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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight
by Laredo College
Laredo College Faculty Spotlight brings you candid conversations with the dedicated educators shaping the future of Laredo College students. Each episode highlights the passion, expertise, and personal stories of faculty members who go beyond the classroom to inspire and empower. Whether you’re a student, alumni, or community member, discover the people making a difference at Laredo College.
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Lupita Salinas
Meet Lupita Salinas, one of Laredo College’s newest faculty members and an instructor in the new Bachelor of Applied Technology in Data Analytics program. In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, Salinas shares her journey from teaching high school biology to working in healthcare and now helping LC...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Dacun Li
From a small village in China to a career in engineering and education around the world, Dr. Dacun Li’s journey is one shaped by perseverance and a belief in the power of education. In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, Dr. Li shares his remarkable path and his passion for helping Laredo College...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: George E. Macdonald, Jr.
For nearly five decades, George “Eddie Mac” Macdonald, Jr. has been part of the Laredo College story. A former LC student who returned as a faculty member in 1979, Macdonald has witnessed generations of change while building a career centered on teaching, service and student success. In this...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Lizette Henry
Government professor Lizette Henry shares the journey that led her from a small town and an unexpected start in beauty school to a 25-year career in education. She discusses her passion for government and history, her approach to creating an open and respectful classroom, and how continuing her…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Selinda Martinez
Dr. Selinda Martinez has spent more than a decade at Laredo College sharing her passion for biology and helping students discover where science can take them. In this Faculty Spotlight, she reflects on her journey as an educator, the experiences that shaped her teaching and why she believes...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Brenda Carmona
In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, we sit down with Brenda Carmona, director of the Instructional Technology Center at Laredo College. Brenda discusses how the ITC supports faculty and students through innovative technology, emerging educational tools and hands-on learning experiences. She…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Linda Ramirez
In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, we sit down with Linda Ramirez, Professor of Business Management at Laredo College. Linda shares her journey from Laredo College student to educator, her passion for teaching business, and how she helps students prepare for successful careers. The…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Rafael Romo
Dr. Rafael Romo has been part of Laredo College for 10 years, but his journey started much earlier. He began coaching at just 17 years old while he was a student at Laredo College himself. Today, he brings that same passion into the classroom, teaching kinesiology along with courses in health...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Alejandro Casillas
In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, we visit the kitchen at Laredo College’s South Campus to meet Alejandro Casillas, a Culinary Arts instructor whose journey came full circle. After earning a bachelor’s degree in dance from UTRGV, Alejandro followed his passion for cooking and enrolled in the...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Blanca Magaña-Shehab
Blanca Magaña-Shehab, a Vocational Nursing instructor and lab assistant, has been part of Laredo College for 14 years. After working as a floor nurse, she was encouraged by an LC professor to apply when her natural connection with students stood out. She takes pride in making a difference not…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Brenda Garcia
Professor Brenda Garcia, Chair of the Cosmetology Department, moved to Laredo in 1996 without knowing English and began learning the language in high school. A Cigarroa High School graduate, she discovered her passion for cosmetology when a friend signed her up for classes. Licensed since 2000,...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Gloria Castillo
Professor Gloria Castillo, Chair of the Child Development Department, began her journey at Laredo College as a student. One of her professors, who had also been her kindergarten teacher, helped inspire her career path. Since joining LC in 2004, Castillo has dedicated herself to shaping future...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Tekuani Perez
Director of Computer Sciences and Technology and the Cybersecurity Institute, Tekuani Perez first discovered computers at age seven; but his path wasn’t a straight line. After studying music and spending a decade in warehouse work, he returned to school at Laredo College, where his journey in...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Luis Leal
Born and raised in Laredo, Music Instructor Luis Leal is the director of Mariachi Los Palominos—a group he helped bring back to LC. A proud graduate of Cigarroa Middle and High School, he discovered his love for music as a young violinist and later earned his master’s degree in Latin Music...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Eddie Vandewalker
For Professor Eddie Vandewalker, teaching and music go hand in hand. Originally from Oklahoma, he shares his love for both with students at Laredo College and at the high school level. In just two years at LC, he’s come to appreciate the historic Fort McIntosh campus and says he hopes to make…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Joseph Crabtree
Originally from Ohio, Dr. Joe Crabtree moved to Laredo in 1997 to join Laredo College as Professor of Music and Voice. Now in his 28th year at LC, he has performed in three languages on two continents, lent his voice to commercials—including Super Bowl spots—and currently serves as President of…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Juan Saldivar
Juan Saldivar spent 10 years as an over-the-road truck driver before becoming a CDL instructor. He taught at a private company before joining Laredo College and is state-certified to train students for their commercial driver’s license. 🎧 Recorded using podcast equipment purchased through a…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Julie Kelly
Julie Kelly discovered her love for field biology as a young migrant worker. Now in her 10th year at Laredo College, she shares that passion with her students—and with the community as president of the Bird Club of Laredo. 🎧 Recorded using podcast equipment purchased through a grant from the...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Freddy Garcia
Freddy Garcia was just 9 when he started learning about cars in his dad’s mechanic shop. Now, he’s the department chair for Transportation & Technology at Laredo College—and a collision repair professor. He inherited his dad’s restoration shop, and his lifelong passion drives everything he…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Mary Provence
Originally planning a career in occupational therapy, Mary Provence found her true calling after a life-changing visit to the Art Institute of Chicago. Since 2006, she has made Laredo her home, inspiring students through art at Laredo College. 🎧 Recorded on location with podcast equipment...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jose Ramirez
For 17 years, Dr. Jose Ramirez has shared his love of history with students at Laredo College. Inspired by one of his own professors, he now passes that passion on to the next generation. 🎧 Recorded using podcast equipment purchased through a grant from the Women’s City Club.
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Rene Montemayor
Before stepping into the classroom, Rene Montemayor spent 12 years in the music industry as a drummer. Now department chair for English, Languages, and Cultural Studies, he still teaches—and brings that same creative energy to his students every day. 🎧 Recorded on location with just an iPhone –...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. D. Carolina Ramos
Dr. Carolina Ramos once dreamed of being an investigative journalist—until a professor sparked her passion for teaching. A proud Laredoan, she’s taught at two other universities and now shares her expertise with students in speech and the BASORGL program at LC.🎧 Recorded on location with just an...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Erica De Leon
After a career in the medical field, Erica De Leon found her second calling in teaching. With a fun, positive attitude, she loves working with students at both campuses—and learning from them along the way. 🎧 Recorded on location with just an iPhone – real stories from LC faculty. #LaredoCollege...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Humberto Cardenas
For 20 years, Humberto Cardenas has taught English at Laredo College—but that’s just one of the many hats he wears. Tune in as he shares his story, his passion for teaching, and everything else he’s involved in on campus. 🎧 Recorded on location with just an iPhone – authentic stories from LC...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Norma Martinez
Norma Martinez started as a student at Laredo College. Right after high school, she knew she wanted to give back to her community—and nursing was the way. Today, she’s an instructor in the Vocational Nursing program, guiding future nurses on their own journeys. 🎧 Recorded on location with just…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Bernabe Gutierrez
Bernabe Gutierrez planned to become a pharmacist—until an American Lit class at Laredo College changed everything. Inspired by Dr. Tom Mitchell, he found his true calling in literature. Seventeen years later, he’s still teaching at LC and loving every moment. 🎧 Recorded on location with just an...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Lissa Liveson
Lissa Liveson is an occupational therapist and former business owner who brought her real-world experience to the classroom when she joined Laredo College in 2017. Now an instructor in the Medical Assistant program, she shares what makes this career so essential to the healthcare field—and what...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Jeannette Johnson
In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, we sit down with Jeannette Johnson, Associate Professor of the Associate Degree Nursing program at Laredo College. She shares what led her to a career in nursing, her passion for teaching, and the values she hopes to pass on to the next generation of…
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Maritza Morris
Maritza Morris, a History instructor and proud product of Laredo, has been teaching at Laredo College for 10 years. In this Faculty Spotlight, she shares who inspired her to become a history teacher and her passion for the subject. #LaredoCollege #FacultySpotlight #History #HigherEducation
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Alan Webb
In this Faculty Spotlight, we meet Alan Webb, Acting Director of the Laredo College Honors Program, Editor of La Frontera Magazine, and English faculty member. Originally from England, Alan shares his journey, his passion for teaching, and how he encourages students to think creatively and...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: David Cabrera
In this Faculty Spotlight, we meet David Cabrera, a History instructor at Laredo College. Originally from Venezuela, David shares his journey to the U.S. and what led him to the classroom. #LaredoCollege #FacultySpotlight #History #HigherEducation
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Laura Huerta
In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, we sit down with Leticia Huerta, a dedicated mathematics instructor at Laredo College. Discover how her passion for teaching numbers and equations inspires her students to find confidence and success in math. Tune in to hear her insights, experiences, and...
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Ana Lu Ramirez
Meet Ana Lu Ramirez, a passionate educator at Laredo College, in this episode of Faculty Spotlight. She shares insights into her teaching journey, her approach to student success, and the impact of education beyond the classroom.
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Ever Lopez
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Ever Lopez, a dedicated faculty member at Laredo College. In this episode of Faculty Spotlight, we dive into his experiences, teaching philosophy, and the impact he’s making in the lives of students.
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Tayo Penosen
Meet Dr. Tayo Penosen, Government instructor at Laredo College. Learn how he inspires students to engage with politics and civic life.
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Laredo College Faculty Spotlight: Prakash Mansinghani
Join us as we highlight Professor Prakash Mansinghani in this episode of Laredo College Faculty Spotlight. Learn about his journey, teaching philosophy, and the impact he has on students at LC.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Laredo College Faculty Spotlight brings you candid conversations with the dedicated educators shaping the future of Laredo College students. Each episode highlights the passion, expertise, and personal stories of faculty members who go beyond the classroom to inspire and empower. Whether you’re a student, alumni, or community member, discover the people making a difference at Laredo College.
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