HSI Trivia Questions

1. 1. What does the acronym HSI stand for?

• Hispanic Social Identity

• Hispanic Serving Institution

• 1. Hispanic Serving Identification

• 1. Hispanic Service Industry

2. 2. What is the primary purpose of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs)?

• 1. To provide scholarships for Hispanic students.

• 1. To serve a significant population of Hispanic students. 

• 1. To Provide higher education opportunities and support to Hispanic students.

• 1. To offer bilingual education programs. 

1. 3. What percentage of a college student population must be Hispanic for it to be designated as an HSI? 

• 10%

• 15%

• 25%

• 30%

4. In what year was the HSI designation officially recognized by the U.S. federal government?

• 1975

• 1980

• 1992

• 2001

5. 5. Which organization is primarily responsible for administering federal programs and funds to HSIs?

• The National Science Foundation (NSF)

• 1. The U.S Department of Education

• 1. The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)

• 1. The U.S. Department of Commerce

6. 6. National HSI Week is celebrated in which month?

• February

• April

• September

• November

1. 7. What is the main goal of National HSI Week?

• To celebrate Hispanic Heritage and Culture.

• 1. To raise awareness about the contributions and needs of HSIs.

• 1. To launch new educational programs. 

• To conduct fundraising activities.

8. 8. Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of an HSI?

• Offers support services tailored to Hispanic students.

• Conducts research on issues affecting Hispanic communities.

• Requires all students to take Hispanic cultural studies.

• Provides financial aid and scholarships to Hispanic students.

9. Which organization often partners with HSIs to provide resources and support?

• The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

• The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)

• The National Education Association (NEA)

• The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

10. How many HSIs do we have in our state?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5