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From wrestling rings to culinary dreams

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

05

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 … Read more
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Faculty spotlight: Student-first approach earns Amaya prestigious award

03

September

2026

| 08:23 AM America/Chicago

Bringing decades of experience in industry, South Texas College Architecture Engineering Design Technology (AEDT) faculty member Jesus “Leo” Amaya has been named a National Institute for Staff … Read more

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

2026

McCoy’s Building Supply is helping STC lay the foundation and build a stronger construction workforce by donating $10,000 and tools to the South Texas Builders Association (STBA) in support of the new South Texas Construction & Innovation Academy.

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

August

2026

| 11:18 AM America/Chicago

The South Texas College JagReconnect Program, through the Office of Student Reengagement is celebrating its first-year successes, and the more than 450 students the program has helped return to college since its inception.

STC offers substitute teacher training at Starr County Campus to strengthen local schools

August

2026

| 09:00 AM America/Chicago

Individuals interested in working in local K-12 schools can now gain the training and classroom experience needed to become a qualified substitute teacher through STC substitute teacher courses at the Starr County Campus.

August

24,

2026

| 08:33 AM America/Chicago

STC Professor Emeritus inspires pride through History

South Texas College Professor Emeritus Elizandro Munoz poses with a bronze sculpture of civil rights leader Dr. Hector P. Garcia, a work he …

August

20,

2026

| 10:34 AM America/Chicago

STC expands AI across BPST programs

South Texas College faculty within its Division of Business, Public Safety and Technology (BPST) are expanding the use of AI across its …

August

20,

2026

| 08:54 AM America/Chicago

STC offers zero-textbook-cost options

A champion for student success, South Texas College Economics faculty member Kevin Peek, Ph.D., for the last decade has dedicated his time …

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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.

Learning today, inspiring tomorrow

August

2026

| 14:36 PM America/Chicago

“When I came to register for classes, I noticed how kind and connected the community was. It felt like a place where people genuinely want to see you succeed.”

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From wrestling rings to culinary dreams

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

Faculty spotlight: Student-first approach earns Amaya prestigious award

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

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

STC offers substitute teacher training at Starr County Campus to strengthen local schools

Building a future through entrepreneurship

Learning today, inspiring tomorrow

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