STC Alumni Series: Karla Gabriela De La Fuente

November 9, 2023Library Art Gallery, Previous Exhibits, Technology CampusKristen Sanchez

Artist Talk: November 28, 3 – 4:30 p.m. with a reception to follow at the STC Technology Campus Library

The South Texas College Technology Campus Library Art Gallery celebrates its annual STC Alumni Series, featuring “Hecho a Mano: Paperworks,” an exhibition of handmade paper by artist and alumna Karla Gabriela De La Fuente. The series aims to support artists who began their education at STC and have since continued their work in the arts.

De La Fuente is in her last semester of the Master of Fine Arts Program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. In her handmade paper art, De La Fuente investigates the human experience on the border, incorporating Rio Grande Valley organic materials and traditional Mexican techniques developed by the Otomi people from Central Mexico.

De La Fuente will lead an artist talk on November 28, from 3 – 4:30 p.m., where participants can learn about her process, techniques and inspiration behind her artwork.

Admission is free and open to the public.

STC’s Library Art Gallery Program organizes exhibitions and educational programs to engage students’ understanding of art and its role in culture, support the academic curriculum and inspire continued education through direct engagement with artists, scholars and original works of art.

For more information, call 956-872-6120, email gotvos@southtexascollege.edu, or visit https://library.southtexascollege.edu/libraryart.

Trick or Treat at the Library

October 12, 2023Library Announcements, Library Events, Previous Announcements, Previous Eventshbobrowi

STC Library invites all students, faculty, staff, and community to Trick or Treat with us! Stop by for spooky goodies, popcorn, and information from various campus departments.

Tech Campus
October 25th & 26th from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Starr Campus
October 30th from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Mid-Valley Campus
October 31st from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

RCPSE Campus
October 31st from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

NAH Campus
October 31st from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Pecan Campus
October 31st from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Showcase by Roma High School Art Teacher at the STC Starr Co. Library

October 11, 2023Library Art Gallery, Previous Exhibits, Starr County CampusBeatriz Montejano

Artist Talk: Oct. 19, 10 – 11 a.m. at the Starr Co. Library Art Gallery.

The South Texas College Starr County campus Library Art Gallery proudly presents a new exhibition featuring artwork by STC alumna, local painter and Roma High School Art Teacher Yesenia Toscano. The exhibit opened September 12 and will be on view until December 7, 2023.

An artist talk and reception with Toscano will be held on October 19 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the STC Starr County Library Art Gallery, Bldg. K, located at 142 FM 3167 in Rio Grande City. Admission is free and open to the public.

Toscano is an artist and educator who earned her Master of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Toscano is also an STC graduate, receiving her associate degree in Elementary Education. She said, “At South Texas College, I took my first art class, where I discovered myself as a painter.” She leads the Roma ISD art program and encourages her students to submit artwork to the Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE), with students often advancing to the state-level event.

Toscano’s paintings are a means of expressing herself and overcoming fears and uncertainties in life. Influenced by Giorgio de Chirico’s metaphysical paintings, she uses familiar objects to represent mystery, dreams and childhood.

The South Texas College Library Art Gallery organizes exhibitions and educational programs to engage students’ understanding of art, support the academic curriculum and inspire continued education through direct engagement with artists, scholars and original works of art.

For more information, call 956-488-5820, email gotvos@southtexascollege.edu or visit https://library.southtexascollege.edu/libraryart.

Family Reading Night 2023

September 25, 2023Library Announcements, Library Events, Mid-Valley Campus, Previous Announcements, Previous Eventshbobrowi

Your local South Texas College Mid-Valley Campus Library will be hosting their annual “Family Reading Night” event which will take place on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in our library E1.200. This free event, which is open to the public, is held in conjunction with Reading Week.

“We want to help children develop a love of reading and to encourage Valley parents to read with their children,” said Lillian Carrillo, Mid-Valley Campus Librarian. “Our college’s libraries are a gateway to the community, and we hope that participants will not only take advantage of these fun activities, but also learn more about some of the great services that the college has to offer.”

The night’s festivities include a book distribution by South Texas Literacy Coalition, a variety of arts and crafts activities for the entire family offered by The Storybook Garden, The Weslaco Museum and Mayor Joe V. Sánchez Public Library. As an added bonus, fun opportunities will be featured by several of our STC college departments and clubs with a special visit from non-other than Jerry the Jaguar.

While on campus, attendees have the opportunity to use the library’s free services, view artwork on display in the Library Art Gallery, or anyone 18 years or older may sign up for a Community User Card, which allows community members to check out books at any of STC’s libraries for free.

The library is located in Building E1.200 at 400 N. Border in Weslaco. For more information about the event contact Lillian Carrillo at 956-447-6663.

Cold War Film Series (Fall 2023)

September 19, 2023Library Events, Movies, Previous Announcements, Previous Eventshbobrowi

STC Library is thrilled to work with the STC History Department and the Liberal Arts Division to present a film series focused on The Cold War and sentiments at that time.

10/01/2023: New location! All screenings listed below will take place in the Building D Auditorium on Pecan Campus at 5:30PM.

Thursday, September 28th: Twilight Zone Block 1
John Terry, Dr. Robert Miller, J.J. Guajardo – “Conformity during the Cold War”

Thursday, October 26th: The Thing (1982)
Dr. Robert Miller – “Invisible Invaders: The Renewal of the Red Scare in the Reagan Years”

Thursday, November 9th: Rocky IV (1985)
Dr. Christopher Davis – “War by Other Means: The Cold War in the Athletic Arena”

Thursday, December 7th: The Parallax View (1974)
John Terry – “Paranoia and Mistrust during the Cold War”

Health Services Management Guest Speaker

September 19, 2023Library Announcements, Library Events, Previous Announcements, Previous Events, Virtual Eventhbobrowi

Discover the future of health services management and the exciting opportunities on the horizon in our upcoming Zoom Webinar featuring Patti McCoy, Ph.D. Gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare administration, as Dr. McCoy shares her expertise and vision for the industry.

Event Title: “Health Services Management: Newest Changes and Opportunities”
Speaker: Dr. Patti McCoy
Date: Thursday, November 16th 2023
Time: 2PM CST
Register here: Link

Constitution Day Resources

September 8, 2023Library Announcements, Previous Announcementshbobrowi

The signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia happened on September 17, 1787. September 17 is now celebrated as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day.

Informational Websites

Library Resources

Political Science and Government Research Guide
A comprehensive guide to political science and government studies resources in and outside the library.
U.S. Constitution Research Starter
The Constitution of the United States is an extraordinary document, both theoretically and historically. Knowing how this document was developed is important to understanding both its purpose and its success.

Adulting 101: A Series of Library Events

August 17, 2023Library Events, Previous Announcements, Previous Events, Virtual Eventhbobrowi

Unlock the secrets to successful adulthood in the Adulting 101 webinar series, where we’ll empower you with essential life skills. Master financial wellness, discover your career passion, navigate social media with confidence, and fortify your cybersecurity armor. Join us on a transformative journey towards a brighter future.

All webinars will be held on Zoom and everyone is welcome!

Budgeting, Relationships, and Life Events with F3E Online – October 4th at 6PM

Recording available!

Disinformation and Misinformation on Social Media – November 6th at 6PM

A Lot of BS (Behavioral Science) About Cybersecurity – November 13th at 6PM

Don’t Be Hasty: Large-scale Landscape Paintings Give Local Surroundings a Fresh Look

August 9, 2023Pecan Campus, Previous Exhibits, Virtual EventBeatriz Montejano

Artist Talk: Oct. 4, 10 – 11 a.m. | Exhibit Reception: Oct. 4, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

South Texas College Library Art Gallery presents “Don’t Be Hasty,” a new exhibition by Tenured Associate Professor of Art at UTRGV, Jerry Lyles. The exhibition begins on August 28 through December 7, 2023, on the first floor of the STC Pecan Library Art Gallery located at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. F, in McAllen, TX.

Jerry Lyles received his Master of Fine Arts in Painting from the American University in Washington, D.C. This body of work includes large-scale paintings, which include outdoor observational or plein air pieces. Lyles explores the relationships between space, forms in the given space, and our reaction to them. He poses the question, “How does space impact our sense of identity, and when that space is altered, what is negotiated in order to retain a sense of self?” Through his skilled still-life paintings incorporating color, form, value, shape, and space, Lyles searches for visual metaphors that discuss these relationships.

The LAG will host an art talk on October 4 from 10 – 11 a.m. in the Student Union in U 2.100 and an exhibition reception the same day from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at the Pecan Library Bldg. F. This exhibit is shown concurrently with the community exhibit, “Ka-Ching! Art About Economics & Money” and will share the reception.

Couldn’t join us in person? View the art talk on YouTube: https://youtu.be/85W9vok_p70?feature=shared

Admission is free and open to the public.

STC’s Library Art Gallery Program organizes exhibitions and educational programs to engage student’s understanding of art and its role in culture, support the academic curriculum, and inspire continued education through direct engagement with artists, scholars, and original works of art.

For more information, call 956-447-6663, email gotvos@southtexascollege.edu, or visit https://library.southtexascollege.edu/libraryart.

AI in the Classroom

August 3, 2023Author / Scholar Visit, Library Events, Previous Events, Virtual Eventhbobrowi

John Warner, speaker.

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the role of Artificial Intelligence in the higher education classroom with John Warner, author of Why They Can’t Write: Killing the Five-Paragraph Essay and Other Necessities. Discover how AI is revolutionizing education, enhancing personalized learning, and fostering critical thinking skills on October 24th at 3:30PM on Zoom Webinar.

STC is excited to coordinate this webinar with the Office of Professional and Organizational Development and the Liberal Arts Department. Faculty of all disciplines are welcome and encouraged to attend.