Empowering Hispanic Students for Academic Success

The Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) Program provides grants to support Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) in expanding educational opportunities and enhancing academic success for Hispanic students. These grants help institutions strengthen their programs, improve educational attainment, and ensure long-term institutional stability.

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About the Title V Grant at TTUHSC El Paso

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso (TTUHSC El Paso) was awarded a Title V grant in 2020, marking a significant milestone as the first Health-Related Institution (HRI) on the U.S. border to qualify as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). The grant, Puentes Hacia El Éxito – Bridges Toward Success, is a five-year initiative continuing through 2025 that enhances academic programs and student success at TTUHSC El Paso.

For more insights, visit: Fact Book 2020

Visit EnfRNte a Nursing Career Initiative

EnfRNte: Strengthening the Nursing Workforce

Launched in 2020 through the HSI grant from the U.S. Department of Education, EnfRNte is a one-stop resource designed to educate, promote, and recruit the nurses of tomorrow. This initiative aims to:

  • Address the nursing shortage in El Paso, West Texas, and Southern New Mexico
  • Support underrepresented and underserved communities
  • Enhance pathways for Hispanic students pursuing careers in nursing

TTUHSC El Paso remains committed to fostering academic excellence and advancing healthcare education through initiatives like Puentes Hacia El Éxito and EnfRNte.

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Bel Air High School Visit

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Bel Air High School Visit

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Northwest Early College High School Visit

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Bel Air High School Visit

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Socorro High School Visit

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Socorro High School Visit

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Dia de los Muertos Zoo Event

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Fabens ISD Visit

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Fabens ISD Visit

A group of individuals stands in a lecture hall in front of a large screen displaying a welcome message: 'Welcome Socorro High School,' along with the Texas Tech University logo and the text 'Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso.' The people are holding up gray and black shirts featuring the university's logo, suggesting a collaborative event or visit organized for Socorro High School students. The setting conveys enthusiasm and engagement in an academic environment.

Socorro High School Visit

Related Resources

Excelencia in Education

A national organization focused on accelerating Latino student success in higher education through research, best practices, and policy advocacy.

Excelencia in Education

National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN)

Supporting Hispanic nursing students and professionals with scholarships, mentorship, and advocacy to promote diversity in healthcare.

National Association of Hispanic Nurses

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)

Representing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and providing students with access to scholarships, internships, and leadership opportunities.

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities