“I wouldn’t say writing comes easy for me. I’m not a natural writer. But I do think I know what quality writing looks like. So I can apply that to my own writing and to help others. “Through peer tutoring, I work with students through … Continue readingWriting tips key to communicating effectively
“We moved here from Mexico about three years ago. For my whole family it was like starting over because we didn’t have a house, my father didn’t have a great job and we didn’t speak English. “The language has been the biggest challenge for all … Continue readingPollution motivates her to study renewable energy
“When Jazmin was old enough to start talking but she wasn’t, we thought she was delayed. Finally, we took her to get tested and she had some hearing loss. Then it quickly progressed. “From age 2 to 3, she went from a slight hearing loss … Continue readingSevere hearing loss hasn’t stopped her yet
“Volleyball has always been my passion. I played at Lee College, then Houston Baptist University, and now I’m back at Lee as the assistant coach.” What’s your biggest coaching challenge? “Probably dealing with freshman and sophomore girls. They need a lot of guidance in their … Continue readingShe helps volleyball players make college transition
“He was a deputy sheriff in Chambers County and was on his way to work when it happened. He made it home, but we didn’t realize it was a stroke because he was acting pretty normal. The following day, he started losing his speech and … Continue readingAfter losing her husband, she returns to college
“I used to be more selfish. I joined the military, and when I got out for the first couple of years I was pretty much still the same. But after I started spending time with my sister’s kids, I realized I should probably consider making … Continue readingNow he wants to help more than just himself
“I want to be a teacher. I’ve always enjoyed kids, and I want to make a difference in the world. When they’re young, I think it’s the best time to be able to have a big influence on them.” What was school like for you … Continue readingAs a teacher, she hopes to positively influence kids
“My uncle was the first in our family to go to college, and he became a pharmacist. Ever since I can remember, that’s what I’ve wanted to do.” How is it going so far? “Well, you have to be really good at math and chemistry. … Continue readingFocused student plans to become pharmacist
“I try to tell students that the world is not just what you see in your local area. The world is everything. “If you have a skill, that skill is needed somewhere in the world. It’s not just needed where you are, so be open … Continue readingSkills can take students anywhere in the world
“In high school, I played volleyball, basketball, softball, track and I did power lifting. When you go to a small school, you do a little bit of everything. I loved it. Now I want to teach and coach.” Who has been your biggest influence? “Coach … Continue readingShe wants to be just like her high school coach