making decisions, solving problems, and achieving milestones.

I’ve spent much of my career being the only one in the room. What I’ve learned is that perspective is not a disadvantage—it’s a differentiator and a winner.

We want our students to understand that they are bringing something powerful with them. And when paired with the right support and opportunities, that becomes a true competitive advantage—not just for them, but for the organizations and communities they will lead in the future.

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Time is golden, but only when it’s used with purpose. At MiHC, we ensure “OUR” students don’t just spend time navigating systems. They invest it in building a future—for themselves, their families, and the state of Michigan.

Dr. Aura J. Cazares (she/her/hers) is a firstgeneration immigrant and college graduate whose higher education expertise centers on expanding educational and professional access through cultural humility, campus wellness, and sustainable leadership.

Her collaborative approach has strengthened student recruitment and retention across a wide range of institutions, and she has been recognized for advancing campus cultures of belonging. She has served on numerous boards and task forces—including two gubernatorial appointments to Michigan’s Sexual Assault Prevention Task Force and multiple countylevel violence prevention and response groups. Recently, she has been appointed to serve as Eastern Michigan University’s Dean of Students where she leads with courage, integrity, and empathy to broaden educational and career opportunities for the communities she serves.

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Aprovecha el tiempo para construir un futuro prometedor: El tiempo es oro

Esta edición de A TU Alcance tenemos como coautora a la ejecutiva y pionera en liderazgo, JoAnn Chavez, para informar a nuestra comunidad de los servicios que su fundación sin lugar a lucro Michigan Hispanic Collaborative (MiHC) y destacar cómo MiHC amplió su servicio a nuestras familias ensenando como usar el tiempo a nuestro favor, especialmente ahora que el futuro de la fuerza laboral de Michigan está en juego. Al ayudar a “NUESTROS” estudiantes de a tomar decisiones informadas —y dar seguimiento a lo que se proponen—, MiHC crea oportunidades para estudiantes, familias y nuestra comunidad.

A menudo oímos el dicho “El tiempo es oro” y es no solo un refrán con el que muchos crecimos, sino un consejo de nuestros padres y nuestras familias para mantenernos concentrados en nuestras metas, trabajar duro y aprovechar al máximo cada oportunidad. también refleja la creencia compartida en nuestra comunidad: que la educación, la disciplina y la perseverancia pueden abrir puertas a un futuro prometedor.

En el suroeste de Detroit y en todo Michigan, la mayoría de las familias creen en la promesa de un futuro mejor al obtener una educación universitaria. Lamentablemente demasiados estudiantes confrontan decisiones que cambiaran sus vidas sin orientación, sin obtener los factores indicados, ni el apoyo para hacerlo con certeza. Este proceso no es por falta de ambición o seriedad, sino por que dedican demasiado tiempo navegando sistemas y procesos al alba en lugar de avanzar con una menta segura en mente.

Al mismo tiempo, nuestro estado atraviesa un momento crítico. El futuro de Michigan depende de que todos NUESTROS estudiantes estén preparados y tengan las cualidades necesarias para formar parte de la fuerza laboral. Desafortunadamente muchos de nuestros jóvenes tienen el talento para afrontar este reto, pero no están alcanzando su potencial máximo. Ayudarlos no es un reto, sino comunitario.

Cuando invertimos en enseñar a los estudiantes como tomar decisiones informadas —y les damos la capacitación y el apoyo para llevarlas a cabo—hacemos más que mejorar el futuro de cada alumno. Fortalecemos a nuestras familias, elevamos comunidades y construimos el tipo de fuerza laboral en la que puede depender nuestro estado.

¿Cómo ayuda MiHC a los estudiantes a aprovechar al máximo su tiempo limitado?

En MiHC, creemos que el tiempo incrementa su valor cuando se utiliza con claridad e intención. Demasiados estudiantes pierden tiempo navegando el sistema universitario y elijen su carrera mediante prueba y error sin la información o el apoyo que necesitan cuando toman esas decisiones. Ahí es donde entra el apoyo brindado por MiHC.

A través de nuestro modelo Todo para Ganar (ETW), ayudamos a los estudiantes a tomar decisiones informadas desde el principio y apoyamos para que den seguimiento a sus elecciones. Los estudiantes tienen un plan claro, asesoría constante y un equipo que los respalda, por lo que su tiempo se centra en los pasos que realmente les impulsan hacia al éxito.

Con la misma importancia, los guiamos para que desarrollen habilidades que hacen que el tiempo sea productivo, por ejemplo, como desarrollar el pensamiento crítico, saber comunicarse y responsabilidad. De esta manera los estudiantes no solo están utilizando su tiempo en estar ocupados, si no utilizan su tiempo con intención.

A lo largo de mi carrera—ya sea en liderazgo corporativo o ahora liderando MiHC—he visto que el éxito rara vez consiste en trabajar más duro; se trata de tomar mejores decisiones lo más pronto posible. Esa es la mentalidad que estamos inculcando en nuestros estudiantes.

¿Cómo ayuda MiHC a los estudiantes a entender que la exploración profesional comienza temprano?

Tratamos la exploración profesional como un proceso, no como un paso. Demasiadas veces, se les pide a los estudiantes que elijan una profesión al terminar la preparatoria sin tener idea de lo que realmente conlleva una carrera. MiHC ha cambiamos eso  al proveer exploración profesional temprano y de una forma continua.

Los estudiantes interactúan con profesionistas de diferentes industrias, aprenden sobre diferentes ramas y comienzan a conectar sus intereses y sus habilidades con caminos que conllevan al éxito. De esta manera, no solo escuchan opciones, aprenden a evaluarlas. Esa distinción importa porque la exploración profesional no solo se basa en exposición, también requiere de saber cómo tomar decisiones.

Cuando los estudiantes comienzan su búsqueda pronto, toman decisiones académicas, financieras y profesionales más sólidas. Eligen caminos que se alinean con sus objetivos y se mantienen en el proceso porque entienden qué sus decisiones importan.

En esta etapa es también donde las colaboraciones—con empleadores, universidades y la comunidad—se vuelven fundamentales. Cuando los estudiantes pueden ver y experimentar lo que es posible, sus decisiones se vuelven más informadas y ambiciosas.

¿Cómo refuerza MiHC que ser la primera generación que persigue estas metas es un superpoder?

Ayudamos a los estudiantes a verse a sí mismos de forma diferente—y con mayor precisión. Los estudiantes que son la primera generación suelen navegar sistemas que no fueron diseñados pensando en ellos. Pero al hacerlo, desarrollan resiliencia, adaptabilidad y determinación, rasgos fundamentales para el éxito en cualquier entorno.

En MiHC, no pedimos que “superen” las dificultades que conlleva su origen; les ayudamos a reconocer sus retos como una fuente de fortaleza y a celebrar su espíritu de superación.

A través de nuestro sistema basado en equipos y un modelo de 12 años, los estudiantes están rodeados de personas que ven su potencial, tienen expectativas altas y les apoyan mientras crecen. Con esto se les ayuda a que construyan la confianza en sí mismos, no solo través de darles ánimo, sino también mediante las lecciones de vida que se les provee como: tomar decisiones, resolver problemas y alcanzar sus metas.

He pasado gran parte de mi carrera siendo la única persona con mi experiencia e identidades en muchos espacios y situaciones. Lo que he aprendido es que la perspectiva no es una desventaja: es un diferenciador y lo que hace una ganadora.

Queremos que nuestros estudiantes entiendan que llevan consigo algo poderoso. Y cuando se combina el talento con el apoyo y las oportunidades adecuadas, esto se convierte en una verdadera ventaja competitiva, no solo para ellos, sino para las organizaciones y comunidades que liderarán en el futuro.

Mina de Oro

El tiempo es oro—y su valor incrementa cuando se usa propósito. El apoyo invaluable que provee MiHC, a “NUESTROS” estudiantes está ligado a que no inviertan tiempo navegando sistemas sin asesoría, sino que utilicen su tiempo construyendo un futuro prometedor, para ellos mismos, sus familias y el estado de Michigan.

La Dra. Laura J. Cazares (ella) es una inmigrante y la primera persona en su familia que egresada de la universidad, cuya experiencia en educación superior se centra en ampliar el acceso educativo y profesional a través de su liderazgo basado en la humildad cultural, balanceando el bienestar mental de sus comunidades. Su enfoque colaborativo ha fortalecido el reclutamiento y la retención de estudiantes en una amplia gama de instituciones, y ha sido reconocida por promover culturas universitarias de pertenencia.

Ha formado parte de numerosos grupos de trabajo y gabinetes ejecutivos, incluyendo dos nombramientos gubernamentales para el Grupo de Trabajo de Prevención de Agresiones Sexuales de Michigan y múltiples grupos de prevención y respuesta a la violencia a nivel de condado. Recientemente, ha sido nombrada Decana de Estudiantes (Dean of Students) de Eastern Michigan University, donde lidera con valentía, integridad y empatía para ampliar las oportunidades educativas y profesionales de nuestra comunidad.

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