Postsecondary education: Designation of California Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Designation of California Hispanic-Serving Institutions to recognize California public and private colleges and universities that excel at supporting Latino students. It creates a governing board, overseen by the California State University Chancellor’s office, to evaluate and designate campuses as Hispanic-Serving Institutions. Campuses applying for this designation must meet specific criteria related to Latino student enrollment and demonstrate a commitment to student success, with initial designations valid for five years and renewals possible. The bill aims to bolster support for these institutions and recognize their vital role in higher education.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Designation of California Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
- Creates a governing board to oversee the designation process.
- Designates the California State University Chancellor’s office as the managing entity.
- Requires campuses to meet specific criteria, including a minimum Latino student enrollment percentage.
- Initial designations are valid for five years, with potential for renewal.
- Applications must include data on graduation rates and academic equity.
- The bill requires an appropriation to become operative.
- The bill establishes definitions related to the designation process.
Who is affected
- California public colleges and universities (University of California, California State University, California Community Colleges)
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