HTI Early Career Orientation Program
HTI began the Early Career Orientation program with a generous grant provided by the Lilly Endowment Inc.
Testimonials
“The ECO was incredibly beneficial to me. The advice the presenters gave was very practical, the kind of thing I could apply at work this week. And being in community with other rising Latine scholars, even in the Zoom format, was a much-needed breath of fresh air.”
“I have been extremely grateful for being invited to participate in the ECO program at HTI. As a junior Latino scholar, it has been invaluable to find community, learn from mentors, and be resourced materially and spiritually from the HTI collective. I look forward to the ways I can pay it forward in the future to others and encourage the spirit of En Conjunto within the academy and beyond!”
“The level of experience and knowledge of the presenters was very appropriate for the kind of topics that were addressed. I found it very helpful to hear parts of the presenters’ stories that made me realize that the kind of tensions, dilemmas, and struggles that I am experiencing are not unique to me, but rather, are part of the journey and the job. This normalization takes away some of the anxiety associated with the stage in which I am right now. Participating in the ECO reinforced my sense of belonging to a family of scholars who have similar experiences to mine.”
“HTI’s ministry is that of acompañamiento. For decades, HTI was journeying with us through our doctoral studies. Now, with ECO, HTI continues alongside us as we navigate the at-times, terrifying, first steps into our academic careers. Stepping into my new faculty post, I am ever grateful for the ECO mentors and peers. Led ably and compassionately by mentors with years of experience, this HTI program for new faculty poured new life into me. The ECO created a place for us to share fears and hopes, concerns, and joys. I am now living in my call to teach with boldness and courage, thanks to HTI and its ECO. I am eternally grateful. HTI ¡gracias!”
“The ECO with HTI was an incredibly impactful (virtual) gathering for me during a time of transition from my Ph.D. program to a postdoctoral position. We shared practical wisdom during this time and created a space for discernment about our respective vocations. As is always the case with HTI gatherings, I felt deeply cared for and a genuine spirit of solidarity with my colleagues and mentors.”
“Dr. Conde-Frazer helped me discern the path I should follow in my professional development. Participating in ECO helped me understand better the publishing process and prioritize my personal and professional goals. It was a great experience.”