In this edition of Vargas Speaks : • Update on the budget for the university for FY18 • 100,000 Strong for the Americas ( ) • Higher Learning Commission Strategy Forum ( ) • Southeast Launches New Courses Dedicated to Cultural Competence in the Health Professions • Southeast Awarded Grant to Evaluate Polysulfate as Organic Fertilizer for Vegetables, Soil Conditioner This interview was recorded on Tuesday, November 16, 2017