Site Header Region
Page Header
Main Content Region

HACU Conference Award

HACU 39th Annual Conference

Applications for the 2025 HACU Conference Award

is now Closed!

Please check back Spring 2026 for next year's opportunity :) 

This year's award covers flights, conference meals, hotel accommodations, registration, and professional development activities.

2019 CSUSB HACU Team

The HACU Annual Conference is a three-day conference where participants participate in professional development workshops and attend a career fair. At the fair students may secure internships and full-time employment as they network with hundreds of students and potential employers.

The online application takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes and must be completed from start to finish. You cannot save your progress. Please have your resume ready for upload. See application questions below.

Please note that while we would love to take all students who apply, we will be offering a select number of awards. We anticipate a competitive pool, but you are encouraged to connect with the Career Center to learn about additional professional enrichment opportunities. :) 

To learn more about the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Employers (HACU) visit their site: https://hacu.net 

Eligibility Requirements 

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Full-time student during Fall 2025 at CSUSB (undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students eligible)
  • If you have been selected for this award in the past, you are not eligible. 

Application Questions

The application can be found by clicking here or visiting https://forms.office.com/r/ywU238NSrv; you must log into Microsoft with your CSUSB credentials in order to submit and start the application. 

Besides name and contact information, the application includes questions regarding educational background, expected graduation date, year in school, resume upload, and a response to the following two-questions, "Describe your community service engagements, leadership roles, recognitions, campus involvements, and activities", “Identify your top 3 goals for attending the annual HACU conference in Aurora, Colorado": responses should be about 200-250 words in length (no more than 300 words). We recommend typing on a separate document and copying and pasting it into the application. 

Information Sessions

Join us for an informative session on the CSUSB prestigious HACU Conference Scholarship Awards! The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) offers invaluable opportunities for students to attend their annual conference, expand their networks, and enhance their academic and professional growth. Whether you're a student eager to learn about eligibility criteria and application procedures or an educator seeking to support your students in accessing these transformative opportunities, this session is for you. Come discover how HACU Conference Scholarships can empower you to thrive in your academic journey and beyond. 
 

San Bernardino Campus- Virtual

February 21 and 28, 12-1 pm Zoom Link: https://csusb.zoom.us/j/82178538956

Keep an eye out for our table at the Coyote walkway to meet our team

PDC- In person, March 4, 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the Career Center Information Table

APPLICATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FEB. 5TH - MAR. 5TH

(Apply with CSUSB Credentials/Email)

 Apply Here!

FAQs

Q: What is the HACU Conference?

A: The HACU Conference is a three-day conference where students will attend workshops, a career/grad school fair, employer info sessions, luncheons, dinners, networking activities, and more.  Students are encouraged to make the most of the experience by connecting with others and applying for various opportunities such as internships, jobs, and graduate programs. Learn more at https://www.hacu.net/hacu/Annual_Conference1.asp

Q: How many students will be selected?

A: 10

Q: Are international or undocumented students eligible?

A: Yes

Q: What does the conference award cover?

A: This year's award covers flights, meals, conference registration, and professional development activities.

Q: Do you need to be Hispanic/Latinx to be selected?

A: No, ALL students who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered. (undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students eligible)

Q: Do I need to be enrolled full-time?

A: Yes, you must be a full-time student during the fall 2025 semester in order to qualify. undergraduates: minimum 12 units, grad students: minimum 6 units

Q: What if I was selected to attend HACU in the past?

A: Only students who have not been selected in the past are eligible. 

Q: What if I have class during the conference?

A: If you have class during the three-day conference, contact your faculty well before the conference to make up any responsibilities. 

Q: How can I find out which employers and schools will be attending the conference?

A: You can find a list of schools and employers attending the conference on the official HACU website, starting summer 2025.

Q: Should I apply even though I am unsure if I will be a full-time student in the Fall 2025 semester?

A: Definitely, Yes!

Q: I plan to graduate in May 2025 and currently applying to grad school at CSUSB from Fall 2025. Can I still apply?

A: Yes

Q: Since the conference is in Colorado, do I need a REAL ID to fly?

A: If selected, please see these ID requirements from TSA https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification

Q: What are the departure and return dates?

A: October 31st - November 4th.

Q: Will I get my own hotel room if selected?

A: Students will be sharing a room with one other student, only two students in a room, and each student will have their own bed.

Q: Can I choose who I get to share a hotel room with?

A: No

Q: I have never been on a plane or attended a conference. Will the Career Center help me prepare for these experiences?

A: Yes, absolutely.

Q: Can I apply if I don't have a resume?

A: Contact the Career Center to create your resume because you will need a resume to apply.

QUESTIONS? Email hacu@csusb.edu

For assistance with any of the required materials for this application, come to our drop-in (M-Th, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) or schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor using MyCoyote-Advising Tools-Navigate.