(HARLINGEN) – La Feria native Amber Dutton is pursuing her General Academic Core at Texas State Technical College and expected to complete the program by 2018.

What are your plans after graduation?

After completing my basics at TSTC, I hope to transfer to Del Mar College in Corpus Christi to pursue a bachelor’s degree and career in Radiologic Technology. With this degree I will be able to work toward becoming certified to perform ultrasounds, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and CAT Scans.

What’s your dream job?

I have always been fascinated with X-rays, so just being able to work in the field is a dream come true.

What has been your greatest accomplishment while at TSTC?

I would have to say my accomplishment has been passing all of my classes. I’m so proud to have been able to achieve this.

What greatest lesson have you learned about yourself or life?

I have learned that I am capable of doing more things than I thought. I’ve learned to juggle work and school, while keeping up my grades. I can say I have taught myself time management.

Who at TSTC has influenced your success the most?

My TSTC 1101 Instructors Richard Kirk and Anneliese White, had a huge impact on my academic success. They constantly worked with us on improving our homework assignments before they were due, and they were always available to answer questions or discuss concerns. They were always there for us.

What is your advice for future TSTC students?

I want to tell future TSTC students to make sure they stay on task and always look at the big picture. Never give up, because everything you go through is worth it at the end.