TACHE Comunidad Mourns the Loss of Colega Dr. Michael A. Olivas
Querida TACHE Familia,
It is with great sadness that we bring to you the news of the passing of our beloved colega; Dr. Michael A. Olivas. The Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education (TACHE) joins the larger community of higher education, U.S. and international legal educators, scholars, and practitioners in mourning his loss.
Dr. Olivas was a fierce advocate and an acclaimed higher education and immigration law scholar who was prominent in legal education and advocacy for Latinx students. Dr. Olivas, who retired as the William B. Bates distinguished chair of law and director of the Institute for Higher Education Law and Governance at the University of Houston Law Center, will be remembered for his work in advancing civil education and immigration rights.
Dr. Olivas touched the lives of many both near and far. He was a fierce advocate for Latinx students, worked for Dreamers and for many other immigrants, and was a strong advocate for affirmative action. He leaves behind a prolific body of work, and a legacy, that has made an immeasurable contribution to our comunidad. His work will allow TACHE to continue to progress and build upon our mission and goals. For that, TACHE will be forever grateful for the tireless work that Dr. Olivas provided to nuestra gente!
We know that many of our TACHE familia looked up to his advocacy and leadership. With the passing of Dr. Olivas, our TACHE comunidad has lost a true hero. Dr. Olivas was a dear friend, mentor, supporter, champion, and colega to many. His countless acts of service have truly impacted many within our comunidad of scholars. Dr. Olivas’ work will always serve as a reminder of his legacy and his determination for our Latinx comunidad.
Our thoughts and oraciones are with the rest of Dr. Olivas’ family and friends. His influence over the lives whom he touched will always be remembered and cherished dearly.
¡Otros han ido y venido, pero el Dr. Olivas y su legado continuarán para siempre! Amigo, que descanses en paz.
Con muchísimo cariño,
Florencio U. Aranda, III, M.A., M.S., M.L.S., Ph.D.
TACHE President
Dr. Florencio U. Aranda III
Texas Christian University
Esteemed TACHE Familia, Friends, and Colegas,
Bienvenidos / Welcome to YOUR Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education (TACHE). We are here to serve YOU and we look forward to doing so con intención y cariño!
Our, beautiful, professional organization is dedicated to the improvement and advancement of education and employment opportunities for Latinos/Hispanics/Chicanos in higher education. Our purpose is to provide state, regional, and local forums for the discussion of topics related to Latinxs/Hispanics/Chicanxs and to actively engage in building networks with individuals/organizations focused on securing changes in laws and policies that are detrimental to our constituencies. Moreover, because TACHE is the mecca of Latino success in Texas, we take pride in providing educational advocacy, cultural recognition and promotion, mentorship, fellowship, networking, and academic opportunities to our wonderful members.
Comprised of some of the most dedicated scholars, practitioners, advocates, and leaders, who are making important contributions to and for our Latinx/Chicanx/Hispanic comunidad in Texas (and beyond), TACHE recently hosted a reinvigorating, in-person, 47th Annual State Conference in Fort Worth, Texas. Our time together left our attendees ready to create meaningful and necessary changes in their respective institutions.
The conference theme of “Seguimos Floreciendo” was meaningful to our TACHE familia because these words perfectly describe the grit, resiliency, responsibility, collaboration, innovation, and tenacity that nuestra gente holds, which we draw upon from nuestras distinctas culturas, nuestros idiomas, nuestras tradiciones, y nuestras trayectorias. Our message remains steadfast as we will continue to flourish, contribute, expand, and lead the cultural/intellectual advocacy and innovation taking place in the State of Texas.
The TACHE State Board and I will utilize our vast lived experiences, education, and professional expertise to effectively lead the efforts most impacting our ever-changing Latinidad, while highlighting the scholarship, advocacy, and leadership in Higher Education being done by our membership.
As TACHE State President, YOU will remain the center focus of my term. I will work diligently to ensure that our selfless work and committed service continue to expand our vibrant higher education community state-wide. I will not only continue to enhance and advance the mission, vision, values, and goals of the Association, but I’ll do so in a way that honors and respects the work done by the selfless giants who came before me, while also creating greater success opportunities for those servant leaders who will soon follow after me.
Con humildad y respeto,
Dr. Florencio U. Aranda III
Thank you for joining us in Fort Worth, TX!! Pictures coming very soon.
Twelve Higher Ed Professionals selected Fellows for the Career & Leadership Development Institute
The second annual TACHE Career and Leadership Development Institute has selected 12 outstanding individuals to join the 2022 Cohort. This year's fellows represent 10 institutions across Texas and were nominated for their diverse range of professional experiences as transformational leaders.
The 2022 CLDI Fellows are:
· Lladira Aguilar - University of Houston
· Erica Castro - Houston Community College
· Florencio U. Aranda III, Ph.D - Texas Christian University
· Joseph Coppola - Palo Alto College
· Sarah Ho, Ph.D - Lone Star College, Tomball
· Maria Resendiz, Ph.D - Texas State University
· Evelyn B. Martinez - University of Texas, San Antonio
· Brian Moreno - University of Houston
· Jose Vazquez - University of Houston, Downtown
· Michelle Cantu-Wilson, Ed.D - San Jacinto College
· Priscella Correa, Ph.D - West Texas A&M University
· Jaime Javier Mancha - University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley
The second annual Career and Leadership Development Institute cohort is named after past TACHE president and dedicated advocate, Maria C. Aguirre. Aguirre serves as Chair of the TACHE Advisory Board, and is recognized by colleagues for dedication, commitment, and longtime services to Texas State Technical College and to the association. The fellows will be invited to a one day leadership development institute on Sunday, February 27th and will be taught by an exceptional selection of CLDI faculty.
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