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(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Not everyone is cut out to be an electrical lineworker — it is a hands-on career that demands technical expertise, bravery and commitment. For Lila Quintero, an Electrical Lineworker and Management student at Texas State Technical College’s Harlingen campus, the inspiration was close to home. Her uncle had an extensive career in...

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Elijah Aguilar is carrying on a family legacy while building a stable future for his children through the Biomedical Equipment program at Texas State Technical College. Aguilar’s father, Alex Aguilar, a graduate of the same program, demonstrated, through his commitment to troubleshooting and maintaining medical devices, that there is a demand for...

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Rogelio Cerda, a Diesel Equipment student at Texas State Technical College’s Harlingen campus, is among the program’s inaugural cohort. In fact, Cerda was the first student to sign up when he enrolled in the associate degree program. “I felt honored when my enrollment coach told me (I was the first to register),”...

(ROSENBERG, Texas) – Growing up in Eagle Lake, Robert Gonzales carried a simple lesson from his grandfather: be consistent with your work and take pride in what you do. Those values were strengthened during his eight years in the gravel industry, where he gained experience doing multiple jobs. His focus shifted after seeing technicians at...

(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...

(RED OAK, Texas) – Luke Clasby, of Ennis, never planned to attend college, but getting married and expecting a child inspired him to get a degree.  Not only did Clasby enroll in Texas State Technical College’s Industrial Maintenance program, but he found an internship with electric utility company Oncor. “(The program) was more of a...