AHEC Scholar Graduate Recognition Wall

We proudly recognize the graduates of the Texas AHEC Scholars Program for their commitment to serving rural and underserved communities throughout South Texas.

👑 Above & Beyond Excellence Winner
Completed all requirements and exceeded program expectations through exceptional participation, leadership, or engagement.

🏆 Program Completion Honor
Completed all didactic and practicum requirements.

📚 Didactic Completion Achieved
Completed all didactic requirements.

🤝 Practicum Completion Achieved
Completed all practicum requirements.

📝 Assessment Excellence Award
Completed all required program assessments and surveys.

2024-2025 Graduates

🎓 Sachin Abraham | Medicine | San Antonio
🎓 Jerry Amomoy | Medicine | Corpus Christi 🤝📝
🎓 Carmelita Aguirre | Community Health Worker | Laredo 👑
🎓 David Anderson | Medicine | San Antonio 📝
🎓 Isaac Bailon Martinez | Medicine | Pharr 📝
🎓 Ami Brar | Pharmacy | San Antonio
🎓 Kayla Cabagay | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo 👑
🎓 Emma Cisneros | Medicine | Robstown 👑
🎓 Jose Chong | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Eagle Pass 📝
🎓 Alexis Coronado | Medicine | Laredo
🎓 Jason Coronado | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Paramedic | Laredo 📝
🎓 Delaney Cooper | Nursing (LVN) | Zapata 📝
🎓 Taryn Courneen | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Del Rio
🎓 Rosalinda Cruz | Community Health Worker | Zapata 📝
🎓 Jovanna Daniel | Nursing (LVN) | Laredo 📝
🎓 Juan De Arrigunaga | Medicine | Laredo 🤝📝
🎓 Elsie Delgado | Nursing (LVN) | Laredo 📝
🎓 Amanda Flores | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo
🎓 Lithzy Fernandez | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo 🏆📝
🎓 Julio Gil-Figueroa | Nursing (BSN) | San Antonio
🎓 Ana Gomez | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Eagle Pass 📝
🎓 Diane Gomez | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo 🤝📝
🎓 Valeria Gonzalez | Nursing (BSN) | Laredo 📝
🎓 Maria Guerra | Community Health Worker | El Indio 📝
🎓 Emily Hawley | Pharmacy | San Antonio 📚📝
🎓 Yashwant Harkara | Medicine | Plano 📝
🎓 Mindy Hong | Medicine | San Antonio 📝
🎓 Oluwatumilara Idowu | Medicine | Corpus Christi
🎓 Iliana Ybarra | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Corpus Christi
🎓 Nikhil Joseph | Pharmacy | San Antonio
🎓 Kashish Kumar | Community Health Worker | Edinburg 📚📝
🎓 Geri Langham | Medical Residents (Primary Care) | Corpus Christi 🏆📝
🎓 Vanessa Lancon | Nursing (LVN) | Laredo 📝
🎓 Luis Lopez | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Eagle Pass 📝
🎓 Angela Marroquin | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Corpus Christi
🎓 Elizabeth Meza | Medicine | Corpus Christi
🎓 Yairy Mendez | Public Health (Graduate Program) | San Antonio 📝
🎓 Cassandra Millan | Medicine | McGregor 📝
🎓 Homero Coss Muniz | Medicine | Corpus Christi
🎓 Rhynne Gallegos | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Del Rio
🎓 Renee Olvera | Community Health Worker | San Antonio 👑
🎓 Kimberly Olvera | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Eagle Pass 📝
🎓 Stacy Ortega | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo
🎓 Cathy Ortiz | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Eagle Pass 📝
🎓 Victoria Pomar | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo 👑
🎓 Cynthia Prado (Ramirez) | Medicine | Corpus Christi 🏆📝
🎓 Taylor Punches | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo 🤝📝
🎓 Maria Ramos | Nursing (LVN) | Laredo 📝
🎓 Maria Reyes | Community Health Worker | Rio Grande City 🏆📝
🎓 Alexa Robledo | Nursing (LVN) | Eagle Pass
🎓 Owen Saenz | Medicine | Corpus Christi 📝
🎓 Paola Sarabia | Community Health Worker | Eagle Pass
🎓 Morgan Sanchez | Medicine | Corpus Christi 👑
🎓 Elvia Solis | Community Health Worker | Zapata 📝
🎓 Lauren Tatina | Medicine | Corpus Christi 🏆📝
🎓 Andres Trevino | Community Health Worker | Robstown 🤝📝
🎓 Gabriella Valenzuela | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo 📝
🎓 Edward Vera Jr. | Medicine | Corpus Christi
🎓 Maria Vilchis | Nursing (ADN/RN) | Laredo
🎓 Victoria Gutierrez | Pharmacy | Laredo 🤝📝
🎓 Rene Garcia | Community Health Worker | San Antonio 📝
🎓 Quetzaly Zenil | Community Health Worker | Corpus Christi 🏆📝
🎓 Flor Zarate | Community Health Worker | Rio Grande City 📚📝
🎓 Melody Zapata | Nursing (LVN) | Laredo 📝

2026-2027 Graduates

South Texas AHEC Scholar Student Testimonials

“I really wanna thank AHEC for the opportunity to be part of the Scholars Program. I didn’t really understand the impact it was gonna have in my career. I recently got hired for a Nurse Practitioner position and I am updating my resume and all of a sudden I realized that all the didactics and practicum that I did while at AHEC are finally gonna pay off. I am getting credit for all the hard work and it means a lot to me. My Program Director is super proud too. She wants me to list everything I ever did at AHEC. The big shots will look at those when determining my pay. THANK YOU all. I really appreciate ur leadership.”

“I believe the learning moment that contributed the most to becoming a better team member was the discussion and input from all the providers at the rounds. Everyone had a different approach for their specific set of skills, but at the end of the day they were all there to improve the lives of the patients and​ caregivers.”

“AHEC allowed me to explore different healthcare professions, which helped me choose the career path that was right for me. I am grateful for this program because it challenged me to become the best nurse I can be.”

“I returned to school for my BSN program and graduated this year. I am now working as a circulator at Doctors Hospital of Laredo. Thank you, AHEC, for supporting me throughout nursing school.”

“I couldn’t have gotten through my program without the support of AHEC.”

“AHEC provided excellent preparation for a career in healthcare.”

“I want to express my gratitude for helping me strengthen the skills I use today in the workplace and while serving communities across San Antonio. As a single mother of six, I have earned two raises in the past year and now work with community partners to support maternal health education and advocacy.”

“AHEC gave me the tools and experiences necessary to become a physician. Thank you.”

“This program has been incredibly valuable. Since graduating, I have gained meaningful insights and have been able to apply the skills I learned in real-world situations.”

“I am forever grateful for the knowledge I gained through AHEC. I continue to apply what I learned in both my professional role and everyday life.”

“AHEC helped me in many ways. My resume was reviewed, and during a job interview, the hiring director specifically asked about my Community Health Worker certification and the training I received. The experience helped me stand out as a candidate.”

“AHEC is an amazing organization that provides opportunities for individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of others. The experience is enriching for participants and beneficial for the communities they serve.”

“AHEC prepared me for the workplace by strengthening my professionalism and exposing me to virtual learning and telehealth. The knowledge I gained continues to benefit me in my career.”

“I have been truly blessed to learn from outstanding instructors and mentors. Every topic and every class has helped me better serve both my community and the people I work with today.”