Education
Co-worker leads Mitchell to TSTC’s Electrical Power and Controls program
By Ben Barkley/TSTC Caleb Mitchell was exploring possible programs of study at Texas State Technical College when a co-worker provided some guidance. Mitchell said a fellow AEP Texas employee told him about the college’s Electrical Power and Controls program and how it could help Mitchell further his career. “My meter electrician (at AEP Texas) has…
Read MoreACU graduate student awarded AAMFT fellowship
Abilene Christian University recently announced the acceptance of Marriage and Family Therapy graduate student Lyssa Chandler into the Minority Fellowship Program organized by the Foundation for the Advancement of Human Systems and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, a professional association for those serving in the therapy field. The AAMFT and FAHS represent…
Read MoreTSTC Wind Energy Technology student takes advantage of second chance
By Ben Barkley/TSTC Omar Chavez wants to leave his past behind while he moves forward with his second chance in life. Chavez, who is originally from Mineral Wells, is starting the next chapter of his life by studying for an Associate of Applied Science degree in Wind Energy Technology at Texas State Technical College…
Read MoreAISD discusses policy changes, other news
By Bree Linder/West Texas Tribune The Abilene Independent School District (AISD) Board of Trustees met on Nov. 4, 2024, to address upcoming policy changes, financial updates, and celebrate student and staff achievements. Workshop Highlights Discussions centered on a proposed shift from a 6-week to a 9-week grading period. This adjustment, presented by district leaders, aims…
Read MoreAISD, DCOA partner for project to prepare students to join workforce
Imagine a day next fall when a local high school Culinary Arts student can walk to a new greenhouse built by their classmates and pick fresh tomatoes or other vegetables. That student will then use the fresh produce to prepare a meal for class, The Sky Café, or a catered dinner. Jay Ashby, director of…
Read MoreAISD gathers input from parents with Pathways to Possibilities meetings
By Sienna Miller On Tuesday, Nov. 19, Abilene Independent School District held its third of four meetings as a part of its Pathways to Possibilities initiative, as part of the district’s long-range planning process to determine the future needs of students and schools. The meeting at Madison Middle School campus, where Joshua Newton is the…
Read MoreACU partners with Women Veterans Alliance to provide tuition discounts for members seeking higher education
Abilene Christian University recently announced a partnership with the Women Veterans Alliance to offer a tuition discount for affiliated members seeking to obtain an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or certificate through ACU Online. Supporting their mission to connect millions of women veterans to a community that equips, empowers, and encourages their valiant efforts and service, ACU…
Read MoreStudents take different journeys to TSTC’s aviation maintenance programs
The runway to a career in aviation maintenance varied for three Texas State Technical College students. Simon Guijosa, Robert Larson and Jacob Mares are fourth-semester Associate of Applied Science degree students in TSTC’s Aircraft Airframe Technology and Aircraft Powerplant Technology programs. They have formed a bond with their classmates in the TSTC hangar in…
Read MoreMcMurry University professor honored for contributions to Computer Science
Murry University recently announced that Dr. Aravind Mohan, assistant professor of computer science at McMurry, has been awarded the faculty title of adjunct assistant professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. The recognition highlights Mohan’s contributions to the field as well as his collaboration with UMBC’s Dr. Jianwu Wang’s research lab. Mohan’s research focuses…
Read MoreEzagui finds community at Dyess Elementary School
Vanessa Ezagui is in her fifth year at Dyess Elementary School and her third year as the campus Student Nutrition Manager. But many students don’t know her as Mrs. Vanessa or Mrs. Ezagui. Instead, many call her “Auntie Nessa,” and they won’t leave the line for breakfast or lunch without getting a hug and a…
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