The entire Laredo College family celebrated National Police Week by thanking our officers at both our Ft. McIntosh and South campuses for all the work they do to keep us safe at all times.
Dr. Ricardo J. Solis was one of the guests of honor in Nuevo León, where he was recognized for his accomplishments, commitment and continuous global initiatives toward higher education. Dr. Solis met with the president and members of the MORENA Party in his visit to Nuevo León and other state representatives. Individuals who also received this prestigious award and pictured above with Dr. Solis are Uni-Trade Group CEO Lic. Eduardo Garza Robles, Guadalupe, Nuevo León Mayor Lic. María Cristina Díaz Salazar, U.S. Representative for Texas Henry Cuellar and Taco Palenque and Pollo Palenque CEO Francisco Ochoa.
The 72nd Laredo College Annual Commencement Ceremony saw a record-breaking number of graduates obtain a degree or certification. President Solis addressed the graduating class to encourage them to pursue their dreams and look into their bright future.
Dr. Solis attended the Annual Sheriff's Luncheon, where the efforts of the Webb County Sheriff's Department were recognized.
President Solis attended the award ceremony for Maribel J. Mitsui who received the Chamber of Commerce School Bell Award for 2019.
The Leadership Women 2019 Class was welcomed at the historic Laredo College Ft. McIntosh Campus for presentations by inspirational and successful female thought leaders. Dr. Solis was thrilled to host the ladies and engage in meaningful discussions about the significant contribution of women in different aspects of our society.
Laredo College President Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, South Texas College President Dr. Shirley Reed, Dr. Virginia Champion, Dr. Rodney H. Rodriguez, Dr. Carlos Margo and Eli Nguna at the South Texas College 14th Annual Summit on College and Career Readiness.
LC hosts farewell reception for Consul Carolina Zaragoza Flores
Laredo College hosted a bittersweet farewell ceremony for our long-time partner and dear friend, Consul Carolina Zaragoza Flores. Her dedication and passion for our students marked her tenure at the Consulado General de México in Laredo.
President Solis and LC Board of Trustees UT officials
LC trustees and President Solis attended the Regional Campus Advisory Council in Laredo, where they discussed important topics with President of UT Health San Antonio, William Henrich, and Executive Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs at the University of Texas System, Amy Shaw Thomas.
Leadership Women COO visits Laredo College
Dr. Solis and Carolyn Schmies, Dean of Laredo College's South Campus, had a fruitful conversation with Heidi K. Murray, Chief Operating Officer of Leadership Women. Ms. Murray also serves as the program director for Leadership Texas and Leadership International and will be at Laredo College on May 5th for the Men & Women's Student Leadership Summit.
LC President attends prestigious conference
D President Solis attended the Inaugural Presidents' Conference, "From Survive to Thrive: Envisioning Success for Colleges and Universities in Times of Radical Change," at Baylor University. He is pictured here with Dr. Box, Chancellor of the Kentucky College System and Dr. Woo, President of Sweet Briar College.
President Solis meets with Border Patrol Chief
President Solis met with Laredo Sector Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent Felix Chavez, Laredo Sector Law Enforcement Operations Division Chief Michael Lata, Laredo Sector Law Enforcement Operations Division Chief Greg Burrell and Supervisory Border Patrol Agent Jason Quesada this afternoon for a meet and greet. They discussed the possibility of future partnerships and Laredo College's expansion of both programs and certifications as well as new, state-of-the-art facilities.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Laredo
Nancy Pelosi, the highest ranking female elected official in the nation, visited Laredo during the WBCA festivities. She met with President Solis and acknowledged all the great projects and initiatives taking place at our institution.
Laredo College ASO President is honored with Mr. South Texas Scholarship
Dr. Solis was thrilled to attend the ceremony where Vanesa Puente, Laredo College Associated Student Organization President, was honored with the Mr. South Texas Scholarship. She was selected to receive this prestigious recognition due to her outstanding academic record, leadership skills and community involvement.
Princess Pocahontas Pageant and Ball are held at Laredo College
Laredo College set a precedent by hosting the traditional Princess Pocahontas Pageant at the Lilia and Guadalupe Martinez Fine Arts Center Theater and the Princess Pocahontas Ball at the Kazen Student Center, both to a sold out crowd.
Laredo College receives donation from the Women’s City Club
For the fourth consecutive year, 23 Laredo College students in Allied Health fields were granted a $6,000 donation from the Women's City Club of Laredo that will be geared toward scholarships. The ceremony was held on Feb. 13, at the Private David B. Barkeley Cantu Veterans Memorial Chapel. In attendance for the announcement were Laredo College trustees, LC President Ricardo J. Solis, Women's City Club members, Allied Health faculty & administrators, Executive Director for Strategic and External Initiatives Rodney H. Rodriguez and Allied Health students. The monetary contribution will assist students with tuition, books and other academic expenses for the 2019 spring semester.
F Laredo College has signed a partnership agreement with the South Texas Advancement Resource (STAR) to provide monetary assistance to students facing life-impacting experiences that can hinder their ability to complete their programs of study. Beginning this year, STAR will provide funding to LC students enrolled in diesel technology, electrical technology and welding programs.
C-SPAN Bus visits Laredo College
Laredo College students, faculty and administrators were able to tour the C-SPAN Bus as it made a stop at Laredo College as part of its "Southern Swing Tour."
Laredo College is nationally ranked as a top Hispanic-serving institution
President Solis and Laredo College trustees celebrate yet another LC accomplishment. We are honored to be featured in the Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine as the #13 community college with the greatest number of Hispanics receiving degrees and certificates and the #25 community college with the greatest total enrollment of Hispanics.
Dr. Solis met with higher education leaders from Nevada and Tamaulipas
Laredo College hosted a binational meeting to explore the possibility of mutually beneficial partnerships between LC, the Nevada System of Higher Education and the Secretary of Education for the State of Tamaulipas. President Solis was joined by multiple university presidents and their Mexican counterparts. The parties signed a letter of intent to solidify their partnership.
Texas Rep. Richard Peña Raymond's new district office is now located at Laredo College
LC has partnered up with Texas Rep. Richard Peña Raymond to bring him in as our newest tenant at the Pvt. David B. Barkeley Cantu Veterans Memorial Chapel at the Ft. McIntosh Campus. Dr. Solis and Rep. Raymond made the exciting announcement at a press conference. Additionally, Texas Rep. Tracy King will have his new district office located at the LC South Campus.
Judge Patricia O. Alvarez recognizes Dr. Solis for his many years of service in higher education
Judge Patricia O. Alvarez chose Laredo College as the venue for her investiture ceremony. During the event, Judge Alvarez honored Dr. Solis with a resolution for his outstanding work throughout the years.
LC holiday party hosts college staff, friends and supporters
Laredo College hosted a holiday party for faculty, staff, friends and supporters at the President's residence. Pictured from left to right are IBC Executive Vice President Gerald Schwebel, Laredo Economic Development Corporation President & CEO Olivia Varela, U.S. Consul General in Nuevo Laredo Kathryn L. Flachsbart, Dr. Sylvia Solis and LC President, Dr. Ricardo J. Solis.
The 5th Annual IMPACT Economic Development Forum gathers regional leaders
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Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, LC President, and Dr. Rodney H. Rodriguez, Executive Director of Strategic & External Initiatives, had a wonderful time at the 5th Annual IMPACT Economic Development Forum. They are pictured here with the night's honorees: Tony Arce Jr., Gilbert Narvaez Jr., Commissioner Julian Alvarez III, Eduardo A. Garza Robles and Rafael Tawil.
Laredo College acquires new podium
In its continuous efforts to keep up with the latest and best technology, Laredo College has purchased a brand new podium that prominently displays our college's new seal.
Governor Greg Abbott and President Solis at the 2018 Mr. South Texas announcement
Laredo College President, Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, met with Texas Governor Greg Abbott after the latter was announced as the 2018 Mr. South Texas honoree. Dr. Solis shared our institution's globalization success in innovative programs, logistic programs for the Laredo industry and international programs in Texas.
Laredo College hosts Dr. Oswaldo Zavala for fascinating presentation
Rosa María De Llano, TAMIU Professor Irma Cantú, El Mañana Newspaper General Director Ninfa Cantú Deándar, Dr. Oswaldo Zavala, Dr. Ricardo J. Solis and Laredo Mayor Pete Saenz pose for a picture after Zavala's presentation, "Los cárteles no existen," at Laredo College.
President Solis personally thanks local veterans for their service
Dr. Ricardo J. Solis poses for a picture with Laredo Police Department Chief Claudio Treviño, retired Sergeant of the United States Marine Corps Juan Lira and World War II Veteran John Valls during Laredo College's Veterans Day Observance at the Pvt. David B. Barkeley Cantu Veterans Memorial Chapel.
Laredo College helped organize Governor's Small Business Forum in Laredo
Dr. Solis and other Laredo College executives, faculty and staff attended the Governor's Small Business Forum in Laredo, where current and aspiring entrepreneurs had an opportunity to learn new strategies, network and share their individual success stories.
Texas State Senator Pete Flores hosts luncheon
President Solis met with Webb County Court at Law II Judge Victor Villarreal and Texas State Senator Judith Zaffirini at State Senator Pete Flores' meet and greet luncheon.
LC executives meet with local media relations representatives
Dr. Ricardo J. Solis met with El Mañana Newspaper Director Ninfa Cantu Deandar, LLUSCBA Vice President Monica Salinas, Dr. Irma Cantu from TAMIU and Dr. Rodney H. Rodriguez to discuss different advertising and media relations strategies that will benefit the institution and the LC student population.
President Solis met with representatives from Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila to discuss the possibility of a future partnership that would consist of a student and faculty exchange program. The foreign students would be evaluated by LC faculty to assess their skills and help them assimilate and excel in their chosen field of study during their stay in Laredo.
The Eagle Ford Consortium held its regional quarterly meeting at Laredo College. The topic, "South Texas-Mexico Oil & Gas: Strengthening the Bond Between Us," allowed for a great, healthy discussion about the oil and gas industry in South Texas and how we can continue our binational effort to create more jobs and boost the economy.
Dr. Solis thanks Uni-Trade Group executives, including Uni-Trade Group CEO, Lic. Eduardo Garza Robles, and Uni-Trade Group President Luis Hinojosa for their $154,000 gift that will go towards the purchase of two electronic marquees for both our Fort McIntosh and South Campuses.
Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, Laredo College President, met with LBV Trust co-trustee J.C. "Joe" Martin III after a press conference where the trust presented LC with a $750,000 donation that will provide unique opportunities for students enrolled in cybersecurity, health sciences and some technical programs.
Laredo College presented a conversation with South Texas legislators
On Sept. 6, LC welcomed State Representatives Tracy King and Richard Peña Raymond at the Kazen Student Center for a discussion panel moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. The conversation centered around important issues such as healthcare, education, border security, public safety, taxes and the upcoming national elections.
Congressman Henry Cuellar was in hand to congratulate Laredo College for being designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
COMCE Noreste is a private non-profit organization with more than 55 years promoting foreign trade, commercial intelligence, logistics, and continuity in the productive chain of companies in Nuevo Laredo, Coahuila, Durango and Tamaulipas. Ingeniero Hector Villarreal Muraira from Consejo Mexicano De Comercio Exterior (COMCE) and Lic. Eduardo Garza of UniTrade Group along with representatives from Laredo Community College and TAMIU, met to discuss training opportunities in the productive chain of companies in Laredo in collaboration with our educational institutions.
Laredo College President Ricardo J. Solis attending the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence in Austin, Texas.
Laredo College recognized outstanding individuals who have been role models for achievement and made a difference in their community during a Leadership Awards Ceremony. The President's Student Leadership Award, formerly named the President's Ray of Hope Award, will honor high school and college awardees. The 2017 nominees will be awarded with scholarships totaling to $11,000 being distributed among the honorees. The President's Community Leadership Award was established in 2007 as the Beacon Award, in celebration of the College's 60th anniversary. In 2017, the award was renamed to the President's Community Leadership Award. These symbolic awards bestow honor and esteem to citizens whose personal and/or professional altruistic efforts have improved and advanced the welfare of our community.
Dr. Solis congratulates Texas Senator Judith Zaffirini during the St. Peter's Memorial School Gala Dinner. This year's dinner honors Senator Zaffirini.
Dr. Solis received a certificate of appreciation on behalf of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. LC hosted an insightful seminar by the U.S. Customs Agricultural specialists on wood packaging materials on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Congratulations to Dr. Henry Carranza, LC Trustee, for his recognition on Monday, Feb. 26, during the Webb County Commissioner's Meeting. Present and the meeting were LC Trustee President Mercurio Martinez Jr., LC Trustee Ernestina "Tita" Vela, LC President Ricardo J. Solis and Executive Director of Strategic and External Initiatives Rodney H. Rodriguez, as well as community leaders and honored guests.
Dr. Solis participated in this year's Abrazo Ceremony at the Juárez-Lincoln International Bridge.
Acting Chief Patrol Agent Jason D. Owens recognized over 60 Border Patrol agents and professional staff during a special recognition ceremony at the Guadalupe and Lilia Martinez Fine Arts Center (Fort McIntosh Campus). Present for this momentous occasion was LC President, Dr. Ricardo J. Solis.
Webb County Commissioner for Precinct 1, Jesse Gonzalez, met with LC President Ricardo J. Solis and college administrators to discuss community-wide events and upcoming developments at the South Campus.
Congratulations to Adult Education and Literacy student Luxia Ding on a recent recognition by the Texas Association for Literacy and Adult Education. Ding was commended for having one of the highest GED scores in the state and the highest score in the South Texas region!
LC President Ricardo J. Solis and college administrators welcome the Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association
On Wednesday, Feb. 7, the Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association (LLUSCBA) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate their new location at our Ft. McIntosh Campus. On hand to welcome members and leaders of LLUSCBA were LC President Ricardo J. Solis, LC Trustee Cynthia Mares, college administrators, community leaders and honored guests.
LC President meets with A.C.O.T.E. reviewers
The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (A.C.O.T.E) reviewers visited the college this morning and met with LC President Ricardo J. Solis, LC Trustee Cynthia Mares and campus administrators.
Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, LC President, appointed as WBCA Parade Marshal
LC President Dr. Ricardo J. Solis and TAMIU President Dr. Pablo Arenaz were named this year's parade marshals for the Anheuser-Busch Washington's Birthday Parade during a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 25 at the IBC Annex Ballroom.
Congressman Henry Cuellar visits LC, meets with President Solis
Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, LC President, met with U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar on Jan. 25. Prior to their meeting, Congressman Cuellar and Dr. Solis attended a grant announcement press conference. The grant for $100,000 was awarded to LC by the National Science Foundation, and will be used to facilitate this year's PROMISE: Providing Resources and Opportunities for Minorities in STEM Education Conference, slated for March 21-23, 2018 at the LC Fort McIntosh Campus and Texas A&M International University.