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STC Professor Emeritus builds legacy beyond the badge

15

September

2026

| 10:43 AM America/Chicago

South Texas College Professor Emeritus Rogelio Escaname said he capped a nearly 30-year career with the Texas Department of Public Safety to begin a second career as a faculty member in the … Read more
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STC alumnus serves community through leadership in law enforcement

15

September

2026

| 09:18 AM America/Chicago

As a first-generation law enforcement officer, Weslaco Police Department Public Information Officer Heriberto Caraveo has dedicated his career to serving and protecting the community while … Read more
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STC Ballet Folklorico to showcase RGV culture at Dallas Cowboys, FC Dallas game

14

September

2026

| 12:25 PM America/Chicago

STC's Ballet Folklorico will take the traditions and culture of the RGV to two major Texas sports stages this month, performing for the Dallas Cowboys and Fútbol Club (FC) Dallas in celebration … Read more

One office, thousands of stories: An administrative assistant’s 19-year legacy at the Mid-Valley Campus

2026

For nearly two decades, Administrative Assistant Carolina Rodriguez has been one of the first faces people see and one they remember at STC Mid-Valley Campus. Long before titles or job descriptions, she became something harder to define but …

From wrestling rings to culinary dreams

September

2026

| 09:00 AM America/Chicago

After more than a decade in the wrestling ring, Nicholas Sachs is preparing to step into a new chapter that sets him in a kitchen.

STC’s PTA Program awarded $50,000 for new training equipment

September

2026

| 11:07 AM America/Chicago

Celebrated during a check presentation at STC’s Health Science Professions campus, the investment will help fast-track what was originally a five-year plan to equip the program’s upcoming lab space and expand hands-on training opportunities …

September

03,

2026

| 08:23 AM America/Chicago

Faculty spotlight: Student-first approach earns Amaya prestigious award

Bringing decades of experience in industry, South Texas College Architecture Engineering Design Technology (AEDT) faculty member Jesus “Leo” …

September

01,

2026

| 10:55 AM America/Chicago

McCoy’s Building Supply helps build the future of construction education in the Mid-Valley

McCoy’s Building Supply is helping STC lay the foundation and build a stronger construction workforce by donating $10,000 and tools to the …

August

31,

2026

| 11:18 AM America/Chicago

One year later: STC JagReconnect removes barriers, provides pathways to success

The South Texas College JagReconnect Program, through the Office of Student Reengagement is celebrating its first-year successes, and the …

Students of the Week

Finding his path in technology through curiosity

September

2026

| 18:43 PM America/Chicago

If you look around, it’s all technology. From cell phones to social media, we’re
all connected.

Building a future through entrepreneurship

August

2026

| 17:39 PM America/Chicago

I love it here. I can talk to my professors, ask questions and connect with what I’m learning. Coming to STC has made me realize how much I enjoy going to school.

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STC Professor Emeritus builds legacy beyond the badge

STC alumnus serves community through leadership in law enforcement

STC Ballet Folklorico to showcase RGV culture at Dallas Cowboys, FC Dallas game

One office, thousands of stories: An administrative assistant’s 19-year legacy at the Mid-Valley Campus

From wrestling rings to culinary dreams

STC’s PTA Program awarded $50,000 for new training equipment

Finding his path in technology through curiosity

Building a future through entrepreneurship

Ballet Folklórico STC keeps alumna connected to college, culture and community

STC Dual Credit alumna leads fight against disease outbreaks in Hidalgo County

Life-threatening diagnoses shape STC alum’s path to pharmacy education

STC alumna paves pathway for future therapists at Sharyland ISD

From student to protector: STC police officer comes full circle

Radiology pioneer: STC alumna leads the fight against breast cancer in Mission

From caregiver to advocate: STC graduate is ready to make a difference

STC helps local police officer shape his future

STC alumni at the forefront of Physical Therapy in the RGV

STC alum rises from migrant roots to become a successful therapist

Alumna returns to STC to shape the next generation of sonographers

Weslaco Fire Chief's 20-year journey of service, sparked by STC

From security guard to aspiring lawyer, STC sparks ambition and courage

From teen mom to college graduate, STC alumna triumphs against all odds

From sailor to therapist: STC alumnus set to earn a doctorate in Occupational Therapy

STC alumnus reflects on his journey from inspiration to leadership

Overcoming adversities, siblings find a passion for nursing through STC and graduate with bachelor’s degree

Alum grows teaching certification empire inspired by STC instructors

South Texas College alumna strives to protect families through law degree

STC helps international student rebuild a life in the U.S.

STC alumna builds a bright future as a Physical Therapist Assistant overcoming financial struggles

STC alum finds success as a social media influencer

STC alumna will represent college at U.S. Capitol

From soldier to paramedic at South Texas College; veteran rediscovers his life purpose

A passion for nursing: alumna finds early success thanks to STC

STC graduate finds love and a career in the RGV

STC alumnus experiences full circle moment with educational leadership role

Vocational Nursing students score above national average

STC graduate promotes mental health for first responders

STC grad promotes August as Breastfeeding Awareness Month

Latin pop artist, local entrepreneur credits STC for giving him the tools for success

STC alum earns technical position at Zoho

STC Students Build Accessibility Home in Rural Hidalgo County

CTE Month: STC Alumni Welding Instructors Teaching Tricks of the Trade

Finding her competitive edge

‘I didn’t let cancer overtake me'

‘Not really a school person’

'Something to prove'

‘This is what we trained for’

STC Alumnus Angel Treviño brings tech classes to Donna ISD

Exceptional Alumna: Alyssa Cantu, the Star of Street Food

Francisco Cantu’s expressway to success

Speaking up

STC graduate writes his way into successful journalism career

Letter to High School Me

Former STC student, future Harvard grad pens own success story

McAllen entrepreneur acknowledges South Texas College as a foundation for success

Doctor’s promising career a result of dedication, drive, and South Texas College