STC Graduates Approximately 4,400 Students

May 24, 2013 No Comments
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Roaring applause filled the State Farm Arena as South Texas College (STC) students were showered in a festive display of green and purple confetti while being announced as graduated by STC President Dr. Shirley A. Reed.  Approximately 4,400 students earned their certificate, associate or baccalaureate degrees this Spring 2013.  STC’s 2013 Commencement Ceremonies were the ultimate symbol of accomplishment as approximately 2,500 of these graduates donned caps and gowns during five ceremonies from May 17 through May 18. Each ceremony held a full house of cheering supporters including proud … Read More …

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MEDA & STC Offer Scholarship to Permanent Residents of the City of Mission: Application Deadline is June 28

May 22, 2013 No Comments

The Mission Economic Development Authority (MEDA) in partnership with South Texas College (STC) invites permanent residents of the City of Mission who are interested in furthering their education to apply for the MEDA scholarship by June 28, 2013.  The MEDA scholarship is specific to residents who have lived in Mission for two or more consecutive years, have earned a high school diploma or GED and would like to obtain a certificate, associate or bachelor’s degree from STC.   In order to qualify for this opportunity, permanent residents of the City of Mission must also meet certain … Read More …

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South Texas College Summer Hours

May 20, 2013 No Comments
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The Student Affairs and Enrollment Management division at South Texas College is now operating under its summer operating schedule. New this year are the Advising, Admissions & Financial Aid Centers open every Saturday starting May 25 at the Pecan, Mid-Valley and Starr County campuses from 9 am to 12 pm. These centers allow students and their parents to stop by and meet with an advisor and get registered for Summer and Fall classes. Hours for each campus are as follows: Pecan Campus Monday – Thursday: 8 am – 7 pm Friday: 8 am – 5 pm Saturday (Advising, Admissions & … Read More …

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Spring 2013 Commencement Excercises at State Farm Arena May 17-18

May 15, 2013 1 Comment
STC President Dr. Shirley A. Reed congratulates a STC graduate at a past ceremony.

Congratulations are in order for approximately 4431 South Texas College students who have earned their certificate, associate or baccalaureate degrees at STC this Spring 2013. Approximately 2500 of these graduates will take part in five graduation ceremonies starting Friday, May 17, through Saturday, May 18, at the State Farm Arena. In addition, STC is proud to graduate 961 dual enrollment high school students with certificate and associate degrees, creating a pathway to employment and higher education. STC’s graduation ceremonies bring students from its five campuses located throughout … Read More …

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Occupational therapy, nursing students awarded South Texas Health System scholarship

May 14, 2013 No Comments
South Texas College Occupational Therapy Assistant student Jessica Medina and Vocational Nursing student Venise West each received a $2,000 STC Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship that was established by the South Texas Health System. From left, South Texas College Nursing and Allied Health Student Success Specialist Claudia Camacho, STC Associate Degree Nursing Program Chair Jayson Valerio, LVN student Venise West, STC NAH Dean Melba Treviño, and STC Vocational Nursing Program Chair Daphine Mora.

When a student decides to pursue a career in the healthcare field, they not only commit to a rigorous program but also to make a lot of sacrifices, especially when it comes to working, family and making ends meet, all to achieve the ultimate goal of completing their selected program and earning a degree that will improve their quality of life. Two South Texas College students who are in the middle of that process, Occupational Therapy Assistant student Jessica Medina and Vocational Nursing student Venise West, were recently rewarded for their hard work and sacrifice with scholarships from the … Read More …

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City of Mission, Mission PD donate vehicles to STC Police Academy

May 14, 2013 No Comments
The City of Mission and Mission Police Department donated two vehicles to the South Texas College Police Academy on May 1, 2013. From left, Mission City Manager Martin Garza, Mission Mayor Norberto Salinas, STC Dean of the Business and Technology Division Mario Reyna, and Mission Interim Police Chief Robert Domínguez.

The City of Mission and Mission Police Department donated a pair of police cars on May 1, 2013 to South Texas College for use in the college’s Police Academy, which began in fall 2012. “We have always helped and supported STC’s programs and we’re happy that they now have a Police Academy at STC,” said Mission Mayor Norberto Salinas. “We had these two vehicles that we could’ve sold, but decided to donate them to STC so that they can put them to good use and help educate students that aspire to be police officers. STC’s Police Academy is very important and it’s something … Read More …

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STC offers ballet folklórico classes to the community for all levels

May 14, 2013 No Comments
Ballet Folklórico South Texas College members perform at a local event in Edinburg, Texas.

Ballet Folklórico South Texas College and the Office of Continuing, Professional, and Workforce Education will offer ballet folklórico classes to all skill levels from 6 to 11 years old and 15 years of age and up starting on June 17, 2013 at the STC’s Pecan Plaza location at 2621 W. Pecan Blvd. in McAllen. The Ballet Folklórico South Texas College – Grupo Infantil class is a seven-week course that will be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 5 to 6 p.m., starting on June 17 and ending July 30. The beginning adult folklórico courses for ages 15 and older … Read More …

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Teacher Certification Success at STC

May 13, 2013 No Comments
Abraham Garza poses for a photo at STC's Pecan Campus.

For 31 year old Harlingen native Abraham Garza, it was the support and detailed training of South Texas College’s (STC) Alternative Teacher Certification Program that elevated him from a part-time night school teacher into a full-time position as an English teacher for Ignite Public Schools.  With a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Texas-Pan American, Garza knew he had to pursue other educational options that would make him more competitive in the workforce and certify him to teach at the highest of standards. The mission of STC’s Alternative Teacher Certification … Read More …

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