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This week was a surreal moment for Texas Southmost College student Luciano Silva as he wrapped up final exams and prepared to become the first in his family to get a college degree.<\/p>\n

The 20-year-old earned an associate degree in Emergency Medical Services on Saturday, May 15 during TSC\u2019s Virtual Commencement Ceremony premiering on TSC\u2019s website and social media channels.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is an emotional time. A lot of big feelings,\u201d he said. \u201cThis is a big step for me and for my family. I never thought I\u2019d be here.\u201d<\/p>\n

The first-generation college graduate said in high school, college wasn\u2019t even an option.<\/p>\n

\u201cI always thought I would work, but never have a career,\u201d said the Brownsville native. \u201cBut with each visit TSC did at our high school, it became clear to me that if I wanted to get anywhere in life, I needed a college education.\u201d<\/p>\n

With a heart for serving others, Silva decided on entering the health care field as an emergency medical services student.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy passion for helping others is what inspired me to become an emergency medical technician,\u201d he said. \u201cIt is the best decision I could have ever made for my life. I love it and I can\u2019t imagine doing anything else.\u201d<\/p>\n

Silva is already working in the field as an emergency medical technician with Med-Care EMS in McAllen and Hidalgo County EMS in Edinburg, and said he looks forward to work every day, because every day is different.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is something to look forward to all of the time,\u201d he said. \u201cI get to help and be a bright spot in someone\u2019s difficult day. And when I get to save a life, that is so rewarding.\u201d<\/p>\n

Upon passing his National Registry licensing exam next month, Silva will be promoted to a paramedic, which also comes with a significant pay raise.<\/p>\n

Eventually, Silva plans on returning to his hometown to serve as a paramedic\/firefighter with the Brownsville Fire Department.<\/p>\n

\u201cComing into the program I had no confidence. I didn\u2019t believe that I could make it through the program, much less work in the field,\u201d he said. \u201cAs time went on and I practiced each skill, it became clear that I was meant for this profession, and now I have no doubt that I can handle anything that comes my way.\u201d<\/p>\n

Silva, who worked full-time through most of his college journey, credits his instructors and TSC\u2019s financial assistance during COVID for allowing him to finish strong.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere wasn\u2019t a question they (EMS instructors) wouldn\u2019t answer,\u201d he said. \u201cThe training they provided exposed us to real-world scenarios, preparing us and ensuring nothing would be a surprise. I\u2019m truly grateful for their guidance and dedication to their students\u2019 success. They gave us everything we needed to be fully prepared.\u201d<\/p>\n

Silva said he hopes his success will serve as motivation for his younger siblings.<\/p>\n

\u201cTSC gave me what I needed to accomplish this big goal and allowed me to set a good example for the people who look up to me. I want them (siblings) to have the same opportunities, if not better, and to know that anything is possible,\u201d he said. \u201cOur lives have been changed forever because of TSC and I thank God every day.\u201d<\/p>\n

More than 560 TSC students, like Silva, realized their dream of becoming a college graduate this semester.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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