Cultivating Comunidad: HSI Research Collaboration Conference
Cultivating Comunidad is a two-day research collaboration conference bringing together over 200 participants from Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and emerging HSIs across California, Oregon, Washington, Hawai‘i, and Alaska. Designed to support research equity and institutional synergy, this event highlights cross-campus innovation, inclusive faculty development, and funding opportunities.
This event gathers faculty members, research administrators, institutional leaders, and policy advocates to foster inclusive, equity-driven research. Through presentations, small-group sessions, and one-on-one opportunities with agency representatives, attendees will explore how HSIs can strengthen their collective impact across campuses and communities. This event is open to all UCSB faculty and staff—we encourage you to join!
As part of this effort, the conference aligns with the work of CREDITS (Center for Research, Excellence and Diversity in Team Scholarship), an integrated research and training initiative aimed at increasing collective intelligence, collaboration, and excellence in Team Scholarship (TS).
Key Highlights:
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Presentations from federal and private funding agency program directors
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Sessions on faculty development, research administration, and undergraduate research
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Best practices for industry partnerships and inclusive collaboration at HSIs
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Opportunities to build lasting cross-institutional partnerships
Included with Registration:
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Access to all conference sessions
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Evening reception on September 2
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Breakfast and lunch on September 3 & 4
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Optional 1:1 sessions with funders
Hotel Information:
A discounted room block is available at the J.W. Marriott Anaheim for $229–$279 per night. The rate extends three days before and after the conference (subject to availability). Hotel booking information will be included in your registration confirmation email.
Hosted by:
A regional planning committee representing UC Santa Barbara, CSU Northridge, Contra Costa Community College District, and San Diego State University.
Contact:
Dr. Anissa Stewart, anissa.stewart@ucsb.edu | (805) 893-4434
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