Excelencia's institutes, workshops, and convenings provide forums for sharing knowledge on effective strategies for Latino student success. Our events engage leadership from multiple sectors to focus on Latino students as essential to America’s human capital growth. Events This section will be updated as events information and opportunities to engage with Excelencia are available. 2026 INVITATIONAL FALL CONVENING OCTOBER 25-27, 2026 | MAYFLOWER HOTEL, WASHINGTON, DC Designed to support our Excelencia in Action network, Excelencia’s invitational Fall Convening is the meeting place for professionals setting the national agenda for excellence in higher education. The invitational multi-day event includes the Celebración de Excelencia and the national announcement of the Seal of Excelencia to colleges and universities that earned the certification. To learn more, email us at Events@EdExcelencia.org Data Institute 3 virtual modules | July 14, 21, and 28 @ 1-5pm ET | Application deadline: June 10 Strengthen your team’s capacity to analyze, interpret, and leverage data to drive institutional data-based decisions and actions. All institutes have limited space so it’s essential to apply early. LEARN MORE & APPLY Leading with Value: Presidential Perspectives on the Seal of Excelencia Framework Virtual webinar | July 28 @ 2pm ET Join Excelencia in Education and PATH for a conversation exploring how the Seal of Excelencia serves as a student-centered, data-informed framework for institutional transformation. Hear directly from two presidents of Seal-certified institutions about how they have leveraged the Seal to transform their campuses. REGISTER HERE Post-Completion Institute 3 virtual modules | TBD | Application deadline: TBD Engages institutional teams in developing, implementing, and measuring support systems for the post-completion success of Latino, and all, students. All institutes have limited space so it’s essential to apply early. LEARN MORE & APPLY Alignment Institute 3 virtual modules | September 15, 22, and 29 @ 1-5pm ET | Application deadline: September 9 Offers a cohort-driven and interactive engagement to align institutional data, evidence-based practices, and leadership strategies to increase student success. All institutes have limited space so it’s essential to apply early. LEARN MORE & APPLY SSITA - Fall Cohort 2 virtual sessions | October 14 and November 18 @ 2-4pm ET | Application deadline: September 9 A student-centered self-assessment tool for institutions to evaluate who they serve, don't serve, and aim to serve. It identifies strengths, challenges, and opportunities for greater intentionality by examining data, leadership, and practices linked to success for Latino and all students. Three facilitated cohorts to choose from. REGISTER HERE Finding What Works: Exploring Your Campus for Impactful Programs 2 virtual sessions | September 22 and 29 @ 1-3pm ET A workshop series to support your institution's journey in identifying programs serving Latino, and all, students and exploring their impact. Registration is open to all, with priority for institutions in the E-Action network. REGISTER HERE

Peggy Heinrich is President of Elgin Community College and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Elgin Community College Peggy Heinrich President Institution website: https://elgin.edu/ Bio Page: https://elgin.edu/about/administration/president.php Peggy Heinrich is President of Elgin Community College and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Britt Rios-Ellis is President of California State University, Stanislaus and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page California State University, Stanislaus Britt Rios-Ellis President Institution website: https://www.csustan.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.csustan.edu/president#:~:text=Britt%20Rios%2DEllis%2C%20M.S.%2C,of%20California%20State%20University%2C%20Stanislaus Britt Rios-Ellis is President of California State University, Stanislaus and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Stay informed with the latest from Excelencia as we continue to apply a Latino lens to critical issues in higher education. NEWS Latest News Excelencia in Education analysis, efforts, and experts are featured in hundreds of media outlets every year, from NBC News, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, to Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, Inside Higher Ed, and The Chronicle of Higher Education. Stay informed with the latest from Excelencia as we continue to apply a Latino lens to critical issues in higher education. Media Inquiries To cover Excelencia analysis and efforts, or to get in touch with one of our experts for an interview, please contact: Media@EdExcelencia.org August 5, 2026 Excelencia in Education Recognizes Programs Delivering Positive Outcomes for Latino, and All, Students in Higher Education Read More July 21, 2026 Excelencia in Education Releases National Analysis Demonstrating that America’s Future Benefits from Latino College Completion Read More April 8, 2026 New Analysis Shows Critical Role Hispanic-Serving Institutions Play in Educating Latino, and All, Students Read More March 17, 2026 New Analysis Shows Latino Talent Is Key to U.S. Global Competitiveness as AI Changes Workforce Needs Read More February 25, 2026 Leaders Join Excelencia’s Board and Expand Capacity to Advance National Talent Read More 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Communications Resources Referring to Excelencia in Education Excelencia in Education’s name is intentionally bilingual, reflecting our commitment to Latino students amongst all, quality education, and the asset base available to the U.S. by supporting Latinos’ excellence in education. Please italicize “Excelencia ” in all references to the organization and relevant efforts (e.g., “Seal of Excelencia ”). Our Logo We trademarked Excelencia’s logo in 2024. Please access high-resolution versions of Excelencia’s logo by contacting: Media@EdExcelencia.org Our Boilerplate Excelencia in Education leads a national network of results-oriented educators and policymakers transforming higher education to tap the talents of the Latino community and address the U.S. economy’s needs for a highly educated workforce and engaged civic leaders. With this network, Excelencia ensures access to excellence by promoting student achievement, informing educational policies, and advancing evidence-based practices to more intentionally serve Latino, and all, students. For more information, visit: EdExcelencia.org Our Social Media Excelencia is active on the following social media platforms: LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/company/excelencia-in-education Facebook: Facebook.com/EdExcelencia Instagram: @excelencia_in_education Medium: ExcelenciainEducation.medium.com YouTube: ExcelenciaEducation X: @EdExcelencia Hashtags to follow: #LatinoStudentSuccess #StudentSuccess #ExcelenciaInAction #ExcelenciaInEducation #Excelencia #ExcelenciaSeal #GrowingExamples #HigherEd

Michael Crow is President of Arizona State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Arizona State University Michael Crow President Institution website: https://www.asu.edu/ Bio Page: https://president.asu.edu/the-president Michael Crow is President of Arizona State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. Seal of Excelencia Intentionally Thriving Institution: 2025-2028 Arizona State University (ASU), a Hispanic serving research university with campuses across Arizona, serves over 100,000 undergraduate students with 26% identifying as Latino.

Jeffrey P. Nasse is Chancellor of Pima Community College and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Pima Community College Jeffrey P. Nasse Chancellor Institution website: https://www.pima.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.pima.edu/about-pima/leadership-policies/chancellor/index.html Jeffrey P. Nasse is Chancellor of Pima Community College and part of Excelencia in Action network. Seal of Excelencia Certified Institution: 2024-2027 Pima Community College (PCC) is located just one-hour north of the U.S.-Mexico border in Tucson, Arizona. The PCC student population reflects 49% Latino, of which 66% attend part-time and 33% attend full-time. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution dedicated to fostering pathways to high-skill, high-wage jobs, PCC has undertaken a strategic approach to align their educational offerings with the needs of the local labor market, presenting significant opportunities for social and economic mobility, particularly to its Latino community.

Jonathan Koppell is President of Montclair State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Montclair State University Jonathan Koppell President Institution website: https://www.montclair.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.montclair.edu/president/jonathan-g-s-koppell-biography/ Jonathan Koppell is President of Montclair State University and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Stephen Perez is President of California State University-Chico and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page California State University-Chico Stephen Perez President Institution website: https://www.csuchico.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.csuchico.edu/about/office/president/leadership/steve-perez.shtml Stephen Perez is President of California State University-Chico and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Xavier Cole is President of Loyola University New Orleans and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Loyola University New Orleans Xavier Cole President Institution website: https://www.loyno.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.loyno.edu/about/office-president Xavier Cole is President of Loyola University New Orleans and part of Excelencia in Action network.

James Hurley is President of Tarleton State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Tarleton State University James Hurley President Institution website: https://www.tarleton.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.tarleton.edu/president/about-dr-hurley-2/ James Hurley is President of Tarleton State University and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Carlos Hernandez is President of Sul Ross State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Sul Ross State University Carlos Hernandez President Institution website: https://www.sulross.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.sulross.edu/dr-carlos-hernandez-named-interim-president-of-sul-ross-state-university/ Carlos Hernandez is President of Sul Ross State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. Seal of Excelencia Certified Institution: 2024-2027 Sul Ross State University (SRSU) is a small, diverse community that values personal interactions, with the mission to deliver quality undergraduate and graduate education. SRSU is a Hispanic-serving public institution located in Alpine, Texas with instructional sites along the U.S.-Mexico borderlands in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde, serving 13 counties as the only public university. SRSU has a 97% acceptance rate with 68% of its students being Latino.

Meridith Randall is President of Golden West College and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Golden West College Meridith Randall President Institution website: https://www.goldenwestcollege.edu/index.html Bio Page: https://www.goldenwestcollege.edu/news/2024/01/trustees-selects-new-gwc-president.html Meridith Randall is President of Golden West College and part of Excelencia in Action network.