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OUR MISSION

We help Michigan Hispanic students and young professionals navigate the complexity of college access through early career by providing support, resources, and opportunities.

Vision

OUR VISION

To strengthen Michigan's economy and substantially reduce Hispanic poverty through higher education and career success.

Our Strategy

MiHC has four key focus areas: 

  1. College Access 
  2. College Success 
  3. Early Career
  4. Innovation & Collaboration 
 

Equitable opportunity, access, and college persistence drive our efforts. Only 8% of the 50,000 Detroit Hispanics have bachelor’s degrees. 9% of Michigan’s K-12 student population is Hispanic – a number that continues to grow and outpace other groups. These students represent the largest minority group in the country and will grow to 30% by 2060.  

Learn more about why this work is important for the future of Michigan and the United States. 

Technology

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

To complement our service delivery, we have created a technology toolkit. Through these virtual supports, we can address digital equity and inclusion and provide even more resources to students and families.  

The MiHC technology toolkit includes: 

  • La Puerta: a dynamic online portal for students, parents, and young professionals that simplifies the complex college and career ecosystem by providing culturally relevant resources all in one place 
  • Text Nudging Support: high-impact behavioral science that regularly engages students, developing mindsets for college success and completion 
  • UStrive: virtual mentorship platform that allows students to connect with Hispanic professionals that provide individualized support and advice  
  • CoPilot: is both a case management and customer relationship management tool (CRM) to support student success