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(SWEETWATER, Texas) – Texas State Technical College nursing students have one thing in common: a commitment to helping others. Second-semester students returned to the Sweetwater campus earlier this month ready to continue their education, which will lead to earning a certificate in the summer of 2026. “At first, it was overwhelming,” said Daniella Vela, of...

(SWEETWATER, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s Automotive program has earned accreditation from the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, recognizing the Sweetwater program’s commitment to preparing students for careers in the automotive industry. The accreditation follows a comprehensive evaluation of the program’s structure, instructional processes, facilities, resources and curriculum. ASE representatives conducted a strategic...

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Long before starting the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) certificate program at Texas State Technical College, Lorinda Chairez was drawn to helping people at their most vulnerable moments. “Years ago, my mother battled cancer, my father had heart issues and my mother-in-law also had cancer,” Chairez said. Chairez was the primary caregiver for...

(MARSHALL, Texas) – Alauryn Morgan was already an experienced welder like her father before she enrolled at Texas State Technical College. “We had to pick (an elective) before we went to high school and I was like, ‘Welding sounds cool. I’m going to try it,’” she said. “I’ve liked it ever since.” Morgan, of Longview,...

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – For three years, Zachary Alanis worked in the automotive industry, leading mechanics and working directly with customers as a service advisor. “I’m a hands-on person, but I didn’t have the degree to become a mechanic,” Alanis said. “I worked as a service advisor at two automotive dealerships to stay connected to the...

(RED OAK, Texas) – In his 20 years with the U.S. Army, Aaron Orr gained experience in multiple fields, such as airborne medicine and information technology. Set to retire from the military on Friday, Jan. 30, Orr enrolled in Texas State Technical College’s Computer Networking and Systems Administration program. He is in his final semester....