Education
Income Gap Between Householders With College Degrees and Those With High School Degrees but No College Widened Over Last Two Decades
Median household income in the United States for householders age 25 and over was $85,580 in 2024 — marking an 18% increase from 2004. However, the income gap between those with college degrees and those with high school degrees but no college widened over the last two decades.
Census Bureau Releases New Educational Attainment Data
The U.S. Census Bureau released the Educational Attainment in the United States: 2024 table package examining the education level of adults age 18 and older by age, sex, race, nativity and other demographic and social characteristics. Data are based on statistics from the Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement.
New Bad Bunny class debuting at Emory this semester
Emory University introduced a course on Bad Bunny, focusing on his music and the political and socioeconomic factors that have influenced his development in Puerto Rico. The course, part of the Latinx Studies Initiative, will use Bad Bunny's latest album, "Debi Tirar Mas Fotos," as a guide to explore topics such as colonialism, nationhood and resistance movements.
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA WINS GOLD IN INAUGURAL STUDENT CATEGORY OF THE 2025 HMC STRATEGIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC), in partnership with the Ad Council, announced the winners of the inaugural Student Category today as part of the 2025 HMC Strategic Excellence Awards Powered by Collage Group. Charged with creating a compelling social impact campaign, University of Florida took home the coveted Gold award for its submission. University of Miami won Silver and University of Texas-Austin (UTNY Program) won Bronze.
Field of Bachelor’s Degree in the United States: 2022 [REPORT]
According to the American Community Survey (ACS), 35.7 percent of adults aged 25 and over had a bachelor’s degree or higher in 2022. As more individuals obtain bachelor’s degrees, it is important to understand differences in the types of degrees that people have. The field of degree (FOD) that individuals obtain affects the occupation they pursue, the economic returns they can anticipate from obtaining their degree, and even where they choose to live.
Language of the Heart: Code-Switching as Culture, Strategy, and Belonging
Language practices like code-switching, bilingualism, and Spanglish are completely intertwined with personal and collective identity among U.S. Hispanics; oftentimes, these linguistic practices are signals of belonging, adaptation, community building. By Alexa Ramos - B.A. in Literature, Media, and Culture Florida State University, Class of 2024 - M.S. in Applied American Politics and Policy Florida State University, Class of 2025
How Language Usage Influences Hispanic American Consumer Behavior
For most Hispanic Americans, language is a crucial marker of their identity. According to our research, “both the behavior and perceptions of consumers who speak more than one language might change depending on the language in which the interaction takes place”. By Hector Rodriguez & Sean Happel
Beyond Translation: How Language and the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis Inform Hispanic Advertising
Language is a fundamental element in developing thought, identity, and behavior. Among U.S. Hispanic populations, language serves as a communication tool and a conduit of culture, memory, and emotional resonance. In this essay, I explore two language-related topics that are crucial to understanding Hispanic consumer behavior and marketing communication: (1) whether language influences how Latino consumers behave in the marketplace, and (2) the implications of the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis. By Madison Pellicer
Mainstream Media and the Spanish Language: Change, Representation, and Expression
The origin of the Spanish language in media dates back to 1598. The definition of “media” at the time was much narrower and included newspapers, manuscripts, and performing arts. It was at this time that conquistador Juan de Oñate’s men improvised a performance based on their adventures in New Mexico. This marked the first European-style live theater performance to take place north of the Rio Grande (Wilkinson, 2016). Since then, the media has always played a powerful role in the lives of Hispanics. By Meghan Bannister & Samantha Humphrys
The Growing Hispanic Market: From Workers to Consumers
Over time, the U.S. workforce has experienced a demographic evolution. The workforce has become a melting pot of people, just like the country itself. The workforce of the U.S. is comprised of more and more minorities, such as Hispanics. Furthermore, there is a positive association between the rise in Hispanic workers and Hispanic buying power (Korzenny, Chapa, Korzenny, 2025). This implication is one that marketers must be proactive in responding to. By Samantha Humphrys
Critical Essay on Hispanic Consumer Trends in the U.S.
Are Hispanic Brands Taking Over the Grocery Store Shelves? For this paper, I’ve chosen to focus my research on food brand marketing and the influence that the Hispanic population has had on this industry. By Sofia Martinez
Why the Work of the Immigrant Archive Project is More Important Now Than Ever
In a time when the contributions and struggles of immigrant communities are being systematically erased from public consciousness, the Immigrant Archive Project (IAP) stands as a powerful counterforce—preserving the stories that define America’s rich and diverse narrative. The IAP, the leading oral history project documenting the modern immigrant experience, is more than a repository of memories. It is an essential safeguard against the dangers of historical erasure, and its work has never been more crucial than it is today. By Tony Hernandez - Founder of The Immigrant Archive Project
THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY® ANNOUNCES NEW TRUSTEES
The Latin Recording Academy® announced new serving Board members for the next three years. The new Trustees include Gabriel Abaroa, Jr., Pedro Blanco, multi-Latin GRAMMY® winner Gustavo Borner, Rafael Fernández, Jr., Dr. Chelsey Green, Jorge Hernández-Toraño, and Latin GRAMMY winner Berta Rojas, who will assume the great responsibility of helping chart the course of the organization and ensure its continued success.
THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION hosts Emerging Artists Intensive with Berklee Global
The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, in partnership with Berklee Global, hosted the debut of their new Emerging Artist Intensive, the first in a series of immersive learning experiences for aspiring music creators.
Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation announces Scholarships at Berklee College of Music
The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation announced the first Emerging Artist Scholarship, in partnership with Berklee College of Music, toward a bachelor’s degree at the college for the 2025 fall semester. Through a series of scholarships, the institution furthers its commitment to advance the Foundation’s mission to provide educational opportunities that advance Latin music and its heritage, pledging $825,000 over the next three years for future music creators.
The Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation announces the 2025 Warner music Latin Scholarship
The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation announced that Warner Music Latina will sponsor its Prodigy Scholarship toward a bachelor’s degree at Berklee College of Music. The scholarship will cover tuition and room and board for the 2025 fall semester, as well as wrap around services provided by the Foundation. Warner Music Latina—a powerhouse in Latin music with a legacy of discovering and developing groundbreaking artists across genres— brings its industry-leading expertise and deep commitment to nurturing emerging talent to this partnership. It is the first time in the scholarship’s decade long history that it will be sponsored by a record label.
THE HISPANIC STAR GALA shined in NYC
The Hispanic Star commemorated its fourth Annual Gala—an evening dedicated to mobilizing support for the Hispanic community, accentuating Hispanics' critical positive contributions to the United States at Cipriani Wallstreet. Leaders, celebrities, philanthropists, companies, and activists gathered to honor and recognize the accomplishments of Hispanic Stars, who inspire the community and elevate the true narrative of Latinos as positive contributors to the U.S.
ANA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION encourages Giving Back to Marketing Industry’s Next Generation
Kicking off on GivingTuesday and through the end of the year, the ANA Educational Foundation (AEF) is doubling down on donations for its University Membership Program. The ANA Educational Foundation’s Give the Gift of ANA University Membership program allows organizations to donate an ANA membership to a school of their choice. These memberships enable both professors and students to tap into the vast network of industry programs, speakers, and curricula that the ANA and the AEF offers academia and future talent.
Shakira Joins Forces with Code.org and Amazon to Expand Computer Science Education for Hispanic Youth
Code.org announced a new partnership with Amazon and Grammy award-winning recording artist and global humanitarian Shakira, through her foundation, Fundación Pies Descalzos, to expand access to computer science education for Spanish-speaking students around the globe.
Honorees of the The Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication Gala
The Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication (CHMC) announces that Tito Puente Jr. will be awarded the Tlamatini Award, Carlos Carrasco will be awarded the Circle of Excellence Award in Acting, Enrique Bermúdez will be awarded the Circle of Excellence Award in Communication and Cuevas-Diaz will be awarded the Circle of Excellence Award in Advocacy at their 20th Anniversary Gala.
