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Diana Natalicio believed that broad educational access and excellent academic quality could be equally achieved. Under her leadership, The University of Texas at El Paso became an exceptional research institution and a model for student success.
In today’s shifting postsecondary landscape, the Diana Natalicio Institute leverages research grounded in the lessons of broad access institutions to revitalize higher education systems and better connect opportunity to talent across all postsecondary sectors. Our focus on three guiding principles is at the heart of bringing Dr. Natalicio’s vision to life.
Improve postsecondary education nationwide through research and sharing promising practices from broad-access institutions that amplify student success at all institutions.
Build shared frameworks through research, convenings, and strategic collaborations to guide cooperative change efforts.
Engage and support impact-driven leaders who will make a difference in higher education and the world at large.

To deliver on our purpose and guiding principles, we have developed strategic goals that guide our work. Everything we do is designed to:
Our team includes academic, research, and operational leaders dedicated to reimagining the future of higher education. With their innovative perspectives and hands-on experience, they are shaping conversations about the design, implementation, and scaling of responsive educational approaches based on data and proven practices.
Meet the Team
We work with a wide range of leaders and scholars from broad-access and Hispanic Serving institutions. Furthering student success for all is essential to the future of higher education. This is a team effort that demands inputs, insights, and commitment from all of us.
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