[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]When a Texas Southmost College alumni caught word of a Brownsville elderly family in need of assistance, he wasted no time jumping into action. <\/p>\n
The home of 86-year-old Roberto Amaya became unlivable following a rainstorm that knocked out power to the home. Carlos Rodriguez, who has completed degrees in multiple CTE (Career and Technical Education) programs, called some of his former instructors to see if they would be able to lend a hand and some eager students. <\/p>\n
First Construction Management students were on the scene on Loma Alta Street multiple times this month under the guidance of instructor Daniel Zuniga hammered and drilled and replaced a rotting wall. <\/p>\n
Then, instructor Jorge Garcia\u2019s Commercial and Residential Electrician students came in to replace the out-of-service electrical box on Sept. 19. <\/p>\n
\u201cI feel happy to be helping people from the community,\u201d Juan Zavala, first-year electrical student said. \u201cIt\u2019s hot out here but at the end of the day it\u2019s worth helping and we\u2019re learning as we do this.\u201d <\/p>\n
Zavala\u2019s classmates replaced wiring under the supervision of their instructors, ran new cables and put it a lot of work to get the house ready for an inspection from the City of Brownsville who has the authority to turn the lights back on if the house is up to code. <\/p>\n
Construction management student and Los Fresnos High School graduate Alexia Velazquez was also excited to be working alongside classmates for a great cause. <\/p>\n
\u201cI love that we get the experience to do this,\u201d she said. \u201cI know if I ever needed something done at my house my peers would help me. The work gets easier as you gain experience. And even if the work gets challenging it’s fun to utilize the skills we learn.\u201d <\/p>\n
Zuniga said that instilling a culture of service is something he tries to do with every class he teaches. <\/p>\n
\u201cOur students always want and need more hands-on experience,\u201d Zuniga said. \u201cI talk to every class about how their trade can be used to help whomever they\u2019d like. Some people aren\u2019t as fortunate, and these students will be able to earn money in their careers but also help others where they can.\u201d <\/p>\n
He went on to say there is a contagious element to having altruistic students in class. <\/p>\n
\u201cI always have a good group of students. Right now, we have two veterans who spend a lot of time volunteering and donating their money and time to help. That catches on with everyone. They are a little bit older than most students.\u201d <\/p>\n
\u201cIt means a lot to us,\u201d Selene Amaya, daughter of the home\u2019s owner said. \u201cThis is a huge blessing for all of my family. This happened all of a sudden and just like that people were coming to help us. It\u2019s just a huge miracle and a blessing.\u201d <\/p>\n
For more information about Construction Technology, you can contact Daniel Zuniga at 956.295.3543
\nor via e-mail at daniel.zuniga@tsc.edu <\/p>\n
For more information about Commercial and Residential Electrician, you can contact administrative assistant Nancy M. Cortez at 956.295.3745 or via e-mail at nancy.cortez@tsc.edu [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”1236,1237″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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