LHE provides a network of like-minded individuals interested in excelling in their career.
LHE provides leadership and professional development services for the Latina workforce.
LHE provides training and resources to supercharge students career trajectory.
Latinas in Higher Education, Inc. was founded by Rosann Santos. Rosann started this group as a way to give back to members of her sorority. She wanted to provide mentorship opportunities for women who work in higher education or would like to dip their toes in the profession. Today the network is open to anyone interested in advancing their competencies in higher education.
In order to thrive in the highly competitive industry of higher education as well as successfully complete college, certain skill sets are necessary. Rosann has made a commitment to help Latinas develop their executive presence, both as students and as Latina professionals.
– Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
EMPOWER. ENLIGHTEN. EMBOLDEN.
Latinas in Higher Education, Inc. will prepare the Hispanic, higher education workforce to:
• Be role models for a diverse student body.
• Inspire students to complete college.
• Bring other Latina professionals along as they themselves advance.
To empower, enlighten and embolden women in professional endeavors within higher education. LHE provides support in the form of mentorship, resume-building and leadership development. We build community through our programs and social networking, both in person and online.
The U.S. Hispanic population is predicted to be the largest ethnic group by 2050, LHE provides professional development services for the Latina workforce by arming Hispanic students with training and resources. LHE provides these tools for higher education professionals to LIFT AS WE CLIMB.
FOUNDER
Rosann Santos received her Bachelor’s Degree in History and Mathematics at Syracuse University where she was a founding member of Sigma Lambda Upsilon/Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. She has a Master of Arts degree in history from the University at Albany where she is also pursuing her doctoral degree in Latin American and Caribbean Studies.
She is one of the most specialized, in-demand motivational speakers in both English and Spanish. She is certified as a facilitator in Gallup StrengthsFinder and FranklinCovey’s Unconscious Bias content. She is also the co-host of a professional development podcast called Design Your Decade: Journey to the C-Suite.
She has spoken internationally in both languages and has been hired by organizations like the National Geographic Society, Faculty Women of Color in the Academy, the City University of New York and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). » Read her Testimonials.
LAUNCH PARTY
Rosann Santos held a launch party in New York City to celebrate the inception of Latinas in Higher Education, Inc.
LHE is a network of women for women who support one another in any aspect of their careers in higher education. Networking, mentorship, leadership and professional development opportunities allow us to lift as we climb whether we are veterans in the field, new to the field or interested in getting into the field. Whatever your level or status, LHE is the community for you.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Latinas in Higher Education establishes its first Board of Directors for 2015-2016.
Pictured left to right:
Vanessa Gonzalez, LaGuardia Community College
Alexander Sepulveda, Monroe College/St. John’s University
Maria Tavares, Yonkers Department of Education
Rosann Santos, Founder
Silvana Bajaña, The College of New Rochelle
LHE WEBINARS
3.3.2015: Catching the Spark to Get Ahead: A Conversation with Christine Simmons, COO and President of the LA Sparks
4.13.2015: Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: An Engaging Model for Student Leadership Development
4.17.2015: Professional Social Media for Latinas: Building Social Capital
5.1.2015: Supporting Latinas in STEM Careers: Building Social Capital. Product Manager for the Intel Corporation in the Silicon Valley, Julissa Ramirez is a motivated leader with a passion for new and existing technologies. She holds a BS in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Technology and an MS in Manufacturing and Mechanical Integration from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
5.7.2015: What’s in it for me? A first generation student’s perspective on college success: Supporting first-generation college students is a key goal for many colleges and universities. Unfortunately, nine out of 10 low-income, first-gens will not earn a bachelor’s degree by age 24. The dropout rate for these students is four times higher than that of peers whose parents have a postsecondary education. In this webinar, we’ll examine some emerging trends and best-practices for promoting college success for first-gens and learn about a nonprofit organization that is bringing colleges together to share what’s working and learn from one another toward a shared goal on increasing college access and success for first-gens.
RISING MOXIE CONFERENCE
The Rising Moxie Conference is a full-day high school conference designed for high school girls and their parents to be introduced to the higher education process.
Topics include women empowerment, finding your dream school, college 101, financial aid, and more. Events range from keynote speakers, workshops*, networking sessions, college fair, and meal breaks.
LOCATION:
Academy of Mount St. Ursula: 330 Bedford Park Blvd, Bronx,NY
COMMAND THE ROOM: NYC
LHE hosted Command The Room at the New York Institute of Technology.
Command The Room is an empowering day of training that gives you the tools of today’s most powerful women: gravitas, communication and appearance. This powerful conference teaches professionals how to get better results at work and in life with executive presence.
PROGRAM:
9:00am: Check-In/Registration begins: Continental Breakfast
10:00am: Standing Out Above the Crowd with Executive Leadership Programs
11:30am: Empowerment Luncheon sponsored by State Farm – Make It Possible
Keynote Address: Sponsored by Spelman and Johnson
1:00pm – 5:15pm: The 3 Pillars of Executive Presence Seminars
5:30pm: Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch Networking Reception
BECOME A NETWORKING WONDER WOMAN
LHE and Sigma Lambda Upsilon/Senoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc Pi Chapter at Yale hosted Become a Networking Wonder Woman at Yale University.
Why is networking important?
Proper networking is a sign of good communication, which is crucial to moving up in your career and standing out above the crowd.
Networking – either you love it or your hate it. Either way, there is no avoiding it. It is essential to communication in your professional life and can mean the difference between moving ahead or being left behind.
Not all networking has to be about high pressure, overdone social functions. Networking can take many forms and this event will provide you with a safe space to practice your networking skills.
COMMAND THE ROOM: Web Series
Curves and Curls in the Workplace: Doesn’t it seem like the world is clueless about dealing with curves and/or curls? If you have curves, the struggle is real to dress in a way that is comfortable, appropriate and fashionable. If you have curls, the struggle continues around the microaggressions or generally ignorant requests to touch them or implications that they would be anything but soft! Join me Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 9 p.m. on blab.im for an enlightening conversation about how to manage, dress and groom our beautiful and unique bodies and hair. I can’t wait to hear what you think.
Pumps & Stilettos: As I always say, “Black, conservative pumps and red stilettos can live in the same closet.” Knowing when to wear what can be tricky at times. Does your wardrobe allow you to stand out above the crowd? If so, do you stand out in a good way? Join me Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 9 p.m. on blab.im for some real talk about what we wear, when we wear it and should we wear it.
Dealing with Feedback: Getting feedback at work is so crucial to our professional development, but studies show that women of color do not get the kind of feedback they need. Supervisors are reluctant to provide feedback that could be seen as sexist or racist. Some of the onus falls on us also. We need to learn how to receive feedback. And what’s more, we need to learn how to solicit it and be prepared for critiques we don’t like. Join me Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 9 p.m. on blab.im to discuss strategies for giving, receiving and soliciting feedback.Who’s Your Dream Team?
Who’s Your Dream Team? So what IS the difference between a mentor, a sponsor and just a plain old friend? It’s important for us to have our own personal Board of Directors to help steer us in the right direction. And how do we recruit this dream team? Join me on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 9 p.m. on blab.im to discuss who should be on your board and how to recruit them.
ANNUAL BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS
LHE presented The Second Annual Breakfast of Champions at New York University.
Command The Room is an empowering day of training that gives you the tools of today’s most powerful women: gravitas, communication and appearance. This powerful conference teaches professionals how to get better results at work and in life with executive presence.
Challenges and Opportunities Facing Latinas in Academia
Keynote Presentation: Dr. Angelica Perez-Litwin
Designed to catapult your career in academia to the next level the morning will begin with an exciting keynote presentation by Dr. Angelica Perez-Litwin, Founder and CEO of Latinas Think Big®, titled: Managing Your Career Like an Entrepreneur.
Dr. Perez-Litwin will share her professional journey from academia to private practice and entrepreneurship, followed by an insightful presentation on how the entrepreneurial model and an entrepreneurial mindset can help you advance your career. Dr. Perez-Litwin will discuss key entrepreneurial concepts and strategies that will help you manage your career like an entrepreneur, and achieve optimal success.
Following the presentation, attendees will engage in dynamic roundtable discussions around actionable steps anchored on the keynote address. Senior level higher education professionals will moderate these discussions. This impactful event culminates with a networking session to promote idea exchange, relationship building and peer mentoring.
We look forward to you joining us for an empowering, enlightening and emboldening morning of professional development and networking.
COMMAND THE ROOM: SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
LHE hosted Command The Room at Texas A&M University in San Antonio Texas.
Already successful in New York City, Command The Room is an empowering day of training that gives you the tools of today’s most powerful women: gravitas, communication, and appearance. This powerful conference, coming to San Antonio, will teach you how to get better results at work and in life with executive presence.
PROGRAM:
9:00am: Check-In/Registration & Continental Breakfast
10:00am: Using Your Thought Leadership to Stand Out Above the Crowd
11:30am: Empowerment Luncheon
Keynote Address: Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, President, Texas A&M University – San Antonio
1:00pm – 5:15pm: The 3 Pillars of Executive Presence Seminars
5:30pm: Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch Networking Reception
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER · SUCCESS COACH
One of the most specialized, in-demand female motivational speakers in New York City and a certified FranklinCovey Facilitator and Gallup Strengths Coach.
Rosann has been hired by organizations such as the National Geographic Society, Syracuse University and the ATF.
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