Governor Andrew Cuomo today announced the second class of Fellows at SUNY's Hispanic Leadership Institute, which is charged with developing and supporting the next generation of executive-level Hispanic/LatinX leaders across the SUNY System. The HLI offers six and 12-month fellowships to SUNY Hispanic/LatinX faculty and staff in leadership positions throughout SUNY, including provosts, chief academic officers, chief business officers, and others. Over the course of the program, fellows will participate in individualized mentoring and assessment and development programs to support their success.
"New York is strongest when we celebrate our diversity and with programs like the Hispanic Leadership Institute, we can support some of the most dedicated leaders across the SUNY system," Governor Cuomo said. "Congratulations to the incoming class of Fellows who will no doubt take the skills and knowledge they gain through this program to make a positive impact throughout the state."
"Our diversity is what makes us strong and we want to ensure that all New Yorkers have equal opportunities for growth," said Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul. "The Hispanic Leadership Institute allows SUNY faculty and staff to participate in fellowships to build skills and advance their careers. We are committed to ensuring that minorities and women in New York State have the experience and resources they need to succeed."
In its second year, the 2019 class of HLI Fellows represents the breadth and diversity of SUNY, with over one-third consisting of faculty, one-third serving at community colleges, and more than 60 percent women in the class.
The 2019 HLI Fellows are:
Lisa Gonzalez, University at Albany
Tibisay Hernandez, University at Albany
Oscar Gomez-Duarte, University at Buffalo
Justin Read, University at Buffalo
L. Sebastian Purcell, SUNY Cortland
Maria Boada, Dutchess Community College
Karen Ferrer-Muñiz, Hudson Valley Community College
Antonia Custodio, Monroe Community College
Denise Valdes, Onondaga Community College
Claudia Hernandez-Tarquino, SUNY Office of Global Affairs
Lizette Alvarado, SUNY Oswego
Christopher Torres, SUNY Potsdam
Meylin Andares, SUNY System Administration
Hector Graciano, Westchester Community College
SUNY Chairman H. Carl McCall said, "The work achieved thus far by the Hispanic Leadership Institute has created a more inclusive landscape for our future Hispanic/LatinX leaders, and we are excited to welcome this year's class of fellows. One of SUNY's core values is to continue to build a diverse student body and have that population reflected in our faculty and staff. The Hispanic Leadership Institute, in addition to other system wide initiatives, directly serves this value by encouraging and equipping our Hispanic/LatinX leaders with the tools they need to thrive. Congratulations to all of this year's fellows on this achievement."
SUNY Chancellor Dr. Kristina Johnson said, "It is of upmost importance that our students feel welcome and represented when they join our campuses, and ensuring that our faculty and staff are as diverse as our student body is a way to achieve that goal. The Hispanic Leadership Institute provides its fellows with the skills to achieve success in their own professional lives, but also how to be a role model to their peers and students. The groundwork laid through the institute is crucial and will have a positive effect on the lives of students and our campuses for generations to come."
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
"New York is strongest when we celebrate our diversity and with programs like the Hispanic Leadership Institute, we can support some of the most dedicated leaders across the SUNY system," Governor Cuomo said. "Congratulations to the incoming class of Fellows who will no doubt take the skills and knowledge they gain through this program to make a positive impact throughout the state."
"Our diversity is what makes us strong and we want to ensure that all New Yorkers have equal opportunities for growth," said Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul. "The Hispanic Leadership Institute allows SUNY faculty and staff to participate in fellowships to build skills and advance their careers. We are committed to ensuring that minorities and women in New York State have the experience and resources they need to succeed."
In its second year, the 2019 class of HLI Fellows represents the breadth and diversity of SUNY, with over one-third consisting of faculty, one-third serving at community colleges, and more than 60 percent women in the class.
The 2019 HLI Fellows are:
Lisa Gonzalez, University at Albany
Tibisay Hernandez, University at Albany
Oscar Gomez-Duarte, University at Buffalo
Justin Read, University at Buffalo
L. Sebastian Purcell, SUNY Cortland
Maria Boada, Dutchess Community College
Karen Ferrer-Muñiz, Hudson Valley Community College
Antonia Custodio, Monroe Community College
Denise Valdes, Onondaga Community College
Claudia Hernandez-Tarquino, SUNY Office of Global Affairs
Lizette Alvarado, SUNY Oswego
Christopher Torres, SUNY Potsdam
Meylin Andares, SUNY System Administration
Hector Graciano, Westchester Community College
SUNY Chairman H. Carl McCall said, "The work achieved thus far by the Hispanic Leadership Institute has created a more inclusive landscape for our future Hispanic/LatinX leaders, and we are excited to welcome this year's class of fellows. One of SUNY's core values is to continue to build a diverse student body and have that population reflected in our faculty and staff. The Hispanic Leadership Institute, in addition to other system wide initiatives, directly serves this value by encouraging and equipping our Hispanic/LatinX leaders with the tools they need to thrive. Congratulations to all of this year's fellows on this achievement."
SUNY Chancellor Dr. Kristina Johnson said, "It is of upmost importance that our students feel welcome and represented when they join our campuses, and ensuring that our faculty and staff are as diverse as our student body is a way to achieve that goal. The Hispanic Leadership Institute provides its fellows with the skills to achieve success in their own professional lives, but also how to be a role model to their peers and students. The groundwork laid through the institute is crucial and will have a positive effect on the lives of students and our campuses for generations to come."
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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