Laredo Workforce Development Blog Post

Our collaboration underscores the word “community” in community college because our work benefits everyone. Students need marketable skillsBusinesses need educated workersThe community needs a thriving economy Minita Ramirez, Ph.D. – President, Laredo College Daniela Robles – Laredo College Alumnus Christina Cepeda – Laredo College Certificate Recipient Dr. Victor Trevino – Mayor of Laredo, Texas THE […]

Christina Cepeda Blog Post

Laredo College changed my life. In just three months, I was able to earn a certificate in medical technology that launched me into my dream career Christina Cepeda – Single Mother of Two MY DREAM JOB   Today was one of those days that reminds me why I do what I do. A nervous mom came […]

Daniela Robles Blog Post

I didn’t think I was cut out for a degree. But my instructors noticed how passionate I am about the law.They convinced me to go further Daniela Robles – Mother of a Special Needs Child HARD TIMES Laredo, Texas, was devastated by the pandemic. We had one of the worst outbreaks in the country.  I […]

Kelly Parsley Blog Post

I kind of accepted the fact that I was barefoot and pregnant, but at the same time, I didn’t. I guess part of me accepted my circumstances because nobody ever told me my life could be different Kelly Parsley – Native American Single Mother of Five A DIFFERENT SORT OF CHILDHOOD I didn’t have much […]

James Elliott Blog Post

After my release from prison, the only work I could find was minimum wage. I decided to re-enroll at Delaware Technical Community College. Luckily, they gave me a second chance James Elliott – Felon, Scholar & Advocate A LIFE-CHANGING EVENT The police pinned me down in my front yard. As an officer placed handcuffs on […]