Laredo College is proud to announce the continuation of its impactful partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in Laredo through the IME Becas Scholarship Program. This initiative, established in 2015, reflects a shared commitment to expanding educational access for students of Mexican origin residing in the United States.
The IME Becas Program, led by the Instituto de Mexicanos y Mexicanas en el Exterior (IMME) under Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE), aims to improve access to education at all levels: adult, secondary and higher education. Through this collaboration, students are empowered to pursue their academic goals and contribute to the development of the border region.
This year, a total of $29,000 in scholarships were awarded, with the Consulate providing $14,500 and Laredo College contributing the other $14,500 in matching funds. These funds will be managed by the Development Office under the guidance of the Vice President of Institutional Advancement. Sixteen students will each receive $1,750 for the fall semester, helping to ease financial burdens and support their educational journey.
“At Laredo College, we believe that education is the most powerful tool for transforming lives and communities,” LC President Dr. Minita Ramírez said. “Our continued partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in Laredo through the IME Becas Program reaffirms our shared commitment to empowering students of Mexican origin. These scholarships not only ease financial burdens but also open doors to opportunity, growth and long-term success for our students and the border region as a whole.”
“I strongly believe that the future of our youth and the surest path toward a better, more successful life lies in education, and programs like IME Becas support this mission,” Consul General of Mexico in Laredo Juan Carlos Mendoza Sánchez said. “We extend our recognition to Laredo College, a remarkable institution that has opened its doors to many, helping to shape better citizens and human beings, all for the benefit of our greater North American region.”
This ongoing partnership underscores the Mexican government’s dedication to supporting its nationals abroad. By investing in education, the IME Becas Program fosters empowerment, integration and development for students living and studying in the United States.
