TSTC fall graduating class fills state’s workforce needs
At the Fall Commencement on Friday, Dec. 5, more than 90 students graduated from Texas State Technical College’s Marshall campus. (Photo courtesy of TSTC.)
(MARSHALL, Texas) – With more than 1,500 graduates completing their programs this fall semester, Texas State Technical College continues to play a critical role in strengthening the Texas workforce. More than 90 students graduated from the Marshall campus on Friday, Dec. 5.
Over the past 10 years, TSTC has produced more than 34,000 skilled graduates across its campuses statewide, underscoring the college’s commitment to preparing Texans for in-demand, high-paying careers and supporting the state’s growing industries.
Many of TSTC’s fall graduates are already stepping into new careers, with job offers from Eastman Chemical, Envoy Air, NextEra Energy, Oncor and Schneider Electric. These early placements highlight the strong demand for TSTC-trained talent and reinforce the college’s 94% job placement rate.
“At TSTC, commencement is so much more than a celebration of completion. Instead, it’s the beginning of a prosperous career that brings our students to our college in the first place,” said Mike Reeser, TSTC’s chancellor and CEO.
TSTC scheduled commencement ceremonies at seven locations this fall, beginning in Harlingen on Dec. 2 and ending in West Texas on Dec. 19. Many of the college’s industry partners are represented on stage at the ceremonies and congratulate their newest employees on earning a degree or certificate.
In Marshall, Provost Bart Day said commencement is an exciting time not only for the students, but for the college’s faculty and staff.
“It’s always an exciting time to see our students complete their studies and we love joining them in celebration with family and friends,” Day said. “Adding in the spirit of the holiday season makes the celebration just a little more special. Congratulations to all of our graduates.”
Ariana Flores, a Diesel Equipment graduate, and Nicholas Fuller, an Industrial Maintenance graduate, both received the Provost’s Outstanding Achievement Award in addition to their diplomas from TSTC.
Registration for the spring semester is underway, and prospective students are encouraged to explore TSTC’s hands-on programs designed to lead directly to high-demand careers. To learn more or to get started, visit tstc.edu.
With campuses across the state, Texas State Technical College helps to strengthen the Texas workforce with highly skilled, technically competent graduates. Operating on a unique funding model based on student employment outcomes, the college is celebrating 60 years of service to the state of Texas in 2025. For more information, visit tstc.edu.