Born and raised in central Connecticut, Dr. Jorge Juan Rodríguez V is the son of two Puerto Rican migrants who came to the United States a year before he was born. He was raised in an affordable housing community just outside of Hartford by his mother, father, grandmother, and uncle. Dr. Rodríguez began his tenure
Born in Camagüey, Cuba, and raised in Brooklyn, New York, the Rev. Dr. Daisy L. Machado is a pastor, sister, scholar, daughter, administrator, educator, and friend. She has distinguished herself over her career by her commitment to community, pursuit of grounded innovation, and pedagogical prowess. Under her leadership, the HSP has grown to what it
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. Jorge Juan Rodríguez V Named Executive Director, Succeeding Rev. Dr. Daisy L. Machado After Thirteen Years of Visionary Service New York, NY — June 26, 2026 — The Hispanic Scholars Program (HSP) and its Governing Board are honored to share important leadership news that ensures HSP’s mission continues to grow. As
