The Latino Student's Guide to College Success, 2nd Edition

by Leonard A. Valverde (Editor)

Overview

The Latino community is the fastest growing minority group in America, and quickly becoming a major player in America's workforce. Unfortunately, Latinos encounter cultural and societal obstacles that can hinder academic achievement. This inspirational guide gives Latino students practical skills for advancing in a college environment.

The Latino Student's Guide to College Success: Second Edition, Revised and Updated provides a blueprint for collegiate success. The first eight chapters guide students through subjects such as selecting a college, navigating the application process, forming effective study habits, accessing student support services, and planning for advanced degrees. The second part is comprised of eight inspirational stories by Latino graduates sharing their college experiences. Lastly, a third section features a listing of colleges with a record of graduating the most Latinos, as well as a list of the top ten colleges with the most undergraduate Latino students. The revised and updated second edition of this popular book features the latest economic and demographic changes that have emerged since the first edition was published. It also includes six new chapters introducing the impact of technological advancements and changes in cultural trends.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780313397981
Publisher:	ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date:	07/06/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	270
Lexile:	1180L (what's this?)
File size:	887 KB

About the Author

Leonard A. Valverde, PhD, is professor of higher education leadership at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ.

Table of Contents

	Introduction	ix
Part I	Preparing for College	1
Step 1	Getting Ready for a College Education (Or, What You Need to Know to Qualify for College)	3
Step 2	How to Choose a College (A Journey with Familia)	19
Step 3	What Does College Cost and Where Can I Find Financial Aid?	43
Part II	On Campus	75
Step 4	Your First Year of College: How to Know about Available Services	77
Step 5	First Semester Strategies for Academic Success (Or, How to Meet Your Academic Responsibilities)	91
Step 6	Academic Support On and Off Campus	109
Step 7	Your Student Rights and What You Can Do If You Are Failing a Course	117
Step 8	Extracurricular Activities (Or, Life Beyond Classes and Studying)	129
Part III	"How I Did It"	141
	Leonard A. Valverde, former university vice president	143
	Eduardo J. Padron, district president of Miami-Dade Community College	147
	Mari-Luci Jaramillo, former U.S. ambassador	149
	Ronald T. Vera, attorney at law	155
	Consuelo Nieto, college professor	159
	Larry Villarreal, retired Air Force officer	162
	Polly B. Baca, former state legislator	164
	Maria "Cuca" Robledo Montecel, executive director of a national nonprofit consulting firm	167
	Loretta Sanchez, congresswoman	169
	Felix Gutierrez, national corporate vice president	172
Part IV	College and University Directory	175
	Sylvia Peregrino and Miranda Lopez	175
	Top 50 Universities in the United States for Latinos	179
	Top 10 Universities in the United States with the Greatest Percentage of Latino Undergraduates	194
	Top 20 Community Colleges in the United States for Latinos	195
	Top 10 Community Colleges in the United States with the Greatest Percentage of Latino Students	202
	Top 5 Universities in Puerto Rico, Ranked by Bachelor's Degrees Awarded to Latinos	203
	Index	205
	About the Editor and Contributors	211

Editorial Reviews

Gr 9 Up-This is a useful volume for those seeking information on preparing for higher education and for those already in a college setting. After outlining the steps to take in finding and working toward success at a program of study, 10 Latinos and Latinas in various fields tell "How I Did It," and offer advice for today's students. A directory of top universities and community colleges in the United States for Latinos, an excellent index, and various checklists and examples of student aid forms are included. It should be noted that the forms as well as the university and college information are up-to-date now but will become dated quickly. This practical guide will be welcomed by high-school counselors and Latino students.-Diane Olivo-Posner, Long Beach Public Library, CA Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.

School Library Journal

This updated edition fills a void for Latino students. Readers will find personal stories of success and struggle particular to the Latino experience interspersed with valuable information on precollege preparation, two- to four-year colleges, graduate school, and the college experience.” —Booklist Online

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