On April 25, 2024, the Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Research Colectiva held its inaugural convening at the UC Davis International Center. The HSI Research Colectiva is housed within the UC Davis School of Education and led by Dr. Marcela Cuellar, Dr. Gina Garcia, and Dr. Rebecca Covarrubias. 

The inaugural convening discussed the future of California HSIs, which are colleges and universities that enroll at least 25% Hispanic/Latino students. This convening featured research from students and college leaders across the three public systems: California Community Colleges, California State University, and University of California. By bringing together researchers, policy organizations, and policymakers, the HSI Research Colectiva aimed to envision an agenda for HSI policy and practice in California. With 170 HSIs in California, the most in any state, it is imperative that the state plan for the future of these institutions and the Latino students within them.