Computing Alliance of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (CAHSI)

The Computing Alliance of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (CAHSI) operates as a network of students, faculty, administrators, and other professionals across the U.S. and Puerto Rico committed to increasing Hispanic representation in computing in higher education and the workforce. With nine federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Maricopa Community Colleges is a committed partner to increasing opportunities for Hispanic students interested in and passionate about computing.

CAHSI supports student success by promoting:

  • Mentorships, scholarships, internships, and fellowships
  • Technical and professional development workshops
  • Academic and professional networks
  • Access to the annual Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Conference (HENAAC) and activities

How to Participate With CAHSI

There are several ways you can access CAHSI resources:

  1. Become a CAHSI Student Advocate at your campus and disseminate CAHSI news and opportunities, organize activities to involve students with CAHSI, and identify ways to connect incoming students to computing.
  2. Attend the Great Minds in STEM (GMiS) conference, which provides opportunities for you to connect with industry leaders, compete in hackathon and data analytics competitions, present your research in the poster competition, and meet students and faculty from across the U.S.
  3. Visit the CAHSI website regularly, which provides access to an event calendar and online student resources.

Vision and Mission

CAHSI projects that by 2030, Hispanics will represent 20 percent or more of those who earn credentials in computing.

CAHSI’s mission is to grow and sustain a networked community committed to recruiting, retaining, and accelerating the progress of Hispanics in computing.

Beliefs

CAHSI believes in:

  • Preparing Hispanic students to shape the future of computing by providing them with technical qualifications and real-world experiences
  • Growing a geographically dispersed network of partners to achieve lasting results
  • Promoting inclusiveness and diversity, hand-in-hand

Goals

CAHSI has several common goals that include:

  • Challenging students’ knowledge so that they are positioned to thrive in the workforce
  • Supporting pedagogical and professional growth for those who can impact Hispanics
  • Expanding meaningful partnerships that align with strategic regional and national efforts
  • Informing policy through evidence

Background

The Computing Alliance of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (CAHSI) was formed in 2006 as a grassroots effort to increase the number of Hispanic students who pursue and complete baccalaureate and advanced degrees in computing fields. Recognizing the contributions and importance of 2-year colleges, CAHSI has now formalized the inclusion of 2-year colleges in its 2030 vision.

The Alliance is continually informed and enhanced through social science research and reflection of proven and promising practices. The core purpose of CAHSI is to create a unified voice to consolidate the strengths, resources, and concerns of CAHSI institutions committed to increasing the number of Hispanics who pursue and obtain quality credentials in computing areas.