Notre Dame de Namur University President Leamor Kahanov and Bobby Vaughn, Director
of Mission, Diversity, and Inclusion, attended the Hispanic Association of Colleges
and Universities conference. Here’s what HACU does and how students can explore its
scholarship and internship programs.
A scholarship can make it easier to cover college expenses. A paid internship can
give a student the chance to try out a career while earning income. Both can open
up options that might otherwise feel out of reach, especially for students balancing
school with work or family responsibilities.
These are two of the student opportunities offered by the Hispanic Association of
Colleges and Universities (HACU). NDNU President Leamor Kahanov and Bobby Vaughn,
Director of Mission, Diversity, and Inclusion, attended the HACU conference, which
brings higher education leaders together around a shared goal of advancing Hispanic
student success. For NDNU, participating in that conversation is a way to stay connected
to resources we can share with students. hacu.net
What is HACU?
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is a nonprofit membership organization
that works to improve access to higher education and support Hispanic student success.
It brings together colleges and universities and works with partners across government
and industry. Its work includes advocacy, conferences, leadership development, and
programs that help students pursue their education and prepare for careers. hacu.net
How can HACU scholarships help students?
Tuition is only one part of the cost of attending college. Books, transportation,
and other expenses can add up over a semester. A scholarship can help ease that pressure
and give students more room to focus on their coursework or plan for the next term.
HACU administers scholarships funded by its partners. Students exploring these awards
should review the eligibility requirements, deadlines, and application materials for
each opportunity. Checking early gives applicants time to gather any documents they
need and ask questions before the deadline. my.hacu.net
What can students gain from a HACU internship?
The HACU National Internship Program connects students with paid opportunities at
federal agencies and private-sector organizations. An internship gives students a
chance to put what they’ve learned in class to work, build relationships with professionals,
and see what a role is like day to day. hacu.net
That firsthand experience can help students make more informed career decisions. A
student might discover that they enjoy working directly with clients, prefer analyzing
data behind the scenes, or want to explore a field they hadn’t considered. They also
come away with specific examples of their work to discuss in future interviews. And
because the internships are paid, students who need to earn income can weigh the opportunity
alongside their other work commitments.
Why NDNU’s participation matters
For students, finding an opportunity is often the first hurdle. A scholarship can
be easy to overlook if it’s offered outside the university. An internship can feel
out of reach if a student hasn’t seen how their coursework or previous work experience
connects to the role.
Conferences like HACU give university leaders a chance to learn about resources beyond
campus and keep those opportunities visible to students. For NDNU, that means helping
students know where to look for support as they work toward a degree and consider
what comes next.
Explore HACU Opportunities and Find Your Path at NDNU
If you’re looking for help with college costs or want to gain hands-on experience,
start by reviewing the eligibility requirements and deadlines for HACU scholarships and paid internships.
Whether you’re finishing your bachelor’s degree, changing careers, or pursuing graduate
study, explore what you can study at Notre Dame de Namur University’s three schools.
- School of Business and Management — Build the skills to lead teams and make informed business decisions. NDNU’s MBA
offers concentrations in areas such as artificial intelligence, business analytics,
finance, and healthcare administration. - School of Education — Prepare to teach, lead a school, or support learners with diverse needs. Explore
teaching credentials and graduate programs in education, school administration, special
education, and educational therapy. - School of Psychology — Explore human behavior through the BA in Psychology Degree Completion program or
pursue graduate training through the MS in Clinical Psychology, with pathways in marriage
and family therapy and professional clinical counseling.
Ready to take the next step? Explore NDNU’s academic programs and connect with Admissions.
