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Chancellor’s Excellence Award – Vanessa Vasquez

(HARLINGEN/FORT BEND) – It will be three years in May since Vanessa Vasquez became part of the Texas State Technical College family to share the passion she has for student recruitment.

It is this same passion and dedication she exhibits daily that has earned her the honor of being a 2018 TSTC Chancellor’s Excellence Award recipient.

“I literally cried when I found out,” she said. “I was astonished and never expected anything like this to happen to me.”

The Brownsville native and TSTC executive director of admissions joins 15 other honorees statewide who were given the award by TSTC Chancellor Mike Reeser for their distinguished service and dedication to the college, their communities and the state.Vanessa Vasquez Chancellor's Excellence Award recipient

“Their caring and dedicated efforts embolden us all to make a difference in the success of our teams and the lives of our students,” said Reeser. “These teammates were nominated by their peers, recommended by their provosts and vice chancellors, and chosen as faculty and staff who model excellence in our college every day.”

Vasquez, who is also a first-generation college graduate, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Teaching-Early Childhood Education in 2007 and a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education in 2012, both from the University of Texas at Brownsville, which is now the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

It was at UTB where Vasquez first discovered her passion for higher education as a work-study student in the Admissions and Records department.

“My first job became what I wanted to do for the rest of my life,” said Vasquez. “The experience of working with students from the time they enter our college’s doors to the time they walk across the stage in a cap and gown is invaluable to me. It makes me believe that what I do matters and changes lives.”

After Vasquez’s four-year stint in work-study, she went to work for six years as a transcript evaluator and later as a recruiter at UTB. She then worked as the admissions and records coordinator for Texas Southmost College for another three years before moving to TSTC.

“I was immediately interested in checking out TSTC. I knew it wasn’t an ordinary college, and I wanted to be a part of that,” she said.

Vasquez said it was the hands-on training and one-on-one teaching offered to TSTC students that drew her to the college as the advisement and testing center coordinator.

“TSTC has exceeded all of my expectations,” she added. “They have opened my eyes to the opportunities they provide and have been a game changer for even my family.”

After only one year with TSTC, Vasquez received her promotion as executive director and made the move to TSTC’s Fort Bend County campus, where she now resides. But she didn’t leave by herself.

“A four-year college wasn’t for my youngest brother, and he had given up on the dream of a college degree,” she said. “But when I introduced him to TSTC and invited him to come with me, he agreed and is now a college graduate with a certificate in welding.”

Vasquez added that this, along with the rest of her siblings having become college graduates, is a huge success for a family that lost their father at a young age and grew up in a single-parent home.

Christine Stuart-Carruthers, TSTC’s vice president of student development and senior enrollment services officer, said that the greatest assets Vasquez brings to the team are her passion for helping students and her leadership.

“She is motivated to help students achieve their dream of completing a college education, and her passion is contagious. She is always motivating those around her and lending a helping hand,” said Carruthers. “Vanessa has been instrumental in helping launch the Fort Bend County campus and in molding the culture so that staff are ready to take on whatever comes their way.”

Carruthers added that she is excited for Vasquez’s recognition and that her peers also recognize the hard work she puts into helping students and being a resource for others.

Vasquez said she hopes to continue growing with the college, working hard on her No. 1 goal of helping students succeed and continuing to making those who nominated her proud. She added that she doesn’t want to let them down.

Vasquez and the other TSTC Chancellor’s Award recipients will come together in May for the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development awards dinner and celebration in Austin.

 

Student Success Profile – Luis Ramirez

(HARLINGEN) – Luis Ramirez is a Business Management Technology student at Texas State Technical College. The Harlingen native holds an impressive 3.6 grade-point average and expects to earn his associate degree in Spring 2019.

When the busy 20-year-old is not studying, you can find him working on weekdays as a student ambassador for recruitment and on weekends coordinating parties at a local party/event center.

What are your plans after graduation?Luis Ramirez Student Success Profile

After I graduate from TSTC, I plan on transferring to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to pursue a bachelor’s degree in marketing and then apply for law school at the University of Texas at Austin.

What’s your dream job?

My dream jobs are to become a business and real estate lawyer either in the Valley or in San Marcos, Houston or Austin and eventually become a judge.

What has been your greatest accomplishment while at TSTC?

My greatest accomplishment so far at TSTC has been becoming a student ambassador. Before this, I was very timid and shy and would not want to converse with anyone, but this position has made me more social and less afraid of public speaking. It has made a huge difference in my life.

What greatest lesson have you learned about yourself or life?

The greatest lesson I have learned about life is to never settle. Always reach for your highest potential and never give up on your goals and dreams.

Who at TSTC has had the greatest influence on your success?

The person at TSTC who has had the greatest influence on my success is my girlfriend and best friend, Fatima Fuentes. She is a biology major and has helped me out in more ways than she knows. She helped me not only pass biology with her tutoring, but she also pushes me to do the very best and is always an inspiration.

What is your advice for future TSTC students?

My advice for future TSTC students is to work on campus if given the opportunity. It helps you grow as a person and a student, obtain new skills — not to mention it is also pretty convenient.

TSTC Students Place Third in Statewide Talent Competition

(ROSENBERG) – Texas State Technical College students John Ward and Brandon Felts competed at the college’s annual talent competition finals in Waco on March 21 and placed third statewide. TSTC hosted the talent competition in conjunction with “Texas Music Cafe.”

The students advanced to the finals after being chosen to represent the Fort Bend County campus.

Ward said the experience offered him a chance to see more of TSTC and learn more about the college.

“I had a great experience,” Ward said. “Being with a bunch of other students from different locations in Texas definitely allowed me to get a sense of what the overall TSTC community was like. I liked seeing all these young adults and adults wanting to better themselves and also tap into their hobbies, things that they don’t necessarily assume they’ll be involved in at a technical college. It’s great because it goes to show that TSTC can appreciate more than just technical minds.”

With Ward on guitar and vocals, and Felts on drums, this year was the first time students from the Fort Bend County campus competed. Ward hopes they can inspire others to join in the future.

“Brandon and I were the only ones (from TSTC in Fort Bend County),” he said. “Hopefully what we’ve done this year can inspire and kind of get people to bring in the things they love, as opposed to just going to school and following the routine. I just want to inspire those to not be afraid, because what these types of opportunities do is allow you to network.”

Felts agreed.

“I wish a lot of people could step up because I know there’s a lot of talent out there, but people are kind of shy and timid,” he said. “I felt that John and I could kind of be the first to excite people, and maybe it might start a change in the future.”

The duo, both HVAC Technology students, only began playing together a few days before the first competition. In the four days before the mid-February competition held in Harlingen, they wrote the song they performed. They had just the weekend before the final competition to complete their second song.

“For the finals, we got such a late notice — we only had three days to practice,” Felts said. “We wrote the song on Friday, practiced it Saturday and Sunday, went through it again Monday, and the show was on Tuesday. It was quite a challenge because not only did we have that, but we also kept up with school. It helped us succeed and achieve. It just proved to us how good of musicians we are on such a short notice.”

Ward draws influence from funk, soul and R&B artists and cited Jack Johnson and Allen Stone as some of the artists who inspired him to learn guitar.

“There’s something about the interpretation of soul music,” he said. “You listen to the greats who did funk, and you hear the pain or the joy in their voice when they sing. There’s so much more than just a simple vibrato — there’s raspiness, there’s pain, joy, love, hate. All of that ties into what soul and funk can do, and that’s my preferred genre.”

Meanwhile, Felts appreciates rock music. He enjoys artists such as Chevelle, Breaking Benjamin and Avenged Sevenfold. He named Avenged Sevenfold’s late drummer Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan as one musician who has made a big impact on his life.

“Back in the day when I had bands, I wanted to be just like him,” he said. “I wrote everything. I wrote guitar parts, I wrote drum parts, I wrote lyrics. Not many people know that drummers can do stuff like that, and that’s what Jimmy did. He inspired me to do it all. He sang, he drummed, and he wrote most of the music. He’s my biggest influence.”

The third-place winners took home a microphone, a DJ set and headphones. But to Ward, it wasn’t about the prizes.

“I’m for the experience and the people that I’m able to make connections with,” Ward said. “I just enjoy being around people who do what they love.”

Felts said he was happy to have built a friendship with Ward over the experience.

“Playing with someone, you have to have a certain type of energy, and you just have to feel it with each other. And that’s how we felt — even in just that short time,” he said. “We are planning on starting up music and hopefully writing something. We just want to play and enjoy and have fun.”

“Texas Music Cafe” is an hourlong, magazine-style PBS program that is recorded all over the state of Texas in front of live audiences and broadcast nationally on radio, TV and the internet.

Airshow, Military Present Need for Students to Pursue Technical Fields

(WACO) – Walking around and observing the jets, planes and military personnel at Texas State Technical College in Waco’s airport during the recent Heart of Texas Airshow was technical education in action.

“When you see the high visibility end of the military, such as the U.S. Navy Blue Angels performing in their F-18 jets, you have to recognize that there are a whole bunch of support technologies that work behind the scenes to make that happen,” said V. Carson Pearce, TSTC’s statewide Transportation Division director.

Besides flying airplanes and sailing in the world’s oceans, the Navy and other military branches use members for jobs in cyber security, aviation maintenance, electronics, hydraulics, avionics, architecture and other technical fields. These coincide with some of the programs TSTC offers to students with military and nonmilitary experience.

“The Air Force is huge in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics),” said Capt. Cody Wilton, a member of the U.S. Air Force’s Air Combat Command A-10 Thunderbolt II Demonstration Flight Team who grew up in Mineral Wells. “We are looking for those career fields. I hope the airshow can motivate students to look into the Air Force. We can show what we have to offer.”

Bryson Padgett, 20, of Mason and an Aircraft Powerplant Technology and Aircraft Airframe Technology major at TSTC, became interested in aviation because his grandfather was a U.S. Air Force pilot. Padgett hopes more people would become interested in aviation after attending last weekend’s airshow and attending Navy Week events throughout Waco.

“I think it can get people excited and see what aviation has come to,” Padgett said.

Hunter Wollaston, an E6 in maintenance control for the Blue Angels who grew up in Georgetown, said working in aviation maintenance in the military is the pinnacle of aviation.

“If you watch us work, it is some of the most impressive maintenance work you will ever see,” he said.

Wollaston graduated in 2010 from Georgetown High School and joined the Navy at 17. He said his favorite part about airshows is seeing the youth become excited when seeing Blue Angels and other Navy personnel in their uniforms.

Jordan Perschke, 22, of Katy is an Aircraft Powerplant Technology and Aircraft Airframe Technology major at TSTC. He said he enjoyed seeing people visit the campus for the air show and planned to talk to pilots about their planes and learn how they function. His career goal is to work for American Flyers or American Airlines.

The airshow coincided with Navy Week in Waco, a celebration of the Navy’s work throughout the world as exemplified by visiting military musicians, sailors, pilots and others talking to schoolchildren, city and county leaders, residents and veterans.

“I think that it’s very important to have some technical training, you know whether it’s from a technical college like this or like I got from the Air Force,” said SSgt. (E5) Teryance Horrace, a Groveton, Texas, native working in aircraft maintenance for the A-10 Thunderbolt II Demonstration Flight Team. “It’s very beneficial to your career.”

For more information on TSTC, go to tstc.edu.

 

 

TSTC Welcomes New Recruiter

(HUTTO) – Texas State Technical College in Williamson County welcomed a new recruiter last month. Jessica Spencer joined the team mid-March.

Spencer grew up in Hutto and graduated from Hutto High School. After graduating she went straight to work.

“Before here I worked in an office — I love communicating with people,” she said. “Before that I was working with kids, and I loved to change people’s lives. That’s the main thing I enjoy — making an impact on someone’s life. Even if it isn’t the biggest impact, any kind is amazing.”

Before she began at TSTC, Spencer helped her boyfriend, David, enroll in the college’s welding program. She appreciates TSTC’s hands-on teaching.

“In high school I wasn’t the best student at staring at a book all day, so I love that aspect,” she said. “I love the opportunity that it’s given David to follow his dream, and I’m ready for TSTC to help me follow mine.”

She is excited to help influence students to reach their potential.

“I just did my first tour by myself, and it was pretty awesome,” she said. “Talking to people and changing people’s lives — it’s pretty cool.”

Melissa Zamora, TSTC’s coordinator of Student Recruitment, said she is excited that Jessica has joined the team and is happy that she brings a wealth of local knowledge with her.

“She is a Hutto native, has gone through the local educational system and graduated from Hutto High School,” Zamora said. “Residing now in Taylor, Jessica brings knowledge of the Hutto (school) system, as well as an insight into the Taylor district, that can help bridge the communities in order to help get the word out on our Williamson County location.”

TSTC Provost Edgar Padilla said campus growth has brought a need to expand the team.

“Our recruitment capacity is growing by leaps and bounds in Williamson County,” he said. “We’ve seen an increased level of metric-driven strategy and enthusiasm for our mission. We welcome Jessica to our team and know she’ll play a critical role in the success of our campus. Great things are happening in Hutto.”

TSTC prides itself on being “a great place to work” and is currently hiring for positions at its 10 campuses statewide. For information on open positions at TSTC, visit tstc.edu/about/employment.

Chancellor’s Excellence Award – Robert Hernandez

(HARLINGEN) – For nearly two decades, Chemical Technology Lead Instructor Robert Hernandez has put his students first, introducing them to the world of chemistry and an industry that is growing. It is this commitment that has earned him a 2018 Chancellor’s Excellence Award.

“I am honored to be included in this elite group,” said Hernandez. “This was unexpected, but it’s so great knowing that my work is acknowledged and appreciated. Thank you for the nominations.”

The Chancellor’s Excellence Award is given by TSTC’s Chancellor Mike Reeser to select faculty and staff for their distinguished service and dedication to the college, communities and their state.

Chancellor's Award Recipient Robert Hernandez

“These teammates were nominated by their peers, recommended by their Provosts and Vice Chancellor’s and chosen as faculty and staff who model excellence in our college every day,” said Reeser. “Their caring and dedicated efforts embolden us all to make a difference in the success of our teams and the lives of our students.”

 

The Houston native first stepped foot in TSTC in 2000 with extensive experience as a chemist.

He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Texas at Austin in 1992 and worked nearly a decade as an analytical chemist for the Texas Department of State Health Services analyzing environmental samples of drinking and surface water and soils.

“I came from a modest home, didn’t have a lot of money, yet I was introduced to many opportunities,” said Hernandez. “I want to do the same for my students and incoming students. I want to introduce them to the possibilities that are out there.”

Hernandez was first introduced to the field of chemistry during high school while attending a magnet school that specialized on the subject and he wants to provide that same inspiration through TSTC’s Chemical Technology program, the only program of its kind in the Rio Grande Valley.

“I never imagined myself as a teacher, but now almost 20 years later I can’t think of doing anything else,” he said. “This is the most rewarding job. It was the perfect fit for me back then and I can see myself doing this for many more years to come.”

He said his favorite part of the job is helping students who were once told they would never succeed because they were poor or did not have the perfect grades, but have the motivation and work ethic to better their lives.

“I have seen so many students who match this description come through our program or TSTC in general and make it,” he said. “I love seeing them succeed and grow. That’s what it’s all about and I’m proud to be a part of that.”

David Campos, division director for Architectural, Science and Engineering at TSTC and Hernandez’s supervisor said this award was long overdue for Hernandez.

“Robert is a very talented man in his field. He cares a lot about his students and is always willing to go above and beyond for them,” said Campos. “He’s a great leader and tremendous asset to our team and it’s about time he received this recognition.”

Hernandez said he hopes to continue making a difference and changing people’s lives alongside his team and administration.

“I’m so grateful for the team I get to work with every day and for an administration that fully supports our efforts and work,” he said. “We all have a common goal and that is to change lives and provide careers and that’s why our students are so successful.”

Hernandez will be attending the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Awards dinner and celebration in Austin next month and will join the other 16 Chancellor’s Excellence Award recipients from across TSTC’s 10 campuses to be recognized and receive their award.

TSTC hosts biggest job fair to date

(HARLINGEN) – With the skills gap growing in Texas for technically trained employees, industries are turning to Texas State Technical College to fill in-demand jobs, making this year’s Industry Job Fair one of the largest for the college.

More than 70 employers representing an array of industries including aviation, computer and information technology, engineering and manufacturing, health science, transportation, construction and maintenance and business office technology were on hand to discuss job opportunities, accept resumés and conduct on-site interviews.TSTC Industry Job Fair Spring 2018

“We’re are so excited to be hosting our largest job fair yet,” said Director of Talent Management and Career Services Viviana Espinosa. “Industry representatives here today are looking to fill positions with skilled employees and many look at our students first because of the training they receive in the classroom. They’re ready to work.”

With more than 500 TSTC students and alumni in attendance, Dane Hayton, human resources manager for Tenaris, the world’s leader and manufacturer in tubular products, received job applications from nearly everyone who stopped at their booth.

“The oil and gas industry is turning around and we need to fill positions across the state,” said Hayton. “We’re growing and we have had great experience with the graduates we hire from TSTC, so we keep a close relationship with the college.”

Hayton hires TSTC students and graduates to fill various positions in areas such as welding, information systems, mechatronics and power electric and controls.

Two of Tenaris’ most recent hires, Aaron Guajardo and Nicholas Rosales, who graduated from TSTC’s Mechatronics Technology and Industrial Systems Technology, respectively, were also recruiting.

Hayton said they enjoy attending the job fairs and returning to the college throughout the year to recruit and interview applicants. He also added he is beginning to work closely and build a relationship with TSTC’s Fort Bend County campus to begin recruiting graduates there.

Students and alumni who applied to Tenaris should be receiving notification next week. But, for many students like Miguel Zamarripa, industry demand is working in their favor.

Zamarripa, who graduated last semester with an associate degree in Precision Machining Technology and is currently adding to his skill set by taking introduction to drafting and engineering graphics courses, was hired at the job fair by LaRue Tactics as a computer numerical control (CNC) machinist.

LaRue Tactical is known worldwide for manufacturing rifle systems and targets.

“I didn’t expect to receive an interview or job offer today,” said Zamarripa. “I had applied a couple of weeks back, but this came as a surprise. I’m excited, it’s going to be a new adventure.”

Within the next month, Zamarripa will move to Austin to enter the industry, in a job, he has been hoping for since beginning college.

“As students we are lucky that TSTC gives us the opportunity to network and speak face-to-face with industry recruiters and professionals,” said Zamarripa. “It makes it easier for us to find jobs and success.”

Espinosa said she is looking forward to building relationships with new industry partners and growing those already in place. She also hopes to see future Industry Job Fairs continue to grow so that TSTC students and alumni can continue to be introduced to new job opportunities.

“It’s exciting to see our students leaving with jobs or job leads, that makes for a successful event,” she said. “It’s all about helping our students connect and network with industry recruiters.”

For more information on the services offered by TSTC’s Talent Management and Career Services for students, alumni and industry, call 956-364-4940.

For more information on the programs offered at TSTC, visit tstc.edu.

 

Student Success Profile – Mariela Aguirre

(HARLINGEN) – Mariela AguirreTexas State Technical College student Mariela Aguirre is expecting to earn her associate degree in Education and Training and Mathematics by Summer 2019.

While the Mexico City native maintains a perfect 4.0 grade-point average, the 26-year-old also participates as an active member of the TSTC Association for Future Educators, SkillsUSA, TSTC’s Leadership Academy and is the incoming Student Government Association (SGA) Secretary.

What are your plans after graduation?

After I graduate I will transfer to Texas A&M-Kingsville to pursue a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Education. I will also hopefully work as a substitute teacher to begin gaining classroom experience and to pay for college.

What’s your dream job?

My dream job is to become not only a math teacher, but to open a Ron Clark Academy, a non-profit, model school with the vision to transform classrooms around the world by demonstrating transformative methods and techniques.

I am also interested in someday teaching math or English as a Second Language overseas in Spain or the Middle East.

What has been your greatest accomplishment while at TSTC?

My greatest accomplishments while at TSTC have been getting inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, advancing to SkillsUSA state competitions and becoming secretary of the SGA. All of these experiences have taken me out of my comfort zone and I have grown as person because of it.

What greatest lesson have you learned about yourself or life?

I have learned that with great perseverance I can overcome any challenge in life. It’s determination and perseverance that will help me accomplish my goals and dreams.

Who at TSTC has had the most influence on your success?

My instructors Myriam Aguila, Tony Desjardins, Mary Hollmann and actually everyone in that department have influenced my success. They are great leaders who have led me down a positive path and have motivated me to become a great educator.

What is your advice for future TSTC students?

My advice for future TSTC students is to stay positive, find your perseverance and use it and challenge yourself. Get out of your comfort zone because that is where success lives and take the time to explore new skills and adventures. . Remember, we can all learn from each other.

 

TWC awards TSTC Harvey Relief Grant for training

The Texas Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast Board recently awarded Texas State Technical College with a Harvey Relief Grant to assist with the training and certification of men and women in the construction field who are working to rebuild the area after Hurricane Harvey’s devastation.

The grant awarded gives TSTC’s Workforce Training and Continuing Education Office more than $82,000 to develop and offer its first National Center for Construction Education and Research Basic Construction course at TSTC’s Fort Bend County campus.

“This grants provides us with the infrastructure we need to provide the basic training

TSTC NCCER Training Course

all employers require of their employees,” said Victor Blalack, TSTC’s Continuing Education statewide project manager. “This allows us to work upon our mission of providing the Texas workforce with quality trained individuals.”

The grant provides the funds TSTC needs to train and certify course instructors, certify the lab that will be used and purchase all tools and equipment needed for the class.

The NCCER Core course is open to anyone interested in successfully completing the 73-hour training, whether its employers providing the training for their employees or employees looking to get ahead in the field.

Those who enroll in the course can expect to learn the foundation of construction safety, tool safety and field communication and will become certified by NCCEER.

NCCER credentials are recognized internationally so can be used to work in the United States and abroad.

”Safety is a number one priority everywhere and for everyone,” said Blalack. “So obtaining a certification like this shows employers that a candidate has a high level of skill when it comes to construction safety.”

Blalack also added, “Having a NCCER certification makes a job candidate more marketable and is highly sought. Employers, especially large-scale construction companies require NCCER certifications, so this course is an advantage to many.”

The NCCER course is expected to begin late April or early May and will offered as day and evening courses depending on demand.

Tuition for the class is $1,118 and there are additional grants through the Texas Workforce Solutions for qualifying candidates. Employers also have the option of sponsoring their employees.

The need for NCCER certifications has increased due to the construction the area is undergoing to rebuild the towns and cities hardest hit along the Gulf Coast by Hurricane Harvey.

Blalack said he is glad that TSTC can help the community on this level and hopes that this initial course is a stepping stone for TSTC because his goal is that program will open doors for other NCCER certification courses at the Fort Bend County campus.

For more information or to register call TSTC’s Workforce Training and Continuing Education Office at 956-364-4179.

TSTC Logistics Program Sees 100 Percent Placement

(RED OAK) – Since its inception in 2015, the Logistics program at Texas State Technical College in North Texas has graduated 10 students, all of whom are employed in their field.

Logistics instructor William Scott said he thinks the 100 percent placement rate is due to a couple of things.

“First of all, this is a very dynamic, large marketplace for logistics people,” Scott said. “The second thing is we’ve tailored the program to the specific requirements that the employers have asked for.”

Graduates of the program are working for companies such as Walmart, DB Schenker and others. Scott said the areas in which they work vary.

“It ranges across the board,” he said. “We have a couple of people involved with inventory control. We have somebody in shipping and receiving. We have somebody that is a supervisor for a distribution center.”

The program currently has 11 students in various stages of the curriculum.

“One will graduate this spring,” Scott said. “That student already has a job and is working at it. We have another student graduating in the summer, and they’re doing interviews right now.”

Ashley Roper, a 2016 graduate of the program, works as a shipment coordinator at DB Schenker. She manages shipments and handles customer issues.

“I assign trucks and make sure that the correct trailers get assigned to the correct shipment so the correct customers get them,” Roper said. “We have shipments that go to Canada, and we have to make temperature monitors which capture the temperatures to make sure that it’s at the correct temperature, so when it gets there, the product isn’t damaged. We have stuff that goes overseas, and we have processes … to make sure it gets across the border.”

TSTC’s Logistics program teaches students the ins and outs of the industry. The process begins with raw materials, which get made into inventory and then are transported to warehouses for distribution. Students can complete an associate degree in the program in four semesters.

Roper said she learned a lot in the program and it has helped her in her current position.

“Everything they talked about when I got here I already knew, but it’s really cool to be able to actually see it in real life,” she said.

TSTC began registering students for the summer and fall semesters on April 2. For more information on the college, visit tstc.edu.