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Through the generosity of the Shiloff Family, the Diana Natalicio Institute for Hispanic Student Success carries forward the vision and values of Dr. Diana Natalicio. The Shiloff Family Lecture Series welcomes leading voices to campus and the broader community to deepen understanding, inspire dialogue, and generate action around the future of higher education.
The inaugural Shiloff Family Lecture was delivered by Freeman A. Hrabowski III, president emeritus of The University of Maryland, Baltimore County, an influential and globally respected voice in higher education. Drawing on themes from his newest book, The Resilient University, Dr. Hrabowski shared an inspiring vision for how universities can navigate change with clarity and purpose—strengthening their capacity to serve students, communities, and the future of higher education.
Date: January 28, 2026
Dr. Moore offered insights on federal investment and its impact on STEM education and workforce development.
Title: Transformative Approaches to Institutional Change
Date: September 10, 2024
Dr. Hurtado shared insights from her decades of scholarship on student experiences, campus racial climate, and institutional transformation. Drawing from her leadership at the Higher Education Research Institute at UCLA and her extensive research on equity in higher education, her lecture focused on strategies that support meaningful and sustained change in colleges and universities.
Title: The Path Forward: Exploring the Higher Educational Experiences of Latino/x Collegiate Men
Date: November 29, 2023
A nationally recognized scholar on Latino male student success, Dr. Ponjuán drew from his co-edited volume Ensuring the Success of Latino Males in Higher Education: A National Imperative. His presentation addressed the systemic barriers facing Latino/x men in higher education and highlighted research he has shared at venues such as the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics and the Office of Vice President Kamala Harris.
Title: How College Affects Student Success
Date: September 20, 2023
Dr. Mayhew presented on the impact of college on student outcomes, with a particular focus on Hispanic and Latino/x student populations. As lead author of How College Affects Students: 21st Century Evidence that Higher Education Works, Dr. Mayhew shared insights relevant to administrators, faculty, staff, policymakers, and student affairs professionals seeking an empirical foundation for their efforts to improve student success.
The Institute regularly hosts events to bring together postsecondary scholars, practitioners, and stakeholders dedicated to the ideals of access and excellence for all. Our goal is to accelerate research, showcase the latest scholarly learnings on the subject, and facilitate the identification of levers of change and strategic gaps in the knowledge base. Through the Convenings, we are cultivating collective intelligence, building influence, and advancing student success at a national scale.