Aug. 4 is Ladies Night at Tech Campus

July 28, 2010 No Comments
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Want to be treated like the queen you are while learning about fabulous career opportunities? Then take advantage of Ladies Night at South Texas College’s Technology Campus located at 3700 West Military Highway in McAllen. On Wednesday, Aug. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m., all Valley ladies are encouraged to attend a special, free evening of live music, fashion, refreshments and career exploration. “Our Technology Campus is home to some of the most talented women professionals in the Valley and they are going to share insights and information about career paths that some women have never … Read More …

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STC, TXU Energy cool down summer for one worthy student

July 27, 2010 No Comments
STC students and instructors celebrate with the Quintero Family following their work to complete another successful TXU Energy Home Energy Makeover. From left front are Ricardo Olivarez, STC electrician assistant instructor; STC students Martin Lopez, Jose Nunez, Jessie Sanchez, Orlando Lopez and Robert Ramirez; and Estaban Quintero, STC HVACR instructor. From left back are Arturo Canizales, STC student; Mikkel Adriel Galvan, Enrique Quintero, Anthony Villarreal, Evelyn Quintero and Elsa Coria de Quintero; and Gary Bergeron, STC student.

Summer time is in full swing and anybody that has lived in the Valley for any length of time know that means a ton of heat and a lot of staying indoors with the A/C on full blast. But those who have to pay the electric bill at the end of the month know that there are always to reduce their energy costs. So South Texas College teamed up with TXU Energy for the second year for TXU Energy’s Home Energy Makeover Program. The makeover is meant to take an existing home and turn it into a more energy efficient home to help homeowners learn inexpensive fixes that can help them save money and help … Read More …

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STC sees 30 percent jump in summer enrollment

July 20, 2010 No Comments
Proud STC students Juan Solis, Ariana Castellanos and Marisela Chavez show off the college’s 2010 summer enrollment figures in front of registration lines as the college gears up for an equally busy fall semester.

As the heat continues blazing, South Texas College is showing red hot growth with a 30 percent increase in summer enrollment. Approximately 16,457 students took advantage of summer 2010 classes at STC, an increase of 3,820 students over the summer 2009 enrollment of 12,637 students. “Students are taking advantage of the summer to get ahead,” said William Serrata, STC vice president for student affairs and enrollment management. “They know that taking summer classes will help them graduate earlier, saving time and money. And the fact that our classes are transferring not only to The … Read More …

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Summertime classic, muscle car show revs up attendees

July 20, 2010 No Comments
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By: Danessa Liebhaber, Student Activities Specialist Have you ever fantasized of sitting in the driver’s seat of a 1980 Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am Official Pace Car? Envisioned racing a 1966 Ford Mustang Shelby GT down a drag strip straight-a-way? Or cruising’ the streets in a 1957 Chevy Apache pickup truck? Well, these automotive rarities were just a few of the many cars and trucks that were available for the public to drool over (not literally of course) on Saturday, July 17 at the South Texas College Mid-Valley Campus’ first “Show and Shine Classic & Muscle Car Show.” … Read More …

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Profiles of excellence: Catherine Villarreal Pena-Gonzales

July 16, 2010 No Comments
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Name: Catherine Villarreal Pena-Gonzales About Catherine: Catherine is the happily married mother of one boy and two girls. She was born in Montpellier, Ohio and when she was about five years old, her family moved to the Valley, specifically Mercedes, to start the life of migrant farm workers. Her family would travel from Mercedes to Berrien Springs, Michigan every year. It wasn’t until she was 15 that her father decided to stay behind in Michigan for the summer instead of migrating to Mercedes. When she returned to Michigan the following year, she learned that her father had landed a job … Read More …

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College, Weslaco Chamber shine with award for Onion Fest work

July 16, 2010 No Comments
Jerry the Jaguar helped make STC sponsorship of Onion Fest a success.

Building on the success of its spring 2010 sponsorship of the Kid Zone at Onion Fest in Weslaco, South Texas College, in conjunction with the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce, won the marketing award for the Best New Programming from the Texas Festivals and Events Association. The event’s STC Kid Zone was created through the work of the Mid-Valley Campus Student Life Department, Biology and Science Clubs, the Child Development Center, and Jerry the Jaguar, who made a celebrity appearance to sign autographs, pose for pictures and participate in some fun and games. The purpose was to provide … Read More …

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Profiles of excellence: Freddy Cortez

July 16, 2010 No Comments
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Name: Freddy Cortez About Freddy: Freddy is originally from San Luis Potosi, Mexico, and was very young when he immigrated to the United States. He was raised in Mission and graduated from Mission High School in 2006. After graduating from high school, Freddy married and he and his wife had their first son. He would later enroll at South Texas College and is currently pursuing an associate’s degree in criminal justice. Future Goals: Once Freddy graduates with his Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice from STC, he plans to transfer to The University of Texas-Pan America to earn a … Read More …

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Profiles of excellence: Isidro Zavala Jr.

July 16, 2010 No Comments
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Name: Isidro Zavala Jr. About Isidro: He grew up in Alamo, where he currently resides with his wife Crystal, and his three sons Isaac, Romeo and Ricky. He graduated from P.S.J.A High School in 1997. After high school, he chose to join the workforce instead of going to college. He started his career working for a molding company, but he was sadly let go due to the state of economy. This turn of events would come as a blessing in disguise when he came across a workforce program that would allow him to attend South Texas College. He is now pursuing an associate’s degree in heating, … Read More …

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