SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 46

WHEREAS, South Texas College is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023; and

WHEREAS, Founded as South Texas Community College in September 1993, STC has grown to include six campuses and two higher education centers located in Hidalgo County and Starr County; today, the institution benefits from the able leadership of its president, Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, and it serves nearly 50,000 credit and non-credit students from across the Rio Grande Valley; and

WHEREAS, STC currently offers more than 127 degree programs and certifications, including five baccalaureate degrees; in addition, the institution provides dual credit courses for high school students, and it has established a number of professional and industry training initiatives; STC has placed a special emphasis on preparing students for careers in health care, and it is the first college in the nation approved to implement a registered nurse apprenticeship program, which enables students to work in nursing at local hospitals while completing their studies; and

WHEREAS, For three decades, South Texas College has provided students with a quality education and a strong foundation for achievement, and in so doing, it is making an important contribution to the future of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commemorate the 30th anniversary of South Texas College and extend to all those associated with the institution sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for South Texas College as an expression of high regard by the Texas Senate.

Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on November 30, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate