Napa Valley College: Napa Valley College Celebrates National HSI Week September 13-19

Press release from Napa Valley College:

2021-09-14

Napa Valley College, along with Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) across the country are being recognized this week by President Biden, during National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, before the start of LatinX Heritage Month being celebrated September 15-October 15.

On September 13, the White House issued a proclamation designating September 12-18, 2021, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week. To read the full proclamation, click here.

“For decades, Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) have played a key role in preparing Hispanic American scholars, artists, researchers, scientists, educators, and other leaders who make our communities and our Nation stronger, more resilient, and more equitable. HSIs advance the foundational American ideals of equity and justice by preparing graduates to contribute their God-given talents and help solve some of the greatest challenges facing our Nation and our world,” states President Biden in the proclamation. 

Each year, Hispanic-Serving Institutions from around the country celebrate HSIs Week with activities on their campus. At Napa Valley College, we are celebrating our students, faculty, staff and alumni throughout the month.

Meet Alejandro Guerrero, EdD, interim senior dean of counseling and student success. Alex is a proud NVC alum and this is his #MyNVCStory.

“I was the first in my family to do this. My hard work inspired nieces, nephews, and younger cousins. My education opened doors for me. It also reminded me how important it is to give back and help others reach their goals. I worked as an EOPS counselor at Napa Valley College for 15 years prior to becoming the Interim Dean of Counseling and Student Success. I now have a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

This press release was produced by Napa Valley College. The views expressed here are the author’s own.