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It had been 20 years since Aracely Salinas had been in a classroom, earning her Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from South Texas College. Salinas said she mustered the courage to enroll in her alma mater’s very first cohort of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN-to-BSN program. With South Texas College’s support, Salinas succeeded beyond her highest expectations. (Photo by Dr. Elmer Esguerra)

20 Years Later, Nursing Alumna Stands by her College

McALLEN, Texas – Aracely Salinas’ employer had one condition when she was promoted to nurse supervisor at her hospital: she needed to get her bachelor’s degree. 
Michelangelo’s Different View Exhibit is Breathtaking

Michelangelo’s Different View Exhibit is Breathtaking

The Michelangelo Exhibit is now open to the public. A Different View is a breathtaking exhibit of Renaissance artist Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Frescoes.

Plant-based jet fuel could reduce emissions by 68%

Newswise — Replacing petroleum-based aviation fuel with sustainable aviation fuel derived from a type of mustard plant can reduce carbon emissions by up to 68%, according to new research from University of Georgia scientist Puneet Dwivedi.

Literacy Organization Hosts Corporate Spelling Bee

McAllen, Texas – The South Texas Literacy Coalition will host on Thursday, November 11, 2021, The Fall Spectacular Corporate Spelling Bee, which will take place at The Old Church Winery in McAllen, Texas from 6pm to 9pm.

LC, TAMIU Renew Shared Commitment Through MOU Agreement

With the stroke of multiple pens, a long-cherished agreement between Laredo’s champions of higher education has been renewed.

AP Geography Teacher Recognized for NSHSS Award, Nominated by Her Student

Rio Grande Valley, Texas – IDEA Edinburg College Preparatory’s AP Human Geography teacher, Amanda Calderon, has been awarded the Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction from the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).

Governor Abbott Appoints John D. Guevara of Harlingen to Aerospace and Aviation Advisory Committee

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Tony Curry, John D. Guevara, to the Aerospace and Aviation Advisory Committee for terms set to expire on September 1, 2023. The committee assists in the state’s economic development efforts to recruit and retain aerospace and aviation jobs and investments in Texas.

City of Laredo to Host the Estela Quintanilla Crime Prevention Center Ribbon Cutting and...

Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo and Council Member for District 4, Alberto Torres, Jr., will be hosting the ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony of the Estela Quintanilla Crime Prevention Center at 320 E. Ryan St, corner with Springfield, to take place on Friday, October 15, 2021 at 10:00 AM.

Laredo Sector Border Patrol Arrest Convicted Sex Offender

LAREDO, Texas – Border Patrol agents from the Laredo South Station arrested a convicted sex offender after he crossed the Rio Grande River illegally into the U.S. near south Laredo.
Tickets are $25 each and include admission to both games. UTRGV Image for illustration purposes.

Single-Session Tickets Now on Sale for South Padre Island Battle On The Beach

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Friday that single-session tickets for the inaugural UTRGV South Padre Island Battle on the Beach.

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