Forbes 30 Under 30 List Names STC Alumnus
South Texas College alumnus Sam Garcia was recently recognized for becoming the youngest Hispanic to join Harvard Law Faculty as a lecturer, for his success as a venture capitalist and as a two-time, Amazon best-selling author – and now, Forbes has listed him on its prestigious 30 Under 30 list for 2024.
Literacy and the Workforce
Literacy is defined as “the ability to understand, evaluate, use and engage with written texts to participate in society.
Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Preparations Ahead of Winter
Onsite, seasonal weatherization techniques include methanol injection, temperature activated pumps, steamer units, equipment shelters, and insulated critical lines and valves.
Congressman Gonzalez Announces $1.2M in Federal Funding to Support Brownsville Entrepreneurs
“Brownsville has some of the most talented and driven entrepreneurs in our country,” said Congressman Gonzalez.
Senator John Cornyn’s Defense of Gun Owners’ Rights and the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
His remarks also underscored the importance of effective criminal law enforcement and the significant role that mental health plays in addressing gun violence.
Salazar Appointed to Lone Star Workforce of The Future Fund Advisory Board
The Board makes recommendations to the Texas Workforce Commission on awarding grants from the Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund.
Nearly $4 Million in Federal Funding for South Texas Public Schools
“Congratulations to the Region One Education Service Center for being awarded $3,999,984 from the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Program at the Department of Education,” said U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D.
Female Welding Students, Instructors Share Thoughts on the Male-Dominated Industry
In the heavily male-dominated industry of welding, only 5.1% of the industry’s workers are female, according to a 2022 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report.
CBP Officers Seize Over $2.7M in Meth at Colombia-Solidarity Bridge
“Seizures like this aim to prevent the trafficking of narcotics into our country, preserve public safety and enforce drug laws,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry.
Texas Employment Report: October Labor Market Dynamics
The Texas Workforce Commission's October Labor Market and Employment reports reveal mixed outcomes in the state's employment landscape.
























