Announcing an exciting partnership between Grow with Google and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) to launch the Grow With Google Hsi Career Readiness Program. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to equip Latino students with essential digital skills, paving the way for enhanced career opportunities and greater economic empowerment. Google’s significant $2 million investment in collaboration with HACU aims to train an impressive 200,000 Latino students in critical digital competencies by 2025, directly addressing the growing demand for these skills in today’s job market.
The Grow with Google HSI Career Readiness Program offers a comprehensive, semester-long curriculum accessible both in-person and online. This flexible program is meticulously structured to guide students through pivotal stages of their career development. Whether students are preparing to embark on an internship or secure their first professional role, this program provides invaluable resources. Participants will benefit from engaging interactive video sessions, participate in hands-on activities designed to cultivate essential digital and real-world skills, and engage in follow-up discussions with peers and dedicated career counselors. This holistic approach ensures students not only gain theoretical knowledge but also practical skills and support needed to thrive in their chosen careers.
About HACU: Championing Hispanic Higher Education
Established in 1986, the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) stands as a leading advocate for Hispanic higher education. Representing over 500 colleges and universities across the United States, Latin America, and Spain, HACU is the only national association dedicated to Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). HACU plays a vital role in promoting the success of Hispanic students in higher education and beyond. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, HACU further extends its reach with regional offices in Washington, D.C., and Sacramento, California, underscoring its commitment to serving the diverse needs of HSIs nationwide.
About Grow with Google: Expanding Opportunities Through Digital Skills
Launched in 2017, Grow with Google is Google’s initiative to foster digital skills growth across America. This program provides a wide array of free training, tools, and expert resources designed to empower individuals and businesses alike. From small business owners to veterans, military families, job seekers, students, educators, startups, and developers, Grow with Google offers tailored support to diverse communities. Since its inception, Grow with Google has successfully assisted over six million Americans in acquiring new skills, contributing significantly to workforce development and economic advancement. With a robust network of over 8,000 partner organizations, including libraries, schools, and nonprofits, Grow with Google ensures widespread access to digital skills training from coast to coast.
Call to Action for HSIs: Apply for Sub-Grantee Opportunities
Hispanic-Serving Institutions are encouraged to seize this opportunity and apply for a sub-grantee position within the Grow with Google HSI Career Readiness Program. Detailed instructions and application guidelines are available for download here. To directly access the sub-grantee application for the Grow with Google HSI Career Readiness Program, please click here. The deadline for proposal submissions is Tuesday, November 30, 2021. For inquiries or proposal submissions, please contact Maria Guadalupe Partida, Student Development Manager, at [email protected].
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