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Roberto Carlos Rio Rodriguez was only five minutes away from his home, when his world and his dream of becoming a college graduate came to a crashing halt. But on Saturday, May 4, the 22-year-old’s widow, Alondra Castillo, was given the chance to …

STC’s Fire Academy 33rd graduating class was recently honored with a significant completion ceremony surrounded by friends and family at STC’s Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence in Pharr.

Carlos Pareda-Hernandez passed away on March 16, 2024, two months shy of his college and high school graduations. His family accepted the 18-year-old’s posthumous degree in Welding on Friday May 3, during Commencement.

It was through loss and grief that STC Graduate Dana Outon decided to take the initiative to transform her life and pursue a medical degree. After more than 30 years behind the scenes of patient care, this Saturday, she earns an associate degree in …

South Texas College Computer Information Technology graduate, Joey Quezada describes his journey to a bachelor’s degree as a tough road of resilience that has allowed him to embrace a mentor role for active-members and veteran students.

South Texas College Welding Technology student Pedro Rojas said his earliest memories involved watching his father, who worked in architecture and carpentry, on the job. Now, with commencement this Saturday, Rojas talks about how the college has …

Eager to help those in need, South Texas College graduate Sylvia Gonzalez has spent the last two years overcoming a language barrier while traveling back and forth from Mexico, all in pursuit of a career in health care.Despite the challenges, her …

Over 430 high school students and community members recently attended the South Texas College Public Safety and First Responders Expo, an annual event that continues to empower and inspire future generations of public safety professionals.Hosted at …

For veteran and South Texas College alumnus and tutor Jose Cruz, the journey to his true passion may not have always been a clear path, but once he found STC’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program, not only did he become a passionate …

Leslie Martinez is close to celebrating a significant milestone in her life as she nears the completion of her associate degree in Health Information Technology at South Texas College. "I chose to pursue Health Information Technology because it …

In celebration of Health Information Professionals Week, the graduating class of 2024 from South Texas College's Health Information Technology program recently delivered a presentation to the Rio Grande Valley Health Information Management …

Hazel Morlock, is a 19-year-old student at South Texas College embarking on her second semester as a Biology major, laying the groundwork for her dream of becoming a dental hygienist."Biology is an important step towards my goal of entering the …

South Texas College Academic Coach Claudia Camacho has dedicated nearly 20 years to empower and guide aspiring health care professionals, revolutionizing the role of student specialist and advisor while single-handedly raising three …

For the third consecutive year, STC proudly hosted the annual Prevent, Treat, and Beat Diabetes Symposium, collaborating once again with STHS and Prominence Health in a collective effort to combat one of the most prevalent diseases in the …

 Chantal Paola Acosta, 20, is a student at South Texas College on a mission to pursue an associate degree in Criminal Justice, inspired to follow in her father's footsteps in world of law enforcement."My father, Joe Acosta, serves in the Border …

South Texas College is making a promise to help more students in the Rio Grande Valley become college graduates with the historic announcement of The Valley Promise program, or La Promesa del Valle, which in the span of five years, will provide all …

STC’s Office of Academic Affairs in partnership with its Office of Human Resources announce the 2024 Adjunct Faculty Job Fair that will take place on the second floor of the Pecan Campus’ Student Union building April 6 from 9 a.m. to 12 …

South Texas College hosted more than 60 participants from community colleges statewide as part of Catch the Next-Ascender’s spring seminar. The seminar led by Dr. Anna Alaniz (center), STC English faculty, covered current trends, challenges and …

Now eight years running, South Texas College has once again received a Military Friendly Gold designation as well as Military School Spouse award for its dedication to ensuring active military, veterans and their spouses and dependents achieve …

South Texas College students Dinah and Sarai Sanchez, have not only innovated the Rio Grande Valley with their freeze-dried products but are also gearing up to become vocational nurses this summer.

Krystal Villarreal, 26, is on a mission to become a Physical Therapist Assistant, driven by her personal experiences and a desire to give back to her community. Villarreal’s decision to pursue this career path was inspired by her own journey …

Valerie Salmeron, 21, has her sights set on an associate degree in Criminal Justice from South Texas College. Her journey is driven by a desire to chart new paths within her family and make a meaningful impact in her community.Her decision to pursue …

Leadership with STC’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) program were presenters at STMA’s membership meeting, which took place recently in McAllen. At the event, AMT introduced Precision Manufacturing students Jose Maldonado and Heriberto …

Motivated to learn about HVAC through a desire to help her sister with maintenance expenses at a family-owned apartment building, STC alumna Erika Claire said she gradually developed expertise while taking classes at STC to help her family. 

A total of 20 attendees from eight different agencies recently participated in the Leadership for Women in Law Enforcement training hosted by South Texas College and led by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC).

Higher education once felt impossible for Sandra Leal, a devoted mother and longtime caregiver. Yet, through South Texas College, that dream is now a reality alongside a newfound passion for guiding future first responders towards successful …

 Jocelyn Magana, 19, is about to complete an associate degree in Business Administration from South Texas College (STC), a career influenced by her family."I decided to pursue a degree in Business Administration because I believe it provides me …

A recent Forbes article spotlighted the 10 highest-paying associate degrees in 2024, featuring two-year careers such as Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Respiratory Therapy, and Radiology Technology, all of which are offered at South Texas …

In recognition of International Women’s Day, STC Electrician Technology faculty member Christina Aguilar explains how the experience at work with her father in construction sparked a fire in her, and how she used it to put a focus on the incredible …

Fifteen years since it began, what originally began with the goal to create an environment where likeminded students studying psychology could collaborate has since evolved into a driving force for community involvement and advocate for positive …