WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – The Department of Education announced a significant cut of $350 million in federal grants to Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), a move that could profoundly impact the educational opportunities of millions of students nationwide.
HSIs are colleges and universities with a student population comprised of 25% or more Latino students. This designation is solely based on student demographics and is not linked to admission criteria.
The cuts also affect Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Asian American, and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions…