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February 24, 2026

Military wife finds her own career with TSTC’s Drafting and Design program

(RED OAK, Texas) – As a military wife that frequently relocated, it was difficult for Cierra DeVoe to establish her own career. One day, she discovered the world of drafting. “I was working as a scheduler for a small, outdoor construction company in Florida,” the Las Vegas, Nevada, native said. “There was a person there...

February 19, 2026

TSTC program prepares students for booming construction industry

(SWEETWATER, Texas) – The Texas construction industry is booming, and Texas State Technical College is actively preparing the next generation of builders to meet the demand. According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, there are currently more than 32,000 active construction and renovation projects across the state. To help fill the labor gap,...

February 11, 2026

Innovative technology sharpens drafting students’ skills at TSTC

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – To prepare students for their careers, the Drafting and Design program at Texas State Technical College’s Harlingen campus added a Bambu Lab H2D 3D printer for student use. The equipment was introduced during the 2025 fall semester, giving students the opportunity to turn digital designs into physical models. “We have seen an...

February 5, 2026

TSTC trains HVAC students for South Texas winters

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Cold weather may be rare in the Rio Grande Valley, but it can have a major impact on businesses, homes and schools. At Texas State Technical College, HVAC students are learning how to respond when the temperatures drop. The training will help families stay comfortable, schools remain open and businesses continue serving...

February 4, 2026

Single father enrolls in TSTC to better provide for his son

(MARSHALL, Texas) – Orlando Cerda was raised by his single mother who did her best to provide a good life for him. Now, as a single father, he is determined to do the same for his son. “They’re always my biggest inspiration and I thank them for all they do,” Cerda said of his mother...

February 2, 2026

TSTC’s Construction Technologies Center opens to students

(WACO, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s new Construction Technologies Center opened to students on Monday, Feb. 2, at the Waco campus. “It feels good,” said Michael Schumacher, TSTC’s senior construction project manager. “It is nice to see students here, sitting on the furniture and hanging out in the labs.” The 120,000-square-foot structure is home...