Laredo College Faculty Spotlight

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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.

  1. Jun 23

    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 also shares her journey to Laredo College, her passion for education and how technology continues to shape the future of teaching and learning.

    24 min

  2. Jun 17

    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 conversation also explores the impact of social media and AI in education, the evolving mindset of today’s students, and the rewards of helping students achieve their goals.

    25 min

  3. Feb 10

    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 awareness and drug use and abuse, which he calls an eye-opener for students. His philosophy is simple and powerful: when you become his student, you become his student for life.

    39 min

  4. Jan 22

    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 Culinary Arts program at Laredo College. He later returned as an instructor and has now been teaching at the college for the past four years.

    40 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    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 only in patients’ lives, but in their families’ lives as well. Currently pursuing her master’s degree, she finds her greatest reward in hearing students say they feel fully prepared after completing the program.

    26 min

  6. 11/06/2025

    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, Garcia has spent the last decade teaching future cosmetologists, including seven years at Laredo College, where she continues to share her love for the craft and her story of perseverance.

    37 min

  7. 10/30/2025

    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 educators and helping students build strong foundations, just as she once did with children in her own classroom.

    22 min

  8. 10/20/2025

    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 technology began. Now pursuing his doctorate, Perez continues to teach while leading LC’s growing programs in computer science and cybersecurity.

    40 min
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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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