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CREAR Futuros is a peer-mentorship program that introduces students to campus resources and helps them succeed and make the most of their experience at Lehman and beyond.

 

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CREAR (College Readiness, Achievement, and Retention) Futuros means “to create futures.” As a mentee, you will be paired with a knowledgeable peer mentor who will introduce you to campus resources (financial aid, course selection, tutoring), provide tips to reduce stress and manage your time.

Lehman Team with Hispanic Federation CEO

The Lehman Team with Hispanic Federation CEO and President, Frankie Miranda.

Top Five Reasons to Sign Up

  • Receive 1:1 peer mentoring
  • Join a national circle of leaders and network with Latinx professionals
  • Access professional development opportunities
  • Attend informative workshops
  • Relax and de-stress in a fun, cultural environment

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Commitment Includes:

  • One-year as a mentee (September-May)
  • Monthly webinar participation
  • Weekly communication with mentor
  • Network with peers in the CREAR Futuros office

Interested? Fill Out Our Interest Form!

 

 

Upcoming Events

Members of the Urban Male Leadership Program

March 18, 2026

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

18th Annual CUNitY Educational Summit

The CUNitY Educational Summit is an initiative of Lehman College’s Urban Male Leadership (UMLP), and the CREAR Futuros Mentorship Programs designed to promote Lehman College as a strong and accessible option for community college and high school students exploring their next academic step.

A professional group portrait of seven diverse young women standing on the steps of a wide, industrial-style staircase. The group is arranged at different levels of the stairs, creating a tiered composition. They are dressed in cohesive all-black attire, including quarter-zip sweatshirts and trousers. The setting is a brightly lit, spacious lobby with polished floors and large windows.

March 23, 2026

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Women’s History Month Panel: Women Shaping Institutions & Generations

Centered on the theme, “Honoring women whose leadership creates lasting institutional impact and inspires future leaders across disciplines,” the event will bring together accomplished leaders in higher education to explore the transformative power of women’s leadership and its enduring influence on institutions and communities.

CREAR Futuros is powered by Hispanic Federation

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Hispanic Federation (HF) is the nation’s premier Latino nonprofit membership organization. Founded in 1990, HF seeks to empower and advance the Hispanic community, support Hispanic families, and strengthen Latino institutions through work in the areas of education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment, and climate justice. 

Hispanic Federation launched CREAR Futuros in 2012 as a free peer-mentorship program that recruits Latinx students in college to mentor, guide, and support younger students. Since its launch, CREAR Futuros has served nearly 7,000 students, about 85 percent of whom identify as Hispanic/Latino. CREAR Futuros seeks to bridge gaps in education by creating support networks that help students access college, improve retention and graduation rates, and shape better academic outcomes.

To learn more about CREAR Futuros and the Hispanic Federation please visit

Hispanic Federation