Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Mayor declares Accelerate Texas Week in Uvalde

Uvalde city mayor Don McLaughlin signed a proclamation declaring the week of Nov. 9-15 as Accelerate Texas Week, during their regular monthly meeting last Tuesday.

McLaughlin read the proclamation in front of city council and members of the community in attendance.

Dean of Workforce Education Romelia Aranda, program coordinator Oscar Garcia and SWTJC President, Dr. Hector Gonzales were on hand to accept the proclamation.

Photo: Uvalde Mayor Don Mclaughlin, SWTJC President Dr. Hector Gonzales, Dean of Workforce Education Romelia Aranda and Adult Basic Education Program Coordinator Oscar Garcia (left to right) pose for a picture during last week's city council meeting. 

Southwest Texas Junior College is one of 21 community colleges and college districts across the state celebrating Accelerate Texas Week on Nov. 9-15.