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Opportunities in engineering and advanced manufacturing are looking up with new companies and industries in the Rio Grande Valley. (Courtesy)

Astronaut Touts Opportunities In RGV

The dean of South Texas College’s math and science programs sees a Rio Grande Valley emerging as a technology-driven region where education and workforce development must work together.  “We have no other choice than educating our students about what is happening in our region,” said Ali Esmaeili, the STC dean, in a college media office report. “The growth in STEM is going to transform our region, but we haven’t scratched…

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UTRGV and South Texas ISD Expand Early College Pathways

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and South Texas ISD announced on Tuesday an enhanced partnership to explore the development of a new…

Four Local School Systems Awarded $1.9 Million Combined

Mercedes ISD, Progreso ISD, Santa Rosa ISD and Vanguard Academy recently received a combined $1,940,000 in state funding through the Texas Education Agency’s Community…

TWC Announces Adult Diploma Workforce Program

The Texas Workforce Commission is now accepting applications for its…

Event Inspires Girls To Dream Big

Educators and community leaders across the country are working to…

RGV Culinary Leader Joins STC Foundation Board

A longtime advocate of higher education and supporter of the South…