News

• Undocumented Black Students’ Experiences in Higher Education Discussed and Amplified at Hostos
  
  Dr. Felecia Russell, author of "Amplifying Black Undocumented Student Voices in Higher Education," delivered a thought-provoking book talk at Hostos Community College on Friday, April 26. The event, attended by approximately 70 individuals, including students, administrators, staff, and faculty, provided valuable insights into the often-overlooked experiences of Black undocumented students in higher education.

• Stylish and Brilliant: Eight Hostos Students Get Prestigious Fashion Scholarships

  
  After throwing their fashionable hats into the ring, eight standout Hostos Community College students have been selected to receive VF Foundation X Fashion Scholarship Fund (FSF) Community College Scholarships! Daviana Chacón Dugarte, Allyssa Comagon, Jae’oni Davis, Fatoumata Diaby, Kristina González, Stephanie Oliveira de Araújo, Ray Rodríguez, and Monique Vasquez are among 20 scholars selected for the scholarship program from a pool of more than 40 applicants attending community colleges in California, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio and Texas.

• Hostos Community College Supports New York State Budget: Major Enhancements to TAP Bolster Access and Affordability in Higher Education
  
  Hostos Community College is delighted to announce its support for the recently approved New York State Fiscal Year 2025 (FY 2025) Budget, which includes significant enhancements to the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). These changes signify a monumental advancement in making higher education more accessible and affordable for New York high schoolers and those enrolled in non-degree programs.