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In 2021, Stephen De La Garza donated $35,000 to the Texas Southmost College Foundation to fund full scholarships for students interested in the college\u2019s craft training programs.<\/p>\n

Since then, 12 students received scholarships funded by De La Garza\u2019s donation, and they recently graduated from TSC\u2019s Welding program, including nephew and uncle duo Christopher Solis and Eric Solis, respectively.<\/p>\n

The dozen graduates were honored with a ceremony and luncheon where they received their Fitter Welder and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 certifications.<\/p>\n

\u201cI call this a blessing,\u201d said Christopher. \u201cThis is going to open up a number of opportunities for me and I would not be where I am today without this scholarship and donors like Mr. De La Garza.\u201d<\/p>\n

Eric said having skills that are in demand is a large accomplishment he credits to Mr. De La Garza and TSC.<\/p>\n

\u201cStudents like me have been able to gain the knowledge and skills we need for a field that is in demand right now, especially here in Brownsville, and because of these scholarships, that\u2019s invaluable,\u201d he said. \u201cI\u2019m so humbled and I\u2019m going to work hard, so that I can get to a point, where like Mr. De La Garza, I can donate to help others too.\u201d<\/p>\n

As a token of appreciation, the welding graduating class artistically created and welded a scorpion out of metal parts that was presented to De La Garza during the ceremony.<\/p>\n

De La Garza, a local Brownsville native and entrepreneur, said he has seen firsthand the difference a scholarship can make for a student, and he has always made it his mission to provide what he can so others can find success.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo impact lives in a way that provides opportunity, well, that\u2019s the ultimate reward,\u201d said De La Garza. \u201cAny student who wants a college education, should be able to get an education without money being a barrier. TSC is doing a wonderful job by opening doors and providing a high-quality education. Together, we\u2019re making sure that college is for all.\u201d<\/p>\n

De La Garza has committed to fund additional scholarships building upon TSC\u2019s efforts to make college more affordable for families and explaining that each contribution changes lives and is a crucial resource for TSC.<\/p>\n

TSC President Jesus Roberto Rodriguez said the ceremony was a symbol of what happens when a community comes together to support students and their futures.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is this collaborative spirit of our community to make things work and this celebration has been a year in the making,\u201d he said. \u201cIt was 2021 when Mr. De La Garza made his first contribution and we are now celebrating achievement and success. We are thankful to Mr. De La Garza for his commitment and belief in Texas Southmost College.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information, visit TSC\u2019s Welding and Workforce Training<\/a> programs or call 956-295-3724.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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