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go to news: TSTC honors 50 North Texas campus graduates, including 22 for welding, at summer commencement
August 13, 2025
TSTC honors 50 North Texas campus graduates, including 22 for welding, at summer commencement
(RED OAK, Texas) – The Waxahachie Civic Center buzzed with excitement as families and friends celebrated graduates from Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus during the Summer 2025 Commencement on Tuesday, Aug. 12.  Of the 50 graduates who were honored, 22 received certificates of completion in Structural Welding. Luis Lopez, of Red Oak, has...
go to news: TSTC Process Operations graduate receives Outstanding Achievement Award
May 21, 2025
TSTC Process Operations graduate receives Outstanding Achievement Award
(MARSHALL, Texas) – Barzilai Arellano, a Process Operations graduate from Texas State Technical College’s Marshall campus, received the Provost’s Outstanding Achievement Award at the recent Spring 2025 Commencement.  “The award, not given out every semester, recognizes students who go above and beyond in helping others achieve their goals — service before self,” Bart Day, provost...
go to news: TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement graduates take a step toward the future
May 12, 2025
TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement graduates take a step toward the future
(MARSHALL, Texas) – Thunderous applause erupted as 32 Texas State Technical College students became graduates at the Spring 2025 Commencement on Friday, May 9, in Marshall. Automation and Controls Technology and Process Operations are two programs offered exclusively at TSTC’s Marshall campus. The majority of the graduates who attended Friday’s ceremony were from those programs....
go to news: TSTC graduates make moms proud
May 8, 2025
TSTC graduates make moms proud
(HUTTO, Texas) – Graduation ceremonies are not just for the students — they are for the families too, especially the mothers this time of year. Texas State Technical College’s Williamson County campus celebrated 18 graduates on Wednesday, May 7, during its spring commencement ceremony held at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor. Among the...
go to news: TSTC’s New Braunfels campus celebrates first cohort at its first commencement
May 5, 2025
TSTC’s New Braunfels campus celebrates first cohort at its first commencement
(NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s New Braunfels campus opened in the fall of 2023, and it just hosted its first commencement ceremony to graduate the first cohort.  Ten students graduated with Associate of Applied Science degrees in Advanced Manufacturing Technology during TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement held Friday, May 2, at River City...
go to news: TSTC graduates celebrate, look forward to life’s next chapter
May 1, 2025
TSTC graduates celebrate, look forward to life’s next chapter
(ABILENE, Texas) – With cheers and applause, friends, family and classmates celebrated the accomplishments of Texas State Technical College’s Spring 2025 graduating class on Wednesday, April 30. A majority of the students, when their name was announced, noted that they will begin their careers within the industry they studied.  One of those students is Tyler...
go to news: Newest TSTC graduates ready to power progress
April 29, 2025
Newest TSTC graduates ready to power progress
(RED OAK, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s newest graduates at the North Texas campus are ready to energize their careers. More than 40 graduates, ranging from those in high school who earned dual credit hours to nontraditional students, took part in the Spring 2025 Commencement held Monday, April 28, at the Waxahachie Civic Center....
go to news: TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement graduates prove that determination powers success
April 28, 2025
TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement graduates prove that determination powers success
(HARLINGEN, Texas) – With pride and ambition in their hearts, more than 480 Texas State Technical College graduates walked the Harlingen Convention Center stage on Friday, April 25, to receive certificates of completion or associate degrees at TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement. For some of them, the celebration carried extra meaning. One became the first in...
go to news: TSTC holds spring commencement in Fort Bend County for over 100 graduates
April 24, 2025
TSTC holds spring commencement in Fort Bend County for over 100 graduates
(ROSENBERG, Texas) – Graduates from Texas State Technical College’s Fort Bend County campus and their families and friends attended TSTC’s Spring 2025 Commencement held Wednesday, April 23, at the Stafford Centre in Stafford. Kori Bowen, vice president of industry relations at TSTC, gave the speech welcoming everyone to the event. “Tonight is a night that...
go to news: TSTC’s Fall 2024 Commencement sends graduates into the workforce
December 20, 2024
TSTC’s Fall 2024 Commencement sends graduates into the workforce
(MARSHALL, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s Marshall campus awarded associate degrees or certificates of completion to 68 graduates at the Fall 2024 Commencement on Friday, Dec. 20.  The majority of the graduates who crossed the stage at Marshall’s Memorial City Hall had already secured employment. Joshua Hicks, a Board of Regents honor graduate in...
go to news: Graduates of TSTC’s East Williamson County campus prepare for new year and new careers
December 19, 2024
Graduates of TSTC’s East Williamson County campus prepare for new year and new careers
(HUTTO, Texas) – Graduates from Texas State Technical College’s East Williamson County campus crossed the stage with cheer and high hopes for the new year.  Students graduated with associate degrees or certificates of completion during TSTC’s Fall 2024 Commencement held Wednesday, Dec. 18, at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor. The ceremony was attended...
go to news: TSTC graduates look forward to new careers after Fall Commencement in Fort Bend County
December 18, 2024
TSTC graduates look forward to new careers after Fall Commencement in Fort Bend County
(ROSENBERG, Texas) – Graduates from Texas State Technical College’s Fort Bend County campus and their families and friends attended TSTC’s Fall 2024 Commencement held Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the Stafford Centre in Stafford. Each of the 130 graduates received either an Associate of Applied Science degree or a certificate of completion in their respective programs....
go to news: TSTC graduates gear up for the future
December 17, 2024
TSTC graduates gear up for the future
(RED OAK, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus had more than 190 online and in-person graduates receive certificates of completion and associate degrees at the Fall 2024 Commencement held Monday, Dec. 16, at the Waxahachie Civic Center. Several graduates of the Diesel Equipment Technology program are already employed. “This year’s graduating class...
go to news: TSTC graduates celebrate new beginnings at Fall 2024 Commencement
December 13, 2024
TSTC graduates celebrate new beginnings at Fall 2024 Commencement
(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s Fall 2024 Commencement was a culmination of dedication and perseverance for more than 370 graduates who walked the stage to receive certificates of completion or associate degrees at the Harlingen Convention Center on Thursday, Dec. 12. The celebration had special significance for some TSTC graduates who have already...
go to news: TSTC Robotics and Industrial Controls Technology graduates ready to get to work
December 12, 2024
TSTC Robotics and Industrial Controls Technology graduates ready to get to work
(WACO, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s Robotics and Industrial Controls Technology program had four graduates receiving associate degrees at the Fall 2024 Commencement held Wednesday, Dec. 11, at the BASE at Extraco Events Center in Waco. “This group is unique because they are all over 21,” said Corey Mayo, an instructor in TSTC’s Robotics...
go to news: TSTC welcomes newest members of state’s workforce during Fall Commencement
December 6, 2024
TSTC welcomes newest members of state’s workforce during Fall Commencement
(ABILENE, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s Fall Commencement ceremony featured several students who have already been hired across the state. Companies including Koenig & Bauer, NextEra Energy, Rentech Boiler Systems and Warren CAT have hired fall graduates.  Nearly a third of the students who walked across the Abilene Convention Center stage on Thursday, Dec....
go to news: TSTC holds Summer 2024 Commencement in Fort Bend County
August 23, 2024
TSTC holds Summer 2024 Commencement in Fort Bend County
(ROSENBERG, Texas) – Graduates from Texas State Technical College’s Fort Bend County campus and their families and friends attended TSTC’s Summer 2024 Commencement held Friday, Aug. 23, at the Stafford Centre in Stafford. Each of the 124 graduates received either an Associate of Applied Science degree or a certificate of completion in their program. Bryan...
go to news: TSTC graduates ready to begin new future after summer commencement
August 22, 2024
TSTC graduates ready to begin new future after summer commencement
(HARLINGEN, Texas) – For more than 270 Texas State Technical College graduates, the culmination of their college journey came to fruition during the Summer 2024 Commencement as they thanked their families for their support. TSTC graduates walked across the stage at the Harlingen Convention Center on Wednesday, Aug. 21 to receive certificates of completion or...
go to news: Former TSTC student worker receives Provost’s Outstanding Achievement Award
August 20, 2024
Former TSTC student worker receives Provost’s Outstanding Achievement Award
(MARSHALL, Texas) – Texas State Technical College Electrical Lineworker and Management Technology graduate Jason Gryder received the Provost’s Outstanding Achievement Award at the recent Summer 2024 Commencement. “The award recognizes students who go above and beyond high-level academic performance,” Bart Day, TSTC’s Marshall campus provost, said. “During his tenure as a student worker, there wasn’t...
go to news: TSTC’s East Williamson County campus sends off new graduates to the workforce
August 19, 2024
TSTC’s East Williamson County campus sends off new graduates to the workforce
(HUTTO, Texas) – As summer completes, so does the education of 38 students at Texas State Technical College’s East Williamson County campus. Students graduated with associate degrees or certificates of completion during TSTC in East Williamson County’s Summer 2024 Commencement held Monday, Aug. 19, at the Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock. Tiffany Tremont,...
go to news: TSTC’s Waco campus celebrates new graduates
August 16, 2024
TSTC’s Waco campus celebrates new graduates
(WACO, Texas) – More than 450 graduates from Texas State Technical College’s Waco campus received associate degrees or certificates of completion at TSTC’s Summer 2024 Commencement held Friday, Aug. 16, at the BASE at Extraco Events Center in Waco. “It’s the best night of the year,” said Beth Wooten, provost of TSTC’s Waco campus. “It’s...
go to news: TSTC’s North Texas campus celebrates new graduates
August 15, 2024
TSTC’s North Texas campus celebrates new graduates
(RED OAK, Texas) – More than 20 graduates from Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus received associate degrees or certificates of completion at TSTC’s Summer 2024 Commencement held Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Waxahachie Civic Center. “It is a relatively small group, but they have worked hard and persevered,” said Marcus Balch, provost of...
go to news: TSTC honors West Texas summer graduates
August 15, 2024
TSTC honors West Texas summer graduates
(ABILENE, Texas) – Texas State Technical College honored 128 graduates during the Summer 2024 Commencement at the Abilene Convention Center on Wednesday, Aug. 14. Graduates from the Abilene, Breckenridge, Brownwood and Sweetwater campuses were awarded Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates of completion by Andy Weaver, provost of the West Texas campuses. “Each of...
go to news: TSTC’s Marshall campus holds summer commencement ceremonies
August 13, 2024
TSTC’s Marshall campus holds summer commencement ceremonies
(MARSHALL, Texas) – Marshall’s Memorial City Hall was packed not once but twice for Texas State Technical College’s two summer commencement ceremonies on Tuesday, Aug. 13.  “I am so honored to be part of this special day,” Bart Day, TSTC’s Marshall campus provost, said to the graduates. “All of you worked hard. Congratulations on being...
go to news: TSTC’s Marshall location honors 46 graduates at commencement
May 3, 2024
TSTC’s Marshall location honors 46 graduates at commencement
(MARSHALL, Texas) – Marshall’s Memorial City Hall was filled with applause on Friday, May 3, as 46 students from Texas State Technical College’s Marshall location became graduates. Each one received either their certificate of completion or their Associate of Applied Science degree. “I look forward to seeing you become the best in your chosen career...
go to news: TSTC’s Waco campus holds Spring 2024 Commencement
May 2, 2024
TSTC’s Waco campus holds Spring 2024 Commencement
(WACO, Texas) – More than 400 graduates from Texas State Technical College’s Waco campus received associate degrees or certificates of completion at TSTC’s Spring 2024 Commencement held Thursday, May 2, at the BASE at Extraco Events Center in Waco. “Graduation represents the culmination of all the hard work of our students,” said Beth Wooten, campus...
go to news: TSTC graduates celebrate new chapter at spring commencement
April 30, 2024
TSTC graduates celebrate new chapter at spring commencement
(HARLINGEN, Texas) – For more than 235 Texas State Technical College graduates, it was a rewarding moment as they walked across the stage at the South Padre Island Convention Center and received certificates of completion or associate degrees at TSTC’s Spring 2024 Commencement on Tuesday, April 30. Eladio Jaimez, provost at TSTC’s Harlingen location, welcomed...
go to news: TSTC’s North Texas location celebrates new graduates
April 29, 2024
TSTC’s North Texas location celebrates new graduates
(RED OAK, Texas) – More than 50 graduates from Texas State Technical College’s North Texas location received associate degrees or certificates of completion at TSTC’s Spring 2024 Commencement held Monday, April 29, at the Waxahachie Civic Center. “A large number of our students are choosing to participate in this ceremony to really take the opportunity...
go to news: TSTC graduates honored during Spring 2024 Commencement
April 26, 2024
TSTC graduates honored during Spring 2024 Commencement
(ABILENE, Texas) – Eighty Texas State Technical College students were celebrated as graduates during the Spring 2024 Commencement at the Abilene Convention Center on Friday, April 26. Students from TSTC’s West Texas locations in Abilene, Breckenridge, Brownwood and Sweetwater were awarded Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates of completion. “Tonight we are celebrating your...
go to news: TSTC holds Spring 2024 Commencement in Fort Bend County
April 24, 2024
TSTC holds Spring 2024 Commencement in Fort Bend County
(ROSENBERG, Texas) – Graduates from Texas State Technical College’s Fort Bend County location and their families and friends attended TSTC’s Spring 2024 Commencement held Wednesday, April 24, at the Stafford Centre in Stafford. Each of the 102 graduates received either an Associate of Applied Science degree or a certificate of completion in their program. John...
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