The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has named OLLU President Abel A. Chávez, MBA, PhD, to its 18-member Board of Governors for 2023-2024.

Dr. Chávez joined HACU leaders on Nov. 9 for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new headquarters in San Antonio.

The 25,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility will be located on a 4.7-acre site on the Northeastern side of San Antonio, and will house eight institutes. The new headquarters will accommodate up to 100 employees on two floors. Construction is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025.

HACU was organized and formed at OLLU in May 1986. HACU has been located at several sites throughout the years. From its West Side roots, HACU is spreading its wings across the world.