Latinx Student Retention for Higher Education

Jennifer Chacon-Duran

Despite there being a very high number of Latinx students in California public schools, they are underrepresented in elite public higher education institutions like the UCs. Despite not providing the infrastructure and resources Latinx advocate for and need, many UCs are seeking “Hispanic Serving Institution” status by reaching the 25% Latinx student population threshold. The UC cares more about looking the part than putting in the work and money into retaining Latinx students and supporting them through their academic journeys.

Check out Jennifer's one-pager here, and her presentation here!