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Within Your Grasp, Get Personalized Support while You Complete the College Admissions Process from the Michigan Hispanic Collaborative

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September 19, 2024
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  • Dra. Aura J. Cazares
  • September 19, 2024
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Few unforgettable moments change the trajectory of our lives and our communities, such as completing a high school and college degree.  According to the State of Michigan School Data, Michiganders with bachelor’s degrees earn a median wage of $63,100 five years after graduation, while those with high school diplomas earn a median wage of $29,700. This gap gets wider for people who do not complete their high school degree and earn a master’s or doctoral degree. Even though I graduated from a high school in Texas, I also heard these types of figures and though, wow, I can earn so much more money, but how am I going to get admitted let alone graduate from college?

Admittedly, for many of our community members, those questions are still present. Well, the good news is that help is not only within your grasp, but free and available. One example is the agency Michigan Hispanic Collaborative (MiHC) whose strategy to help the Hispanic community achieve their educational goals includes providing bilingual-individualized support with the college admissions process and through the college journey for Hispanic families in Michigan. I asked MiHC’s leaders how does MiHC help families navigate the college access system, help families make the best use of time, and reiterate the message that, “nobody is born knowing everything?” I encourage you to review the insight provided by, Western High School graduate, Dr. Vanessa Reynold’s, MiHC Director of College Admissions & Success and Amanda Said Canto, MiHC  Acting Executive Director & Chief of Staff.

How does MiHC help students with “Starting on the right foot?”

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MiHC starts conversations about college early, engaging scholars and their families well before the application process begins. This ensures that scholars understand the requirements and are properly prepared when the time comes, setting them up for success from the start.

How does MiHC help students understand that “Nobody is born knowing everything?”

Recognizing that no one starts out knowing it all, MiHC provides scholars with the right information at the right time. As an MiHC scholar, if you don’t ask for help—MiHC will be there every step of the way, offering guidance and support as scholars access college opportunities and pursue a four-year degree!

How does MiHC reinforce the message “Time is of the essence?”

MiHC aligns coaching and content with key milestones, ensuring that scholars stay on track and have the resources they need at critical moments. We also preserve work time for scholars to focus on essential tasks, empowering students to stay ahead and meet their goals efficiently.

Throughout my life, I have heard a Spanish saying, (loosely translated) that says, “There is not a harder battle, than the battle not fought.” In the quest to support our students to reach their potential, we are not alone. Partnering with MiHC and support programs within our schools, and colleges the battle will be won. Dr. Reynolds stated, “Personally, I am passionate about this work because I too was a first- generation Western International High School graduate; I know the barriers our students face. Not only have I been there, but I have overcome all the challenges, and I want to empower our scholars to reach their best potential. Like Dr. Reynolds, MiHC and I are here to elevate our Próxima Generación (the next generation. Join Us!

For more information: www.mihc.org; 313-649-7074

Dr. Aura J. Cazares has over two decades of experience employing Spanish fluency and analytical skills to lead strategic enrollment and student support systems for a Catholic Jesuit University and a Hispanic Serving Institution, an urban community college, and currently leads support systems for students and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at a four-year institution. Her passions are addressing systemic barriers that preclude student success and educating her community about how to achieve academic and professional success.

A Tu Alcance, Conéctate con la Agencia Michigan Hispanic Collaborative y Recibe Apoyo para Completar el Proceso de Admisión y tu Carrera Universitaria

Hay pocos momentos inolvidables que marcan el trayecto de nuestras vidas como lo es completar la preparatoria o una carrea universitaria.  De acuerdo a las estadistas escolares del estado de Michigan, las personas en Michigan que terminan una licenciatura tienen en promedio un ingreso anual de $63,100 cinco años después de graduarse en comparación a un ingreso anual de $29,700 que obtienen una persona graduada de la preparatoria. La diferencia se incrementa aún más cuando se factora a una persona que no termino la preparatoria y una persona que obtiene una maestría o doctorado.  Aunque yo curse la preparatoria en Texas, recuerdo escuchar estas cifras y pensar, wow, puedo un día ganar esa cantidad de dinero, pero como le hago para que me acepten a una universidad y aún más hay, ¿cómo le voy a hacer para graduarme de una universidad?

Sin duda alguna estas preguntas siguen estando presentes para nuestra comunidad. Pues, la buena noticia es que hay ayuda a nuestro alcance y es ayudad gratuita. Un ejemplo es la labor de la Michigan Hispanic Collaborative (MiHC) la cual se dedica a brindar apoyo para que la comunidad Hispana de Michigan logre sus metas educacionales al proveer apoyo bilingüe de una manera individualizada para que los estudiantes completen el proceso de admisión universitario y se puedan graduara de la universidad. Las respuestas de mi entreviste a la Doctora Vanessa Reynolds, quien es Gerente de Admisión Universitaria y Éxito Estudiantil (aparte de ser egresada de la preparatoria Western International) y a Amanda Said Canto, Directora Ejecutiva y Jefe de Personal de MiHC sobre ¿cómo su agencia apoya a los estudiantes a empezar con el pie derecho?, ¿cómo refuerzan que Nadie nace sabiendo todo?, ¿y cómo ganarle tiempo al tiempo? Pondrán acércanos más al éxito educativo.

¿Cómo apoya MiHC a los estudiantes a empezar con el pie derecho?

 La agencia MiHC empieza conversaciones con estudiantinas y sus familias sobre la oportunidades universitarias durante la preparatoria. De esta manera MiHC se asegura que los alumnos empiezen a entender los requisitos y pasos que deben tomar para que el resultado de su proceso de admisión sea exitoso.

¿Cómo refuerzan en MiHC que nadie nace sabiendo todo?

La agencia MiHC reconoce que nadie empieza un proceso sabiendo todo lo que debe hacer y por eso provee información a estudiantes y sus familias lo más pronto posible y con anticipación a trabajas sistémicas. Los estudiantes que participan en los programas del MiHC entienden que, aunque no pidan ayuda, el MiHC estará hay para servir como guía y proveer apoyo en el proceso de aplicación, apoyar a obtener acceso a oportunidades que facilitarán que obtengan su licenciatura.

¿Cómo ayuda MiHC a ganarle tiempo al tiempo?

La agencia enfoca en alienar su mentoría y guía en el contexto de procesos claves que aseguran que los estudiantes respeten los tiempos estipulados en el proceso de admisión y apoyan a estudiantes con recursos necesarios en caso de situaciones inesperadas. Gracias a la mentoría y el enteramiento de como completar pasos esenciales, MiHC empodera y entrena a sus familias a mantenerse informado de una manera proactiva y así lograr sus metas.

Durante el curso de mi vida he escuchado el dicho, “no hay peor lucha que la que no se hace.”  Así que cuando estudiantes piensa la difícil que lograr nuestros sueños son, debemos recordar que al aliarnos con agencias como MiHC que provén programas de apoyo en las preparatorias y universidades la batalla será ganada. La Doctora Reynolds, compartió, “ayudar a estudiantes es mi pasión porque yo también soy la primera en graduarse de la preparatoria Western International y se cuáles son los retos que nuestros estudiantes enfrentan. No solo estuve en su lugar, pero también logre sobrellevar los retos, y quiero empoderar a los alumnos para que ellos también logren maximizar su potencial. Al igual que la Doctora Reynolds, la agencia MiHC y yo estamos aquí para elevar a nuestra próxima generación de estudiantes. ¡Únete a nosotros!

For more information: www.mihc.org; 313-649-7074

La Dra. Aura J. Cazares tiene más de dos décadas empleando fluidez en español y habilidades analíticas para liderar la matriculación de estudiantes y sistemas de apoyo en una Universidad Católica Jesuita y una Institución designada institución de servicio hispano o HSI (por sus siglas en ingles), un colegio comunitar- io e iniciativas de diversidad, equidad e inclusión en una institución pública de cuatro años. Su interés y pasión son desmantelar sistemas que impiden el éxito de los estudi- antes y educar a la comunidad sobre como alcanzar el éxito académico y profesional.

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