UWSP named publisher’s pick by Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education

For the second year in a row, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has been recognized as an outstanding university in its serving of Hispanic students.

The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education has again listed UWSP as one of its "Publisher’s Picks" in the November 20 issue of its bi-monthly magazine, Hispanic Outlook. The magazine serves Hispanic college students, staff and faculty members. The Nov. 20 issue will also be distributed to approximately 7,000 guidance counselors in high schools with 10 percent or more Hispanic students.

"One of the goals of the publisher’s picks list," reports the magazine, "is to increase enrollment at these institutions which have demonstrated their support for Hispanic students and their interest in advancing the success of these individuals."

According to Director of Multicultural Affairs Ron Strege, UWSP offers several benefits for its Hispanic students, including the Stevens Point Alliance for Latino Studies and Advancement (SALSA), a student organization that promotes understanding of Latin American cultures, as well as scholarships, outreach through the Multicultural Resource Center, peer mentors, free tutoring and Spanish-speaking internships in and out of the country.

The picks are also based on the number of Hispanic students, staff, faculty and board members at the university. Strege reports that UWSP currently has 57 Hispanic students.

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