Staff
Bonifacio “Bo” Vega II, M.P.A., C.H.W.I., C.H.W.
Southwest Border AHEC Director
E-mail: vegab@uthscsa.edu | Phone: 830-758-1111 | Fax: 830-758-7646
Address: 1080 Crown Ridge, Suite 2, Eagle Pass, Texas 78852
My name is Bonifacio Vega II, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new Director of Southwest Border AHEC. It is truly an honor to join such a talented and dedicated team, and I am excited for the journey ahead. I grew up in Robstown, Texas, and have spent most of my life living and working in the Corpus Christi area. I currently hold a bachelor’s degree in health science and a master’s in public administration from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and am trained as a Community Health Worker (CHW) and Community Health Worker Instructor (CHW-I). My previous work experience includes serving as CME Administrator and Program Coordinator for the South Coastal Area Health Education Center. My time spent with South Coastal has taught me the importance of effective management and leadership, the value of networking and collaboration, as well as the tremendous impact that a strong and dedicated team can have on improving the lives of others. I enjoy working with communities of all types and sizes, but my biggest passion lies in improving the health outcomes of marginalized and at-risk populations. As I embark on the next chapter of my career, joining Southwest Border AHEC, I look forward to leveraging my skills, collaborating with inspiring individuals, and contributing to meaningful projects.
Carolina Villarreal, B.S.P.H., C.H.W.
Program Coordinator
E-mail: chw@swb-ahec.org | Phone: 830-507-3638
Carolina Villarreal holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a concentration in Behavioral Science and Health Promotion from the University of Texas at San Antonio. She is a certified Community Health Worker and recently earned her Community Health Worker Instructor certificate. Over the years, Carolina has gained valuable experience in community outreach, working directly with diverse populations to promote health education and improve health outcomes. Her passion lies in bringing more opportunities to her community by advancing public health initiatives focused on prevention, awareness, and overall well-being. She is dedicated to implementing effective public health strategies that empower individuals to make informed decisions and seeks to inspire and guide future generations who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. With a deep commitment to improving the health of her community, Carolina continues to seek opportunities to grow, learn, and contribute to creating healthier, more resilient communities.
